Information Technology

Information Technology

IT Infrastructure Engineer - Columbia, MD

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Ciudad/región
Columbia (Maryland) (EE.UU.)
Nivel
Profesionales
Tipo de empleo
A tiempo completo
Ref. Number
17295
Recently named by Newsweek as one of the Best American Mid-Sized Workplaces in 2026, Rohde & Schwarz is looking for an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our Americas IT Infrastructure team. This is a rare opportunity to join our experienced IT team, where collaboration, expertise, and teamwork keep everything running like a well-oiled machine. The position will be based out of Columbia, MD and will deliver primary support in maintaining our Americas Data Center Network Infrastructure while providing follow-the-sun support to Rohde and Schwarz global IT infrastructure. This position offers a fantastic growth and learning opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing global team that supports Rohde and Schwarz's critical IT systems and infrastructure components.

Your tasks

  • Primary support as IT Network Infrastructure engineer in maintaining Network & Network Security Infrastructure within R&S Americas region.
  • Provide complete operational life-cycle and project based support for R&S Americas Infrastructure.
  • Participate in 24/7 follow-the-sun operating model along with EMEA and Asian region teams to support R&S global infrastructure.
  • Create and maintain SOPs, reference standards, architecture diagrams and other supporting documents as required.
  • Continue to identify and implement regular operational activities that can be automated and or transitioned to Level 1 support after adequate documentation and knowledge transfer for swift issue resolution and better customer experience.
  • As part of a larger team, maintain R&S Infrastructure that meets and beats the established OLAs on both availability and performance.
  • Follow R&S established ITSM standards while resolving incidents, problems & service requests and while making changes to Infrastructure.
  • Continuously assess the technology and service risk within Americas Infrastructure and make improvements to mitigate those risks.
  • Work independently, within a team environment to achieve business objectives.
  • Minimum Domestic and International travel would be required

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  • Daily adventures and challenges
  • Our passionate team
  • The technologies behind the innovative projects and solutions

Your qualifications

  • Bachelor degree in computer science, engineering, technology or other pertinent area of study; or equivalent combination of education and related work experience
  • Minimum 3 years' experience of 24/7 operational experience working on production infrastructure is required – on-call support
  • Minimum 5 years of extensive hands-on experience in the administering & architecting the following technologies is required : Switching and Routing (LAN and WAN) protocols (VRF, EVPN, VXLAN, BGP, HSRP, LACP etc.); Network switches and routers - Cisco / Arista; Aruba Edge Connect/ Silverpeak -SDWAN solution(s); Wireless technology
  • Must have hands-on experience in using Ansible playbooks to automate Network configurations and deployments
  • Working knowledge and good understanding of these technology areas is required: IP Address Management (IPAM); GIT; Python scripting and Linux OS; ITSM – ServiceNow
  • Good analytical and troubleshooting skills and experience handling simultaneous high-priority issues
  • Working experience in independently handling tasks that are project based and operational
  • Demonstrable experience in creating quality SOPs and architecture documents
  • Experience in working in different time-zones & with global team would be a strong plus
  • Good working knowledge of IT Service Management principles is required; ITIL certifications are preferred.
  • Experience in dealing directly with business users/customers and excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
  • In order to be considered, applicants must reside in the US and have permanent work authorization (Green Card).

Interested?

We are looking forward to receiving your application!

The total compensation for this position is $96K-$130K. Total compensation includes base salary, variable pay (when applicable) plus benefits. The range is determined by the position, geographic location and level. Individual pay within the range is determined by several factors including location, education or training, relevant work history, sales incentive structure and job-related skills.

Rohde & Schwarz is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rohde & Schwarz is a global technology company with approximately 14,000 employees and three divisions: Test & Measurement, Technology Systems and Networks & Cybersecurity. For 90 years, the company has been developing cutting-edge technology, pushing the boundaries of what is technically possible and enabling customers from various sectors such as business, government and public authorities to maintain their technological sovereignty.

Our offer

  • Flexible working hour models

    Flexible working hour models

  • Training & continuing education

    Training & continuing education

  • Privately owned company

    Privately owned company

  • Promoting innovation

    Promoting innovation

  • Long-term & attractive work environment

    Long-term & attractive work environment

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