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Infrastructure Engineer (New York)

Vox MediaNew York, NY, United States

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Infrastructure Engineer

Vox Media is a leading modern media company, home to influential and award-winning editorial brands across technology, sports, news, gaming, dining, shopping, and more. Our audience-first approach and commitment to innovation drive engagement and create opportunities for our advertising and commerce partners.

As the Infrastructure Engineer, you will be a crucial member of our IT Infrastructure team, responsible for the seamless operation and evolution of our network and core systems. You will collaborate closely with various IT and business units to plan, implement, and maintain reliable and secure infrastructure that supports Vox Media's continued growth. Ideal candidates will possess a strong passion for both network engineering and systems administration, with a proven track record in project delivery and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

This position reports to the Manager, Infrastructure & InfoSec and is based in New York, NY, with occasional travel to other offices and events as needed.

What You'll Do

Network & Systems Infrastructure :

Design, implement, and manage both networking and systems infrastructure solutions for Vox Media
Troubleshoot network (wired and wireless), server, and application connectivity issues, providing timely and effective support to staff
Analyze performance data and statistics for both network and systems, providing recommendations and roadmaps for optimization and growth
Manage and maintain critical systems, including servers (physical and virtual), operating systems, and core applications

Systems Administration :

Deploy, configure, and maintain Windows Server and Linux server environments

Administer virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, Hyper-V) and manage virtual machine lifecycle

Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and other core infrastructure services

Implement and manage backup and recovery solutions for systems and configurations

Monitor system performance, storage, and ensure high availability of critical services

Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls across multiple platforms

Network Management :

Configure and maintain Juniper switches, Aruba APs, routing protocols, and fiber connectivity

Manage network segmentation, VLANs, and traffic optimization

Implement and maintain wireless infrastructure and guest access solutions

Monitor network performance and capacity planning

Security & Automation :

Define, document, and enforce security and system standards across both network and server environments

Implement security policies, patches, and updates for both network devices and server systems

Automate routine tasks using scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash) to improve efficiency and reduce errors

Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability management

General Responsibilities :

Stay current with industry trends in both networking and systems administration, identifying and proposing new solution options

Provide training, mentoring, and tier 3 support for employees on network and systems-related issues

Create accurate and comprehensive diagrams and documentation for network topologies, traffic flows, and system configurations

Participate in on-call rotation for critical infrastructure support

Travel is required up to 10% of the time

Who You Are

Required Skills :

Analytical Skills : Review complex network and system issues to improve operational effectiveness and identify root causes

Attention to Detail : Create accurate and comprehensive diagrams and documentation for network topologies, traffic flows, and system configurations, ensuring seamless interoperability

Project Management Skills : Demonstrated experience in managing projects from inception to completion, including planning, execution, and maintenance within both network and systems domains

Networking Expertise : Strong knowledge of configuring and supporting network devices such as Juniper switches and Aruba APs, routing protocols, and fiber connectivity, with proficiency in Junos OS

Systems Administration Expertise : Solid understanding of server operating systems (Windows Server, Linux), virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V), and core system services

Automation Skills : Experience with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and Bash for automation tasks

Security Technologies : Experience with security procedures and policy management in both network (Juniper, Palo Alto, pfSense) and systems environments

Problem-Solving : Proactive approach to identifying and resolving infrastructure challenges

Bonus Points For :

Configuration Management : Familiarity with configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet)

Cloud Platforms : Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), hybrid cloud environments, and cloud networking technologies

Monitoring & Alerting : Knowledge of monitoring and alerting tools for both network and systems (PRTG, SolarWinds, Nagios, Zabbix)

Containerization : Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other container technologies

Database Administration : Basic MySQL, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL administration experience

Network Security : Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network access control systems

SD-WAN Solutions : Experience with CATO appliances and SD-WAN technologies

If you think you have what it takes, but don't meet every single point in our job posting, please apply with a cover letter to let us know how you believe you can bring your unique skills to the Vox Media team or get in touch! We've hired chefs who became editors, DJs who became UX designers, and sommeliers who became writers.

Where You'll Work

This job is located in New York.

Why Vox Media?

What We Offer

This is a permanent, full-time position. This job is benefits-eligible. We pride ourselves in providing comprehensive benefits to support all of our employees wherever they are in life. You can find more information about our benefits here.

Our DEI+ Commitment

Vox Media is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can show up as their authentic selves and create their best work. We recognize that great stories, platforms, products and services come from people with all manner of backgrounds and experiences. We recognize that our commitments require ongoing work and sustained attention, as well as adaptation to new insights and best practices. We keep our diversity data public for the sake of accountability, transparency and communication. Learn more about our values here, and our approach to corporate citizenship here. Vox Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. Vox Media will also consider all qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable Fair Chance laws. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations as part of the application process to candidates with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact our People & Culture team at recruitment@voxmedia.com.

What Comes Next

Our recruiting team will go through applications in a timely manner. Please note that our recruiting team will only contact you from @voxmedia.com email addresses, never via text message. Read more about how our recruiting team operates, and how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud, here.

Pay Range : $81,000 - $110,000 USD

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