IT Server Operations Engineer / Third Shift / Fri-Tues

Boston, MA, US • Posted 6 hours ago • Updated 6 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
$110000 - $140000/yr
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Skills

  • Server Virtualization
  • Cyber Security
  • Cloud Computing
  • System Administration
  • Physical Layer
  • Data Link Layer
  • Telecommunications
  • Microsoft WSUS
  • Patch Management
  • Servers
  • Kaseya
  • MSP
  • Palo Alto
  • Firewall Administration
  • Cisco Certifications
  • Network+
  • CompTIA
  • Vulnerability Scanning
  • ITIL
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Incident Management
  • Workflow
  • HATS
  • Change Management
  • Server Administration
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Network Operations
  • Virtualization
  • Backup Administration
  • Documentation
  • Communication
  • Cisco
  • Switches
  • Wireless Communication
  • Network
  • Management
  • Virtual Machines
  • VMware
  • Microsoft Windows Server Administration
  • SolarWinds
  • Backup
  • Recovery
  • Testing
  • Active Directory
  • IT Operations
  • Computer Networking
  • Managed Services
  • Customer Engagement
  • Project Management
  • Performance Management
  • Preventive Maintenance

Summary

A leading security-first IT solutions and managed services provider is seeking a Senior IT Operations Engineer to support a high-profile professional sports organization. This full-time overnight position is responsible for maintaining and optimizing critical network, server, virtualization, and infrastructure environments that power both corporate operations and game-day technology. The organization has more than 30 years of success helping enterprise and mid-market clients modernize through managed services, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and automation.

This is a unique opportunity to work behind the scenes for a mission-critical sports environment where downtime is not an option. The ideal candidate will bring strong infrastructure experience across networking, systems administration, monitoring, vulnerability management, and virtualization while thriving in a fast-paced overnight operations environment. You'll play a key role supporting stadium technology, wireless connectivity, network performance, and business-critical systems that directly impact the game-day experience for teams, coaches, and staff. This employer is building out its operations team and governance structure, creating an excellent opportunity for long-term growth and influence. Required Skills & Experience
  • 5+ years of IT Operations, Infrastructure Engineering, Systems Administration, or Managed Services experience
  • Strong Cisco networking experience with hands-on Layer 1 and Layer 2 troubleshooting
  • Experience monitoring network circuits and coordinating with telecommunications vendors
  • Windows Server administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
  • WSUS administration and enterprise patch management
  • Vulnerability remediation and security patch deployment across servers and network devices
  • VMware vCenter administration for virtual machine deployment and management
  • Active Directory administration and troubleshooting
  • Enterprise infrastructure monitoring experience with SolarWinds, NinjaOne, Kaseya, or similar tools
  • Backup administration experience, preferably with Rubrik
  • Experience supporting wireless access points and enterprise Wi-Fi environments
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities in a production environment
  • Experience conducting detailed shift handoffs and operations documentation
  • Ability to work overnight schedules, weekends, and holiday coverage when required
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Managed Services Provider (MSP) experience
  • Palo Alto firewall administration and troubleshooting
  • CCNA, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, or similar certifications
  • Experience supporting large-scale live events, sports venues, or mission-critical operations
  • Exposure to vulnerability scanning and remediation programs
  • Experience with ITIL practices and operational governance
  • Knowledge of network performance monitoring and incident management workflows
  • Experience working in smaller IT environments where engineers wear multiple hats
  • Familiarity with change management and operational best practices
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
  • 35% Server Administration, Patching & Vulnerability Management
  • 25% Network Operations & Circuit Monitoring
  • 15% Virtualization & VM Management
  • 10% Monitoring, Alert Response & Health Checks
  • 10% Backup Administration & Recovery Validation
  • 5% Documentation, Communication & Shift Handoffs
Daily Responsibilities
  • Monitor and maintain critical infrastructure supporting corporate and game-day operations
  • Troubleshoot Cisco switches, circuits, wireless infrastructure, and connectivity issues
  • Coordinate with service providers to resolve network outages and performance concerns
  • Deploy and manage virtual machines using VMware vCenter
  • Perform Windows Server administration, configuration, and maintenance
  • Execute vulnerability remediation and enterprise patching activities
  • Monitor platform health and respond to alerts using SolarWinds and related tools
  • Verify backup success and assist with recovery testing when required
  • Support Active Directory administration and user-related issues
  • Communicate incidents, impacts, and resolutions to business stakeholders
  • Provide comprehensive shift transition updates to incoming operations teams
  • Assist in maintaining operational stability during multiple simultaneous sporting events
The Offer
  • Opportunity to support technology operations for a premier professional sports organization
  • Exposure to enterprise-scale networking, infrastructure, and game-day technology
  • Collaborative engineering team environment
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing managed services organization
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) and additional employee benefit offerings
  • Long-term stability with a highly visible client engagement
Schedule
  • Overnight Shift: 11:00 PM - 8:00 AM
  • Workdays: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
  • Holiday coverage required when games are scheduled
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10105282
  • Position Id: 887651
  • Posted 6 hours ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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