IT Infrastructure Engineer

G+D makes the lives of billions of people around the world more secure. We create trust in the digital age with integrated security technologies in three business areas: Digital Security, Financial Platforms and Currency Technology. We have been a reliable partner for our customers for over 170 years with our innovative solutions for SecurityTech! We are an international technology group and traditional family business with over 14,000 employees in 40 countries. Creating Confidence is our path to success. Trust is the basis of our co-operation within G+D.

At Payment Technology, our mission is to be at the start of every transaction and to make it secure and simple. We also create contemporary payment and banking solutions for our digital age. As a one-stop shop, we produce and personalise hundreds of millions of payment cards every year and store their "digital twins" - mobile and digital. Would you like to actively shape the digital transformation with us?

JOB SUMMARY

The IT Infrastructure Engineer is a senior technical role responsible for implementing, operating, and improving enterprise IT infrastructure across G+D’s US locations. While enterprise architects define global designs and standards, this role ensures their successful implementation locally, taking full ownership of operations and driving solutions to completion. The Infrastructure Engineer covers core infrastructure domains (network, virtualization, servers, firewalls, storage, backup, monitoring, MFT) and plays a key role in delivering projects, ensuring compliance, and maintaining reliable, secure operations. Salary range starts at $100,000 base and increases based on experience, with bonus eligibility of 10%.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Implement and manage enterprise network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, WiFi, VPNs) across US sites.
• Administer, configure, and troubleshoot firewalls (Fortinet, Cisco) to ensure secure and compliant connectivity.
• Manage Windows Server and Linux (RHEL/Debian) environments, Active Directory, and Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
• Oversee datacenter operations, including storage (SAN/NAS) and enterprise backup systems (Commvault).
• Deploy, administer, and optimize virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter).
• Administer Managed File Transfer (MFT) platforms such as Axway, Connect:Direct, and SFTP.
• Implement and maintain infrastructure monitoring tools
• Lead and execute infrastructure projects, including upgrades, migrations, and new deployments, in alignment with global standards.
• Collaborate with InfoSec and Audit teams to ensure PCI, SOC II, and ISO compliance.
• Drive troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex incidents, ensuring long-term solutions.
• Provide technical input to architecture discussions, ensuring feasibility and operational efficiency.
• Mentor junior staff and act as escalation point for technical issues.
• Document infrastructure standards, procedures, and lessons learned.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with applicable Federal and State laws.
• All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5–7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering or senior system administration.
• Strong hands-on expertise in:
• Networking (LAN, WAN, WiFi, VPNs)
• Firewalls (Fortinet, PaloAlto)
• Virtualization (VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter)
• Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, GPO
• Storage, Backup (Commvault)
• MFT platforms (Axway, Connect:Direct, SFTP)
• Monitoring tools (Nagios, PRTG, Lansweeper, Sentinel or similar enterprise monitoring tools)
• Proven ability to take ownership and deliver infrastructure projects end-to-end.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Experience working in compliance-driven environments (PCI, SOC II, ISO).
• Excellent communication skills; ability to collaborate with global teams and present technical issues to management.
• Experience in multinational or highly regulated enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and mentor team members.
• Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Requires working on hard floor – standing, walking, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and stooping on occasion.
• Must be able to withstand loud noise in a manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

The pay range for this position is $100,000-$110,000 and is eligible for an annual bonus. Benefits offered to eligible employees include, medical (PPO and HDHP with HSA), dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K w/ employer match, short/long term disability, life insurance, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending, EAP, commuter benefits, education assistance, pet insurance, legal, and more.

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Job Details

Job Title
IT Infrastructure Engineer

Business Sector
Giesecke+Devrient ePayments America, Inc.
45925 Horseshoe Dr
Sterling
VA 20166

Requisition ID
26291

Location

Bolingbrook, IL, US

Career level
Experienced and Graduates

Job Type
Fulltime, Permanent

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