IT Operations (Network) Engineer at Hitachi Rail

HITACHI RAIL is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated IT Operations Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Pittsburgh, PA.About us:A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organization to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.Accountabilities:Design implement and manage the organization's computer systems and networksMonitor and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and cloud environmentsEnsure system availability, performance, and scalability through proactive monitoring and tuningEnsure secure environment by proactively planning and patching/upgrading services, servers, network devicesAutomate operational processes using scripting and configuration management toolsImplement and enforce security policies and proceduresManage backups, disaster recovery plans, and business continuity strategiesCollaborate with Service Desk, Application and Cyber Security TeamsMaintain documentation for systems, processes, and proceduresTroubleshoot Level 3 and resolve system and network issues in a timely mannerParticipate in on-call rotation and incident responseRequired skills:[Network]Configure hardware and implement security measures.Network planning and performance monitoringTroubleshoot network connectivity problems and issuesDocument network configurations and changesPerform network upgrades and maintenanceStrong understanding of networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, WAN/LAN, VLANS, SDWAN, MPLS, BGP, SSL and IPsec VPN, Core Switching and Routing, etc.)[Systems]Operating Systems (Windows, Linux RedHat)Optional: AIX, vIOS[Virtualization]Experience with virtualization technologies like VMWare (mandatory), Hyper-V, Nutanix, KVM, proxmox…Strong knowledge in SAN, NAS and related environment (e.g., Fiber Channel, iSCSI)Monitoring and optimizing the performance of virtualized resources, including CPU, memory, and storage.Deploying and managing virtual machines (VMs) and virtual desktops across the virtualized environment.Manage StorageEnsure data integrity, security, and accessibility across various storage platforms [Backup]Monitor backup jobs daily to verify successful completion and troubleshoot any failures or anomalies.Manage backup infrastructure, including software Veeam, Commvault (mandatory) and hardware (e.g., tape libraries, NAS/SAN).Perform regular restore tests to validate backup reliability and ensure compliance with recovery time objectives (RTO) and recovery point objectives (RPO)Experience with the following areas/products:Fortinet products e.g. FortiManager, FortiWeb and FortiAnalyzer.Cisco products. Catalyst, Nexus, Enterprise Wireless, ISE, Mobility Express.Dell, Hpe, IBMMFA, 2FA, OKTADesired skills:Cisco CCNA CertificationVMWare CertificationFortinet CertificationRequired experience:Minimum of 5 years of experience in Networking/Infrastructure EngineeringEducation:Bachelor’s Degree in an IT related fieldLanguage:English ProficiencyBenefits: Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Join us at It is our commitment at Hitachi Rail to create a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers! Have a glance at our LinkedIn page Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesIf you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to [email protected]. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.In accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.