Senior Systems Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure)

TL;DR

Senior Systems Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure): Designing, implementing, and owning core data center technologies including compute, storage, networking, and security platforms with an accent on scalable and reliable infrastructure solutions. Focus on managing firewall platforms, executing hardware refreshes, and optimizing hyper-converged infrastructure to ensure high availability.

Location: Hybrid (Washington, D.C. / Reston, VA). Must be based in the Reston, VA / Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. No US work authorization sponsorship provided.

Salary: $130K – $162K

Company

hirify.global is a pioneer in securing human and machine identities through an AI-powered cloud-native Identity Security Platform.

What you will do

• Manage end-to-end data center operations, including networking, storage (SAN/NAS), and server platforms.
• Design and implement firewall platforms, storage environments, and compute resources.
• Execute hardware refreshes, upgrades, and new deployments aligned with organizational standards.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis across network, storage, and compute layers.
• Coordinate with vendors for hardware procurement and asset lifecycle management.
• Develop system documentation and participate in after-hours maintenance and incident response.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in systems engineering or infrastructure roles.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise firewalls such as FortiGate, Palo Alto Networks, Cisco ASA/Firepower, or Juniper SRX.
• Strong knowledge of data center networking using Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, and Dell PowerSwitch.
• Experience with HCI platforms like Storage Spaces Direct, Nutanix, or Cisco HyperFlex.
• Proficiency with virtualization platforms including VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V.
• Must not require US work authorization now or in the future (e.g., no H-1B, TN, L-1, F1-OPT).

Nice to have

• Industry certifications from Cisco, VMware, Microsoft, or firewall vendors.
• Experience automating workflows using tools like Ansible or Terraform.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and meaningful bonus program.
• Comprehensive healthcare insurance and pension/retirement matching.
• Life insurance and employee assistance program.
• Paid company holidays and time off plans.
• Culture focused on innovation, respect, and diversity.