Engineer, Cloud and IT Systems

About Mizkan America

Based in our Corporate Headquarters in Schaumburg, IL, Mizkan America is a

subsidiary of the Mizkan Group, a global, family-owned company that has been

Bringing Flavor to Life™ for over 220 years. As one of the leading makers of

vinegars, condiments, and sauces in the United States, Mizkan America maintains

12 manufacturing facilities that serve the retail, foodservice, specialty-Asian

and food-ingredient trade channels. We are committed to following our two core

principles: continuously challenging the status quo and delivering only the

finest products for our customers. Our leadership seeks out, embraces, and

implements ideas for improvement from all of its employees. Transparency and

accountability are two key factors that drive our company’s overall management

approach.

The Cloud and Systems Engineer is a hands‑on technical role responsible for

designing, implementing, and supporting secure, scalable, and reliable

infrastructure across cloud and on‑premises environments that enable business

outcomes.

This role combines deep expertise in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 with

strong systems engineering fundamentals, acting as both a solution contributor

and technical leader. The engineer partners closely with IT teams, vendors, and

business stakeholders to deliver integrated, end‑to‑end infrastructure solutions

while ensuring alignment with enterprise standards, security requirements, and

long-term strategy.

The ideal candidate thrives in a mid-size enterprise or lean IT environment,

bringing the strengths of a broad technical generalist, versatile infrastructure

engineer, and well-rounded technical problem solver, with cross-functional

ownership across infrastructure, cloud, identity, networking, endpoints, and

collaboration platforms.

Work Location: Schaumburg, IL

Mizkan Corporate Headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois

Essential Functions:

* Design, implement, and manage secure, reliable, and highly available

infrastructure solutions across cloud and hybrid environments, aligning with

organizational standards and security policies.

* Provide leadership and expertise in Azure architecture, engineering, and

operational strategy; lead cloud architecture and strategic initiatives

focused on Microsoft Azure and hybrid environments.

* Administer and optimize Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online,

Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Entra ID.

* Oversee identity, access, and security configurations (Active Directory,

Entra ID, MFA, Conditional Access) to ensure robust protection.

* Act as a subject matter expert and escalation resource for complex

infrastructure and user-related challenges, offering technical guidance,

mentorship, and resolution for complex issues.

* Support and enhance core infrastructure systems such as servers,

virtualization platforms, storage, backup solutions, networking components,

and endpoints through upgrades, lifecycle management, troubleshooting, and

performance optimization.

* Establish, implement, and maintain governance, security, and operational

controls to ensure compliance, resiliency, and efficiency.

* Monitor performance, availability, and security posture; proactively identify

and resolve potential issues.

* Plan capacity, conduct cost analysis, and optimize infrastructure and cloud

expenditures, ensuring financial stewardship.

* Lead lifecycle management activities including upgrades, patching,

migrations, modernization initiatives, troubleshooting, and performance

optimization.

* Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, vendors, IT staff,

business partners, and stakeholders to achieve solutions and improvements and

deliver comprehensive infrastructure solutions.

* Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous

improvement efforts; provide 24x7 infrastructure support as needed.

* Maintain comprehensive documentation, standards, and facilitate knowledge

sharing within the IT organization.

* Provide on-call or after-hours support as required.

* Ensure consistent, reliable in-person attendance during designated business

days as mandated by organizational requirements. For optional in-person days,

employees are expected to remain engaged during scheduled work hours.

* Fulfill additional duties to support team, department, and organizational

objectives, including involvement in cross-functional projects, process

enhancements, or special assignments.

* This list outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities

performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all tasks

required for this role.

Key Skills/Competencies:

* Strong hands-on expertise with Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, Teams,

SharePoint, OneDrive, Entra ID).

* Deep experience with Microsoft Azure services (compute, networking, identity,

and security).

* Strong knowledge of Microsoft infrastructure technologies including AD/AAD,

DNS, DHCP, GPO, Kerberos, LDAP, IIS, and file services.

* Proficiency with Windows Server (2012–2022) and Windows 10/11.

* Experience with virtualization platforms such as Hyper‑V and VMware.

* Experience with enterprise backup and recovery solutions (e.g., Veeam).

* Solid networking fundamentals, including firewalls, VPNs, and network design

concepts.

* Familiarity with wireless networks and connectivity troubleshooting.

* Strong troubleshooting skills across cloud, systems, identity, networking,

and endpoints.

* Experience with governance, security controls, and operational

best practices.

* Strong project and time management skills with ability to manage multiple

priorities.

* Excellent documentation and communication skills.

* Comfort working in cross-functional and fast-paced environments.

* Experience in MSP or mid-size enterprise environments preferred.

* Familiarity with Operational Technology (OT) environments is a plus.

Education/Experience/Qualifications/Certifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field,

or equivalent experience.

* 10+ years of hands-on experience supporting and engineering infrastructure

across cloud and on-premises environments.

* 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure

* 5+ years Microsoft 365 platforms administration

* Demonstrated experience designing and implementing enterprise technology

solutions.

* Strong experience troubleshooting complex, cross-platform issues.

* Experience delivering infrastructure services across servers, networking,

storage, virtualization, identity, endpoints, and security.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:

* Ability to remain seated at a workstation for extended periods (up to 8 hours

per day).

* Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office

equipment.

* Ability to view computer screens and read printed materials for prolonged

periods.

* Occasional standing, walking, and reaching within the office environment.

* Ability to lift and carry office supplies or equipment weighing up to 10–15

lbs.

* Adequate hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and via

phone/video.

* Willingness to work extended hours or weekends when required.

* Travel up to 10%.

Compensation

&

Benefits

* Annual salary for this position ranges from $125,000 - $170,000

* Note:

Compensation

is based on a number of factors including market

location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and

experience.

* This role is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive Bonus

* A full range of medical, dental, vision, 401K plus up-to-four percent (4%)

match, profit sharing, wellness program, paid parental leave, long-term-care

insurance, critical accident insurance, short- and long-term disability and

education assistance are also available.

Mizkan America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all

qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender

identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran

status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state,

or local law.

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