Remote Commvault Administrator Jobs in Chicago, IL

Company Description
Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We're focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets. Our driving purpose is to elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.
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Job Description
PREFERED LOCATION - CLEVELAND OR PITTSBURGH.
Job is remote - will need to visit data centers on occasion.
The Lead Infrastructure Engineer plays a critical role in designing, implementing, and managing the backbone of FBIN's IT infrastructure. As part of the FBIN IT Infrastructure team, this individual is responsible for ensuring the seamless integration of hardware, software, networks, and cloud services to support business operations effectively. As a lead engineer, they will lead teams, strategize technology solutions, and ensure systems' reliability, scalability, and security.
Infrastructure Design & Strategy

• Develop scalable infrastructure solutions that meet current and future business requirements by working closely with the Infrastructure and Architecture teams.
• Define and promote strategies to efficiently integrate highly available and fault-tolerant infrastructure solutions across cloud (Azure) and on-premises environments, including active/active data center architectures.
• Evaluate emerging technologies-including AI/ML infrastructure support, containerization, and edge computing-to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.

System Implementation & Maintenance

• Storage & Backup: Design, manage, and support complex enterprise storage solutions (NetApp/EMC) and backup platforms (Commvault) deployed across on-prem and cloud environments. Lead storage migrations, capacity planning, and lifecycle management.
• Compute & Virtualization: Administer the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of virtual server environments (VMware vSphere, Hyper-V) and cloud compute resources (Azure VMs, AVD).
• Networking: Support enterprise network infrastructure including Cisco Route/Switch, Arista, Fortinet firewalls, Aryaka SD-WAN, and Juniper Mist Wireless.
• Ensure optimal system performance, including uptime, speed, and resource utilization through proactive monitoring and tuning.
• Automate routine infrastructure processes through scripting and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or PowerShell.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of infrastructure engineers, fostering professional growth, collaboration, and a culture of continuous improvement aligned with the FBIN Blueprint.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including software development, cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, and IT operations.
• Develop training programs and knowledge-sharing practices to keep team members current with evolving technologies and industry best practices.

Security and Compliance

• Implement robust security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, network segmentation, and encryption technologies.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations such as SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS.
• Monitor systems for vulnerabilities and respond proactively to security incidents. Partner with the Cybersecurity team on risk assessments and audit readiness.

Monitoring and Optimization

• Utilize infrastructure monitoring and observability tools to identify potential issues before they impact users and ensure service-level commitments are met.
• Optimize infrastructure for cost efficiency (FinOps), balancing performance with budget constraints across on-prem and cloud spend.
• Contribute to capacity planning, right-sizing, and cloud cost governance.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think ahead and align infrastructure goals with the organization's vision and business growth.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of enterprise compute, storage, networking, cloud platforms, and emerging technologies.
• Leadership: Proven capability to manage, mentor, and inspire teams to achieve operational excellence.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify root causes and resolve complex infrastructure issues swiftly.
• Communication: Effective communication skills to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership.
• Ownership & Accountability: Demonstrates integrity, takes ownership, and drives results aligned with FBIN values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in infrastructure engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership or senior technical role.
• Storage & Backup (required): Excellent knowledge of enterprise data storage platforms (NetApp, EMC) and backup applications (Commvault), including replication, tiering, and disaster recovery.
• Compute & Virtualization: Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, and cloud compute services (Azure VMs, Azure Virtual Desktop).
• Networking: Strong knowledge of enterprise network technologies for on-prem and hybrid/public cloud-Cisco Route/Switch, Arista, Fortinet, Aryaka SD-WAN, Juniper Mist Wireless, and Azure networking.
• Cloud: Proficiency in cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, identity, governance). Experience with AWS or GCP is a plus.
• Automation & IaC: Expertise in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell) and IaC/configuration management tools (Terraform, Ansible).
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols, firewalls, load balancing, and network segmentation.
• Experience with infrastructure monitoring and observability tools.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and IT service management (ServiceNow preferred).
• Certifications such as CCNP, AWS Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Administrator/Expert, VMware VCP, or NetApp certifications are highly desirable.

Additional Information
Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $105,000 USD - $165,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.
At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates' unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.
Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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