
Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer
Halo Recruiting · South Africa
Remote
About the job
About Us
Halo Recruiting is a white-glove recruiting firm helping U.S. companies access elite global talent for 80% less than domestic equivalents. We recruit, screen, and rigorously vet top-tier remote workers based in the Philippines to work as full-time embedded team members within your business. Our candidates are 100% English-fluent, university-educated, and have years of corporate experience from top-tier brands like Google, KPMG, PwC, Canva, Mercedes-Benz, Exxon, Amazon and Deloitte, to name a few.
Level 2 Infrastructure Engineer (MSP Environment)
Schedule: 8am–5pm or 9am–6pm EST
Employment Type: Starts as an independent contractor role, with a clear pathway to full-time EoR employment after 6 months (based on performance and mutual fit)
Salary Range: $2,800 - $3,600 per month
Overview
We're hiring a Level 2 Infrastructure Engineer to provide advanced technical support across client environments within a fast-paced Managed Service Provider (MSP) setting. This role is ideal for a well-rounded IT generalist who enjoys troubleshooting a wide variety of infrastructure, cloud, networking, and end-user technology issues.
As a Level 2 Engineer, you'll serve as a key escalation point for Service Desk teams, handling more complex technical issues while ensuring exceptional client experiences. You'll support a diverse range of mid-market clients and technologies, requiring both strong technical skills and professional communication.
This is a client-facing role supporting environments ranging from 50 to 1,500+ users.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the primary escalation point for Level 1 technicians on infrastructure, networking, cloud, and Microsoft-related issues
Troubleshoot and resolve complex incidents across client environments with a focus on timely resolution and customer satisfaction
Provide support across:
Windows Server environments (on-premises and cloud)
Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, MFA, Intune, Entra ID)
Azure infrastructure and cloud services
Network infrastructure (firewalls, switches, VPNs, wireless networks)
Backup and disaster recovery platforms
Endpoint management and security solutions
Perform server administration, maintenance, patching, and monitoring activities
Assist with infrastructure deployments, migrations, and technology projects
Investigate recurring issues and recommend long-term solutions
Escalate appropriately to senior engineers when required while maintaining ownership of tickets
Communicate effectively with clients throughout the troubleshooting process
Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of incidents, resolutions, and environment changes
Participate in after-hours support rotations when required
What Success Looks Like
You consistently resolve complex technical issues independently with minimal supervision
You can confidently troubleshoot across multiple technology stacks rather than specializing in only one area
You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
You maintain excellent ticket quality, documentation, and follow-through
You thrive in a fast-paced MSP environment where priorities can change quickly
You proactively identify risks and opportunities for improvement within client environments\
Required Experience & Skills
3+ years of experience in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment
Strong troubleshooting experience across infrastructure, cloud, and networking technologies
Hands-on experience supporting:
Windows Server
Microsoft 365
Azure
Networking technologies (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls, switching)
Backup and recovery platforms
Experience supporting multi-client environments and managing multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong understanding of IT service management and ticketing systems
High attention to detail and strong documentation habits
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with technical teams
Preferred Experience
Experience supporting US-based or UK-based MSP clients
Exposure to healthcare, legal, financial, or other compliance-driven environments
Experience with:
ConnectWise
Datto
Huntress
SentinelOne
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Entra ID
VMware or Hyper-V
Relevant Microsoft, Azure, or networking certifications
Ideal Candidate Profile
We're looking for a true infrastructure generalist who is comfortable working across servers, networking, Microsoft 365, Azure, backups, security, and endpoint management.
The ideal candidate has developed strong troubleshooting skills in a high-volume MSP environment, communicates professionally with clients, and takes pride in owning issues through to resolution.
Work Setup & Expectations
Schedule: 8am–5pm or 9am–6pm EST (with flexibility as business needs require)
Fully remote
Fast-paced MSP environment supporting multiple clients and technologies
May participate in on-call or after-hours support rotations
Must Have
Reliable high-speed internet connection
Backup power solution
Professional remote work setup (camera, headset, dedicated workspace)
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