Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Infrastructure & Security Engineer is a key technical role on DSI’s IT team, responsible for the hands-on execution of infrastructure operations and cybersecurity defense across a multi-warehouse logistics environment. You will also contribute to desktop engineering and participate in the team’s rotating helpdesk coverage—areas shared across the IT group, not carried solo. DSI’s IT team operates a structured Lean IT model that protects dedicated deep-focus time for infrastructure and security project work every day, while maintaining responsive, customer-facing support during scheduled rotation blocks. You won’t be context-switching constantly—the model ensures you have the space to do meaningful work. The ideal candidate brings strong systems and networking fundamentals, a security-aware mindset, and the willingness to grow into areas where they don’t yet have deep expertise. We invest in our people through mentorship and a team culture that values learning over perfection.
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Responsibility Area
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Type
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What This Looks Like
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Infrastructure Operations
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Primary
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Servers, virtualization, networking, backup/DR, M365/Okta/RingCentral, infrastructure projects
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Cybersecurity Operations
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Primary
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Managed EDR platform, vulnerability scanning, firewall hardening, incident response, compliance
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Desktop Engineering & Patch Mgmt
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Shared
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Desktop imaging, OS deployment, patch management, endpoint configuration (shared across IT team)
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Helpdesk & Support Rotation
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Shared
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Full participation in team support rotation with end-to-end ticket ownership; after-hours on-call rotation
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Infrastructure Operations — Primary
- Server & Directory Services Administration: Administer Windows Server (2019+), Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS/DHCP across warehouse and office environments; manage user accounts, security groups, and organizational units
- Virtualization Management: Manage VMware/Hyper-V virtualization platforms including capacity planning, performance monitoring, and lifecycle management of virtual machines
- Network Infrastructure: Own network infrastructure including switches, firewalls, VPN, wireless controllers, and WAN links; maintain network documentation and diagrams
- Backup & Disaster Recovery: Maintain and test backup/disaster recovery procedures; own RTO/RPO targets; execute regular restore tests and document results
- Cloud & SaaS Platform Support: Support cloud-based services including Microsoft 365, Okta identity management, RingCentral, and offsite backup infrastructure; manage user provisioning, SSO configuration, and service health monitoring
Cybersecurity Operations — Primary
- Endpoint Detection & Response: Manage the enterprise EDR/endpoint security platform; monitor alerts, investigate detections, and coordinate remediation with the managed security provider
- Security Monitoring & Log Analysis: Monitor security alerts and events through the endpoint security platform; review firewall syslog data; escalate detections as needed and coordinate response actions
- Vulnerability Management: Execute vulnerability scanning, prioritize findings by risk, and drive remediation across infrastructure and endpoints
- Firewall & Network Security: Maintain firewall rule sets and network segmentation; review and harden configurations on a recurring basis in coordination with the Technology Manager
- Incident Response: Participate in incident response activities: containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident review; contribute to IR playbook development
- Compliance & Awareness: Support customer security audits and compliance questionnaires; assist with security awareness training for DSI employees
Desktop Engineering & Patch Management — Shared
- Desktop Imaging & Deployment: Contribute to desktop imaging standards, OS deployment workflows, and hardware lifecycle management across DSI facilities
- Patch Management: Execute patch management cycles for Windows OS and third-party applications; track compliance and report metrics
- Endpoint Configuration & Hardening: Help define and enforce endpoint configuration baselines and Group Policy standards
- Desktop Automation: Identify opportunities for desktop automation to reduce recurring support tickets and improve deployment consistency
Helpdesk & Support Rotation — Shared
- Rotating Support Coverage: Take your turn in the team’s rotating support coverage; own every incoming ticket end-to-end during your rotation—from initial response through resolution and customer confirmation
- Issue Ownership & Resolution: Own tickets from intake to close; request specialist support from teammates as needed; document root cause, resolution steps, and knowledge base articles
- User Support: Assist with onboarding/offboarding of users, workstation configuration, and end-user training as needed
Project Execution — All Domains
- Project Delivery: Execute planned projects across infrastructure, security, and desktop engineering within DSI’s protected deep-focus execution blocks; deliver on-time against project milestones and document outcomes
REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE
- Infrastructure Fundamentals: Windows Server (2019+), Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS/DHCP; solid networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, firewalls); experience with virtualization (VMware or Hyper-V); backup and restore procedures
- General IT Skills: Proficient with computer systems, PC repair, mobile devices, and network management (LAN/WAN); ability to deploy, configure, and support operating systems on servers, desktops, and mobile devices
- Security Awareness: Familiarity with core security concepts (defense-in-depth, least privilege); experience with endpoint protection tools; willingness to grow into vulnerability management, EDR platform operations, and incident response
- Desktop Support: Experience with desktop imaging, OS deployment, and patch management; comfortable supporting end users in a multi-site environment
- Customer Focus: Strong drive to provide an excellent customer service experience, with the ability to tailor communication to different audiences, especially when working with technical versus non-technical staff across warehouse and office environments
- Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with high-pressure situations
- Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality
- Dependability: Takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; willing to put in extra effort when necessary for critical incidents; completes tasks on time or communicates proactively
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical documentation, incident reports, and interaction with various levels of staff and management
- Experience: Three to five (3–5) years of IT experience with a focus on infrastructure, networking, and/or systems administration. Experience in warehousing, logistics, or distribution environments is a plus but not required
- Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent work experience will be considered
- Core Values: Embodies the DSI Core Values of Team, Excellence, Entrepreneurship, Integrity, and Safety
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & GROWN AREAS
We don’t expect candidates to check every box below. These represent areas where you’ll grow in the role, and DSI supports that growth with dedicated learning time and professional development.
- EDR/XDR platform experience (managed or self-hosted)
- Syslog management and firewall log analysis
- Vulnerability scanning tools and remediation workflows
- Incident response participation or tabletop exercises
- Certifications: CompTIA Security+, Network+, CySA+; Azure Administrator; CCNA
- Compliance framework exposure (SOC 2, NIST CSF, ISO 27001)
- Familiarity with WMS or warehouse technology systems
- Okta identity management and SSO configuration experience
- Experience in a structured Lean IT, ITIL, or time-boxed execution model
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORMENT
- Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Assistance from coworkers, supervisors, or management must be requested for any object over 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
- Work Environment: This position operates in an indoor office setting, with regular interaction in the warehouse operations environment, which may have fluctuating noise levels and temperature changes. Travel between DSI warehouse facilities in the Savannah/Garden City area is required
WORK SCHEDULE & ON-CALL
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (on-site, Garden City, GA). Must remain flexible for additional hours as required by business needs
- On-Call Rotation: Rotating on-call coverage: 5:00 PM – 8:00 AM weekdays and full weekends/holidays, shared across the entire IT team. One week at a time, rotating weekly—approximately one week per month (~12 rotations per year)
- On-Call Requirements: Requires phone availability and remote infrastructure access within 15 minutes for critical incidents. Weekend and holiday availability may be required as directed by leadership
COMPENSATION & BENEFIT
DSI offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and additional allowances. Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.
WHY DSI?
This isn’t a ticket factory. DSI’s IT team operates a structured Lean model that gives you protected time for deep infrastructure and security work every single day. You’ll own real projects—not just put out fires. Support rotations and facility walks keep you connected to the business so your project work is grounded in what you see on the ground.
We’re looking for someone strong in at least one discipline—infrastructure or security—with the drive to grow in the other. DSI supports that growth with structured mentorship, dedicated learning time, and a team culture that values development over perfection. If you’ve outgrown a pure sysadmin role, or you’re a security-minded engineer who wants to own infrastructure too—within a lean, high-trust team without the bureaucracy of a large enterprise—we should talk.