Senior Network & Systems Engineer

UTA is a premier global talent agency built for the future of media and entertainment, representing celebrated artists, creatives, and brands across film, television, music, comedy, sports, and more. The agency operates 12 global offices and is seeking a Senior Network & Infrastructure Engineer to architect, optimize, and maintain its critical infrastructure.

About the role

As a key member of the Technology team, you will ensure seamless, high-availability, and secure inter-office and cloud-edge connectivity for UTA’s global workforce. You will manage cloud-edge integrations (AWS/Azure) and oversee core systems such as Identity, Email, servers, and cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, optimize, and maintain stable network connectivity across 12 global offices, including Cisco Meraki configuration, High Availability (HA) WAN topologies, wireless connectivity, UPS systems, rack patching, low-voltage cabling coordination, access control, and IP camera connectivity
• Architect, deploy, and maintain secure network infrastructure within and between AWS and Azure environments, ensuring robust and redundant cloud-to-prem connectivity
• Administer cloud-native identity management, lifecycle workflows, and governance strictly via Microsoft Entra ID, including designing, implementing, and enforcing granular Conditional Access policies
• Manage, monitor, and maintain Windows and Linux server infrastructure across cloud and on-prem environments, leading server lifecycle management and patch orchestration using Azure Update Manager
• Design, implement, test, and maintain robust infrastructure backup and disaster recovery strategies, ensuring continuous data protection and system availability using Azure Backup, Azure Site Recovery (ASR), and on-premises backup solutions
• Administer Microsoft 365 with a focus on Exchange Online architecture, email security/hygiene, mail flow routing, and core collaboration platforms
• Design and implement comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting systems across all network, cloud, and server infrastructure to ensure uptime and performance
• Automate routine operations, server provisioning, and maintenance tasks using PowerShell, Bash, and Python to improve reliability and reduce manual effort
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and act as the final escalation point for complex cloud infrastructure, physical/virtual servers, physical network, global Wi-Fi diagnostics, and identity issues
• Partner with Security to implement preventative controls and support incident response; define, document, and enforce infrastructure standards, SOPs, and architectural diagrams

Requirements

• 8+ years in Systems/Network Engineering with proven experience managing multi-site, global office network connectivity
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki stack, HA WAN environments, and physical Wi-Fi troubleshooting
• Solid understanding of physical data room components, including low-voltage cabling, patch panels, UPS maintenance, and IoT/security devices (cameras, access control)
• Strong experience with AWS and Azure cloud networking architectures and secure hybrid routing
• Deep, production-level expertise with Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, and identity governance in a pure-cloud identity environment (no legacy Active Directory or Group Policy)
• Proven experience administering and provisioning Windows and Linux server environments, with specific experience managing updates via Azure Update Manager
• Hands-on experience designing and executing backup and disaster recovery workflows using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery (ASR), including defining and meeting RTO (Recovery Time Objective) and RPO (Recovery Point Objective) metrics
• Proven scripting expertise with PowerShell, Bash, and Python to drive operational efficiency
• Advanced knowledge of Exchange Online, mail flow management, and email security protocols (DKIM, DMARC, SPF)

Benefits

• The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of the leading global entertainment companies
• Access to tools, leadership, and resources to create and drive a center of excellence
• Opportunity to do the best work of your career in an inclusive and diverse company culture
• Competitive programs to support your well-being
• Collaborative environment with room to grow

Pay

$140,000 to $150,000 per year, commensurate with experience and skills.