Infrastructure Project Leader

▶︎ Job Details
・Job Title: Infrastructure Project Leader
・Client: Japanese IT Company
・Working Location: New York, NY 10022
・Working style：Hybrid (2 days in the office)
・Employment Type: Full-time / Non-Exempt
・Salary: $70K – $100K
・Benefit: Full Benefits (Medical Insurance, 401K Match, PTO, etc.)
・Visa Support: Not specified
・Working Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
・Language: English required / Japanese preferred

▶︎ Job Summary:
We are seeking an Infrastructure Project Leader to support the implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of IT infrastructure environments within a fast-paced client-facing environment. This role will work closely with the Project Manager to execute infrastructure projects while also contributing hands-on technical expertise across endpoint management, Microsoft 365, cloud platforms, identity management, and security operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, experience supporting enterprise infrastructure environments, and the ability to coordinate tasks and communicate effectively with both internal teams and clients. Japanese language skills are a plus due to interaction with Japanese customers.

▶︎ Key Responsibilities:
・Support infrastructure project execution by tracking tasks, coordinating activities, and reporting project status to the Project Manager
・Implement, configure, and maintain endpoint management platforms such as Intune, Tanium, SCCM, and Windows FU
・Manage identity and access solutions including Entra ID, Entra ID Connect, Active Directory, and Windows Hello
・Operate and support Microsoft 365 environments including SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, and Intune
・Maintain and troubleshoot security solutions such as Microsoft Defender and access privilege management tools
・Build, manage, and monitor cloud infrastructure environments on AWS and Azure
・Support services including EC2, S3, CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, virtual machines, and networking components
・Identify operational inefficiencies and drive process improvements through standardization, automation, and tooling enhancements
・Participate in Managed Service launches, including defining operational procedures and SLA structures
・Assist with pre-sales activities such as proposal preparation, effort estimation, and client presentations
・Coordinate with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders as needed
・Travel to customer sites or data centers when required

▶︎ The right candidate will possess:
・Strong hands-on infrastructure engineering experience within Microsoft and cloud ecosystems
・The ability to balance technical execution with project coordination responsibilities
・Experience working in client-facing or managed service environments
・Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
・A proactive mindset toward operational improvement and automation
・Excellent communication and collaboration skills in multicultural environments
・The flexibility to support both project implementation and operational support activities

▶︎ Required Qualifications & Skills:
・2+ years of experience in IT infrastructure environments
・Hands-on experience with one or more of the following technologies:
　- Endpoint Management: Intune, Tanium, SCCM, Windows FU
　- Identity & Access Management: Entra ID, Entra ID Connect, Active Directory, Windows Hello
　- Microsoft 365 Services: SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Intune
　- Cloud Platforms: AWS (EC2, S3, CloudWatch) and/or Azure (Azure Monitor, VMs, Networking)
　- Security Tools: Microsoft Defender, privilege/access management tools
・Experience improving operational efficiency through automation, process improvement, or tooling initiatives
・Basic project coordination experience including schedule tracking, vendor communication, and status reporting
・Fluency in English
・Japanese language skills are preferred but not required
・Ability to travel to customer sites or data centers as needed