Smithfield Foods

Food Production

ITServer&CloudComputingEngineer

Smithfield, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“IT Server & Cloud Computing Engineer at Smithfield Foods. Skills: Server administration, Cloud computing, Infrastructure expertise, Problem solving. Design server and cloud solutions. Build server and cloud solutions”

What You'll Achieve.

Drive business value; Deliver scalable, secure, and efficient infrastructure services; Support growth, transformation, and innovation; Ensure business continuity; Drive operational excellence; Ensure service quality

Industry & Context.

Food Production
Problems you'll solve

Strong analytical skills; Identify root causes; Implement efficient solutions; Anticipate risks; Adapt quickly to challenges; Resolve technical issues

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university and 5+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, 4+ years of hands-on experience in Windows or Linux Server administration, Technical understanding of hyperconverged solutions, Hands-on experience with Active Directory, ADFS, SCCM, VMware, Cisco UCS, Veeam, and Red Hat Satellite Server, Experience working with multi-cloud enterprise environments, Strong analytical skills to identify root causes, implement efficient solutions, anticipate risks, and adapt quickly to challenges, Ability to analyze business requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions, Knowledge of orchestration tools and automation practices, Understanding of infrastructure services, system dependencies, and the operational characteristics of hardware and software, Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies, equipment, and systems, Capable of working independently, demonstrating self-motivation, accountability, and follow-through, Excellent organizational and communication skills, Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, Respectful, approachable, and team-oriented

Nice to Have

Red Hat Linux preferred, Azure and AWS a plus

What You'll Do.

Design server and cloud solutions

Build server and cloud solutions

Maintain server and cloud solutions

Manage deployments of cloud and server technologies

Ensure consistent standards

Orchestrate processes

Monitor and administer systems

Align technical solutions with strategy

Provide technical expertise

Participate on project teams

Develop implementation plans

Develop contingency plans

Improve system performance

Resolve technical issues

Support daily operations

Analyze existing systems

Evaluate proposed systems

Recommend improvements

Build relationships with providers

Research new technologies

Evaluate new technologies

Contribute to infrastructure strategy

Support business processes

Maintain documentation

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work closely with IT teams; Collaborate with vendors; Work effectively in a team-oriented environment; Build working relationships

Communication Scope

Excellent communication skills

Process & Methodology

Planning, Contingency planning

Full Job Description

**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.** Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. **Apply Now!** **THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:** _The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section._ As an **IT Server & Cloud Computing Engineer** at Smithfield Foods, you will design, build, and maintain innovative server and cloud solutions that drive business value. This role manages company-wide deployments of cloud and server technologies, ensuring consistent standards, orchestration of processes, and effective monitoring and administration. Collaboration is key—you’ll work closely with IT teams and vendors to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient infrastructure services. By aligning technical solutions with Smithfield’s infrastructure strategy, governance, and operational needs, you’ll play a vital role in shaping a modern IT environment that supports growth, transformation, and innovation. **WHAT YOU’LL DO:** _The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned._ * **Implementation & Deployment: **Provide technical expertise and participate on project teams deployi

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