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AV/IT Support Engineer
full-timeDeerfield$55k - $88k

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Location

Deerfield

Salary

$55k - $88k

Type

full-time

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About this role

Company Description

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We’re focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets. Our driving purpose is to elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

At Fortune Brands, we’re building something big. We’re advancing exciting innovations in all of our products and processes. We’re delivering trust, dependability, sustainability, and style. To make it all happen, we’ve transformed our workplace into an environment where smart, ambitious people have the support to reach their fullest potential.

When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive culture where everyone is encouraged be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength.

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Junior Infrastructure Engineer / Senior Technical Support Specialist to join our IT Infrastructure team. This role focuses on supporting and enhancing our enterprise collaboration and conferencing technologies, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Teams, Cisco conferencing systems, and AV solutions including Crestron and Polycom Studio series. The ideal candidate will also have experience supporting executive leadership with polished communication skills.

 

Key Responsibilities Summary

  • Conferencing & Collaboration Support
    • Provide Tier 2/3 support for Microsoft Teams (including Teams Rooms, Operator Connect, Direct Routing, and telephony integrations).
    • Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot Cisco conferencing systems (Webex, SX/MX series) and AV systems (Crestron, Polycom Studio X50).
    • Integrate AV systems with Microsoft Teams and Cisco platforms.
    • Monitor and optimize performance of conferencing platforms and AV infrastructure.
    • Deliver high-level technical support for executive meetings and events.
  • Systems Administration & Infrastructure Projects
    • Manage Microsoft Teams policies, user configurations, and call quality analytics.
    • Participate in infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and new deployments.
    • Support onboarding/offboarding processes and maintain system documentation.
    • Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors for scalable solution design and troubleshooting.
  • Technical Expertise & Tools
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Active Directory MACD, and ServiceNow.
    • Experience with MDM and mobile security platforms (e.g., Intune).
    • Cloud experience with Azure (server builds, SaaS services).
    • Working knowledge of Intune, BOX, Okta, and various SaaS providers.
    • Strong networking skills (IP, DNS, ports) and familiarity with SAN/NAS storage.
    • Capable of imaging, configuring, and troubleshooting printers, computers, and servers.
    • Solid understanding of Windows 10/11, Mac OS, on-prem servers, and workstation hardware.
  • Soft Skills & Collaboration
    • Well-organized, ambitious, and proactive with a strong drive to learn and connect people.
    • Effective communicator across all levels, providing clear updates and documentation.
    • Experienced in training end-users and IT staff on conferencing and AV tools.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or technical support roles.
  • Strong hands-on expertise with Microsoft Teams (Teams Rooms, telephony).
  • Proficient in Cisco conferencing systems (Webex, SIP/H.323 endpoints).
  • Experience with Crestron AV control systems and Polycom Studio X50.
  • Familiarity with AV over IP, HDMI/HDBaseT, and signal flow for video/audio.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration.
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
  • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
  • Experience supporting executive-level users with high responsiveness and professionalism.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

 

Preferred:

  • Certifications in Microsoft Teams, Cisco Collaboration, or Crestron programming.
  • Experience with Zoom CRC or similar conferencing connectors.
  • Familiarity with ITIL practices and service management tools (e.g., ServiceNow).
  • Experience supporting hybrid work environments and remote collaboration technologies.

Additional Information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $55,000 USD - $88,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Fortune Brands is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

Important Notice: Protect Yourself from Fraudulent Job Postings

To protect yourself from fraudulent job postings or recruitment scams, please note that Fortune Brands job postings are exclusively hosted on our website at fbin.com/careers via our SmartRecruiters platform. Fortune Brands will never request banking information or sensitive personal details until an offer of employment has been accepted and the onboarding process begins.

  • Department: Information Technology
  • Other facts

    Tech stack
    Microsoft Teams,Cisco Conferencing Systems,AV Solutions,Technical Support,Infrastructure Projects,Active Directory,ServiceNow,Cloud Experience,Networking Skills,Windows 10/11,Mac OS,Troubleshooting Skills,Communication Skills,Training End-Users,Collaboration,Documentation

    About Fortune Brands

    Fortune Brands Innovations is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. Our driving purpose is to Elevate Every Life by Transforming Spaces into Havens.
    We’re advancing exciting innovations across our portfolio, which includes: Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.
    We’re delivering trust, dependability, sustainability, and style. To make it all happen, we’ve transformed our workplace into an environment where smart, ambitious people have the support to reach their fullest potential.
    To learn more, visit FBIN.com

    Team size: 10,001+ employees
    LinkedIn: Visit
    Industry: Manufacturing

    What you'll do

    • The role involves providing Tier 2/3 support for Microsoft Teams and configuring Cisco conferencing systems. Additionally, the engineer will manage user configurations and participate in infrastructure upgrades.

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