Part-Time Senior Corporate IT Systems/Network Engineer

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We’re looking for a part-time Senior Corporate IT Systems/Network Engineer to strengthen our Corporate IT team’s support of ARES’ internal and cloud infrastructure. You’ll ensure Microsoft 365, GCC High, and on-premises systems run smoothly—and help shape the future of our IT environment.

This position can be remote or based near one of our current offices in Houston, Huntsville, or McLean, VA. We expect the position will require 20-25 hours per week.

ARES is one of the foremost Quantitative Risk Management firms in the US specializing in Systems Engineering; Safety, Reliability & Mission Assurance; IT Architecture and Security; Integration and Test Engineering; and Project Management. Our unique focus on providing risk management solutions across all service offerings differentiates ARES from our competition and provides significant value to our clients. We differentiate ourselves from our competition by integrating unique, industry-leading quantitative risk management methodologies into every project to provide superior-quality products and services, on time and within budget. With a top-notch team of engineers, scientists, and other professionals, ARES focuses on solving industry’s most complex technical challenges in the key areas of the Space and Defense markets.

Core Responsibilities

• Handle onboarding/offboarding tasks and Active Directory account management
• Administer Microsoft 365 & GCC High (Teams, SharePoint, Exchange, OneDrive)
• Provide East Coast morning Help Desk support
• Update and maintain the intranet (WordPress experience is a plus)
• Lead small projects, system clean-ups, and automation efforts
• Deploy patches and configure laptops for new hires
• Troubleshoot network connections and office hardware
• Keep audit records and technical documentation up to date

Must-Have Experience & Skills

• 5+ years in IT systems or network engineering (senior level )
• Proven Microsoft 365/Cloud security background
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to juggle competing priorities and adapt quickly
• Comfortable working independently with flexible hours

Technical Toolbox

• Microsoft 365 administration (setup, security, compliance)
• SharePoint, Exchange & Teams management
• Intune device management (laptops, mobile devices)
• Hybrid on-prem/cloud infrastructure support
• Familiarity with Kaseya suite (VSA, Vorex, Spanning, IT Glue)
• Hardware diagnostics, Windows 11 upgrades, and backup solutions for both Om premise and Cloud

Nice-to-Have

• Networking fundamentals and Windows Server knowledge
• CMMC or similar compliance framework exposure
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Concur, or ADP
• Associate degree or higher desired

ARES Benefits:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Accounts
• Life & Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• ESOP
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).