Systems Engineer

Job DescriptionJob Description

Are you a problem solver with a passion for optimizing IT systems and infrastructure? Join our dynamic team as a System Engineer where you'll play a key role in driving innovation and ensuring the reliability of our cutting-edge technology environment

Long term Contract

Hybrid in Long Island-3 days on site, 2 days remote

FT hours

$50-60/hr

Skills: Level 2/3, Active Directory, Azure AD, Windows Server & Desktop, Systems administration, Systems engineering, Technical support, some break fix, on prem and cloud 

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing and maintaining Windows-based infrastructure, including Active Directory (AD), Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), Windows Server, and Windows Desktop environments. You will play a key role in system administration, technical support, documentation, and driving process improvements across the enterprise. Your ability to document processes and create technical guides for end-users and internal teams will also be crucial.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, configure, and maintain Active Directory services, including user management, group policies, security, and authentication.
• Administer and support Azure Active Directory
• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server
• Provide support and maintenance for Windows Desktop systems, troubleshooting issues, ensuring software compatibility, and managing updates.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation.
• Monitor system performance and security, troubleshoot problems, and ensure optimal configuration and functionality of the environment.
• Implement and maintain security policies, including patch management, user access control, and security best practices for cloud environments.
• Develop scripts (PowerShell, Bash, etc.) to automate common tasks and improve system administration efficiency.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in systems engineering, administration, or IT support roles.
• Technical Skills:
• Active Directory administration and group policy management.
• Experience with Azure Active Directory and cloud solutions.
• Strong proficiency with Windows Server (2016/2019) and Windows Desktop environments.
• Expertise in technical writing for documenting systems, creating guides, and maintaining internal and external knowledge bases.
• Familiarity with system monitoring and management tools (e.g., SCCM, Intune).
• Experience with PowerShell for task automation.
• Understanding of network fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, and VPN.

Company DescriptionTop Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 25 years
of experience in Information Technology and Creative Staffing. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. Top Prospect Group meets with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are then able to provide a more consistent recruitment process.Company DescriptionTop Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 25 years\r\n of experience in Information Technology and Creative Staffing. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. Top Prospect Group meets with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are then able to provide a more consistent recruitment process.