The Systems Engineer ensures that all requests relating to server hardware and software are appropriately addressed in a timely manner. They responsible for designing, organizing, modifying, and supporting the Company's computer systems. The Systems Engineer is also responsible for designing and implementing LAN/WAN configurations and network segments as related to server systems and in coordination with the Network Administrator, and security compliance/patch management in coordination with the Security Administrator.
Specific Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
- Supports servers, storage systems/networks physical and virtual.
- Identifies, plans, and coordinates improvements in the server environment.
- Monitors systems for faults and performance issues to ensure efficient operation.
- Ensures design of system allows all components to work properly together.
- Makes recommendations for future upgrades.
- Maintains network and system security, vulnerability management and patching in coordinate with the Security Administrator.
- Analyzes, diagnoses, and resolves issues reported by users, other IT technicians, and automated processes.
- Identifies and architects’ solutions based on the needs of users and the business.
- Maintains integrity of the server network, server deployment, and security
- Assigns configuration of authentication and authorization of directory services
- Creates and supports.
- Coordinates with the helpdesk team for management, maintenance, and monitoring of desktops and user endpoints to ensure policy compliance and optimal/secure operation.
- Maintains all servers (virtual and physical), storage devices, except where explicitly excluded.
- Performs as-needed administration of network devices such as switches, routers, firewalls in coordination with the Network Administrator
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering with 3-5 years’ experience in maintaining and supporting a Microsoft environment.
- Microsoft Certification (MCSE) along with Server hardware certification
- Has a strong record of completed projects across various computing platforms with functional knowledge of network topologies?
Physical Demands:
- Ability to stand for long periods.
- Able to move and lift to 50 lbs.
- Able to reach and bend.
Travel Required:
- Ability to travel 10% domestic.