Microsoft Systems Engineer II

INSPYR Solutions; Addison (TX); Remote; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

INSPYR Solutions is seeking a Microsoft Systems Engineer II to oversee enterprise Windows Server, AD/365, Linux, Citrix, and cloud environments. You will implement automation, monitor performance, and drive security/compliance across hybrid infrastructures.

The role emphasizes collaboration with IT, development, and security teams, plus strong troubleshooting and documentation skills. Remote-friendly contract-to-hire position with U.S. work eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years of systems engineering experience, including Microsoft Windows Server administration.
• Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS; Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Exchange, Intune, and Teams; Hybrid AD/Exchange; Linux; Citrix DaaS; scripting; monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and hybrid AD.
• Administer Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Exchange Online, Intune, Teams, Microsoft 365 Apps, OneDrive, and SharePoint Online.
• Support and maintain Linux server environments, including configuration, patching, troubleshooting, user administration, and performance monitoring.
• Administer Citrix DaaS/virtualization environments, including machine catalogs, delivery groups, vDisks, StoreFront servers, and virtual machines.
• Perform server maintenance, upgrades, patching, configuration management, backup/recovery, and performance optimization.
• Troubleshoot system, application, server, and network connectivity issues; perform root-cause analysis and resolve incidents within established SLAs.
• Support connectivity across servers, storage, cloud resources, and enterprise infrastructure.
• Develop automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, Bash, Graph, or similar scripting technologies.
• Configure and manage monitoring solutions such as Dynatrace, PRTG, SolarWinds, or similar tools.
• Support cloud environments including Microsoft Azure and AWS, provisioning resources and troubleshooting cloud infrastructure.
• Apply security best practices, manage access controls, support security/compliance requirements, and maintain system documentation.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, development, security, and project teams on system integrations, upgrades, deployments, and technical initiatives.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

Group Policy

DNS

Microsoft 365

Entra ID

Exchange Online

Intune

Teams

Hybrid AD/Exchange

Linux administration

Citrix DaaS

PowerShell

Python

Bash

Graph

Dynatrace

PRTG

SolarWinds

Azure

AWS

Security best practices

Documentation

Customer-service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Dynatrace

PRTG

SolarWinds

PowerShell

Python

Bash

Graph

Job description

Microsoft Systems Engineer II

Location: Remote

Duration: Contract to hire

Rate: $45.00 - $55.00/HR

Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

The Engineer II, Systems is responsible for the administration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of enterprise server, cloud, virtualization, and Microsoft 365 environments. This role supports Windows and Linux systems, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Citrix, networking, monitoring, automation, security, and system upgrades while partnering with cross-functional IT teams to maintain reliable and secure infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and hybrid AD.
• Administer Microsoft 365, including Entra ID, Exchange Online, Intune, Teams, Microsoft 365 Apps, OneDrive, and SharePoint Online.
• Support and maintain Linux server environments, including configuration, patching, troubleshooting, user administration, and performance monitoring.
• Administer Citrix DaaS/virtualization environments, including machine catalogs, delivery groups, vDisks, StoreFront servers, and virtual machines.
• Perform server maintenance, upgrades, patching, configuration management, backup/recovery, and performance optimization.
• Troubleshoot system, application, server, and network connectivity issues; perform root-cause analysis and resolve incidents within established SLAs.
• Support connectivity across servers, storage, cloud resources, and enterprise infrastructure.
• Develop automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, Bash, Graph, or similar scripting technologies.
• Configure and manage monitoring solutions such as Dynatrace, PRTG, SolarWinds, or similar tools.
• Support cloud environments including Microsoft Azure and AWS, provisioning resources and troubleshooting cloud infrastructure.
• Apply security best practices, manage access controls, support security/compliance requirements, and maintain system documentation.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, development, security, and project teams on system integrations, upgrades, deployments, and technical initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years of systems engineering experience, including Microsoft Windows Server administration.
• Strong hands-on experience with:
  • Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS
  • Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Exchange, Intune, and Teams
  • Hybrid Active Directory and Exchange environments
  • Linux administration
  • Citrix DaaS and virtualization technologies
  • PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar scripting
  • Enterprise monitoring tools such as Dynatrace, PRTG, or SolarWinds
• Experience with Azure and/or AWS cloud environments.
• Knowledge of backup/recovery, system security, patching, monitoring, and configuration management.
• Strong troubleshooting, critical-thinking, communication, documentation, and customer-service skills.

Preferred / Plus

• AD FS experience.
• VMware experience.
• Experience working with security frameworks or standards such as NIST or ISO 27001.
• Experience supporting systems in a regulated environment.

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact [e-mail] for assistance.