Systems Engineer

The Phoenix Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Group is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to own and evolve our Azure-based cloud infrastructure, focusing on virtualization, identity, and secure hybrid integration. You will lead hands-on implementation and drive high-availability initiatives.

In this role you will manage Azure VMs, networks, AD/Entra ID, security configurations, and automation pipelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams on migrations and DR planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Extensive hands-on experience managing Azure cloud environments including VMs, networking, VDI, and security.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Azure Administrator or Solutions Architect preferred.
• Strong expertise with Azure Virtual Desktop and directory services (Azure AD/Entra ID).
• Experience protecting regulated enterprise environments and implementing hybrid cloud configurations.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, deployment, and management of enterprise Azure cloud solutions (VMs, networking, storage).
• Manage Azure Virtual Desktop, Azure AD/Entra ID, and related cloud services for high availability and security.
• Deploy, configure, and maintain Azure Virtual Machines, networks, load balancers, and security settings.
• Develop infrastructure automation using PowerShell, ARM templates, and Azure DevOps.
• Oversee VDI environments, apply security patches, and tune performance.
• Configure and monitor hybrid cloud environments for capacity, security, and incident response.
• Implement security best practices including MFA and network security group configurations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cloud migrations and infrastructure improvements.
• Maintain documentation and runbooks for Azure environments and best practices.
• Support disaster recovery planning and enterprise security architecture projects.
• Act as a point of contact for vendors and internal teams on cloud initiatives.

Skills

Azure cloud

PowerShell

Automation scripting

Azure DevOps

Networking

Security

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Azure Virtual Desktop

ARM templates

VM management

Azure AD / Entra ID

Hyper-V / VMware

Zero Trust

Job description

The Senior Systems Engineer will own and evolve the company's cloud infrastructure, focusing on Azure platform management, virtualization, and network integration. This role demands a highly independent leader with proven hands-on experience managing virtual machines, networking, and security in cloud and hybrid environments. The position offers an opportunity to significantly impact enterprise operations while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, deployment, and ongoing management of enterprise Azure cloud solutions, including virtual machines, networking, and storage.
• Manage and optimize Azure Virtual Desktop, Azure AD, Entra ID, and related cloud services to ensure high availability, security, and performance.
• Take ownership of Azure infrastructure, including deploying, configuring, and maintaining Azure Virtual Machines, networks, load balancers, and security configurations.
• Develop infrastructure automation scripts and workflows using PowerShell, ARM templates, and Azure DevOps.
• Oversee virtual desktop environments and coordinate updates, security patches, and performance tuning.
• Configure and monitor cloud and on-premises environments for capacity planning, security compliance, and incident response.
• Implement and maintain security best practices, including identity management, multi-factor authentication, and network security group configurations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cloud migration projects, incident management, and infrastructure enhancements.
• Maintain detailed documentation, operational procedures, and knowledge base related to Azure environments and cloud best practices.
• Support enterprise-wide initiatives including disaster recovery planning, hybrid cloud integrations, and enterprise security architecture.
• Act as a point of contact for vendors, partners, and internal teams on cloud infrastructure projects and technology evaluations.

Core Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven ownership and extensive hands-on experience managing Azure cloud environments, including deploying, configuring, and maintaining Virtual Machines, networking, virtual desktops, and security.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect, or equivalent are highly preferred.
• Strong experience with Azure Virtual Desktop (Azure Virtual Desktop expertise is a plus).
• Experience managing enterprise infrastructure in regulated industry environments.
• Deep understanding of Azure AD, Entra ID, Intune, networking, and hybrid cloud configurations.
• Hands-on experience with automation and scripting via PowerShell, ARM templates, and Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of Azure security best practices, Zero Trust architecture, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies including Hyper-V, VMware, or similar.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take full ownership of cloud infrastructure projects.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience with Azure Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, MSSQL, enterprise firewalls, Kubernetes, and related cloud-native tools.
• Knowledge of compliance standards relevant to regulated industries.
• Previous experience managing remote or distributed teams.

Core Technical Skills

• PowerShell scripting and automation
• Cloud networking and hybrid environment management
• Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, and endpoint security tools
• Disaster Recovery Planning and Business Continuity