Senior System Engineer in Huntington

Energy Jobline ZR; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to design, implement and support IT infrastructure across diverse client environments in the Long Island area. You will manage Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365 and Azure, while deploying VMware/Hyper‑V and maintaining network security.

You will lead infrastructure projects, mentor engineers and serve as a primary escalation point, collaborating directly with clients to define requirements and deliver robust, well-documented

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT experience in MSP or IT services.
• Hands-on with Windows Server, AD, and Microsoft 365.
• Experience managing VMware or Hyper‑V environments.
• Strong networking knowledge and firewall experience.
• Ability to lead projects and mentor engineers.
• Excellent client communication and documentation skills.
• Exposure to Azure or AWS a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and support IT infrastructure across client environments.
• Manage Microsoft technologies including Windows Server, AD, M365, and Azure.
• Deploy, maintain and troubleshoot virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, Hyper‑V).
• Support networking infrastructure, firewalls, switches, routers, and VPNs.
• Lead infrastructure projects, migrations, backups and DR solutions.
• Act as senior escalation point and mentor engineers.
• Work with clients to gather requirements and propose solutions.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and deliver projects effectively.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Client liaison

Independent work

Prioritization

Troubleshooting

Tools

Windows Server

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Azure

VMware

Hyper‑V

Networking (TCP/IP, DNS)

Firewalls

Fortinet

Job description

Job Description

Senior Systems Engineer | Central Long Island, NY

We are working with an established IT services organisation looking to add an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to its technical team.

What You’ll Do

• Design, implement and support IT infrastructure across multiple client environments.
• Manage Microsoft technologies, including Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365 and Azure.
• Deploy, maintain and troubleshoot virtualisation platforms such as VMware vSphere and Hyper‑V.
• Support networking infrastructure, including firewalls, switches, routers, wireless networks and VPNs.
• Lead infrastructure projects, including server migrations, system upgrades, backup solutions and disaster recovery.
• Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues, providing guidance and mentorship to other engineers.
• Work directly with clients to understand their requirements, recommend solutions and improve existing environments.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and ensure projects are delivered effectively.

What You’ll Need

• 5+ years of IT experience, ideally within a Managed Service Provider (MSP) or IT services environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365 and related Microsoft technologies.
• Experience managing virtualised environments using VMware or Hyper‑V.
• Solid networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing and VPNs.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting firewalls and network security solutions.
• Proven experience with infrastructure projects, server migrations and backup/recovery solutions.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across servers, networking and cloud environments.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence working directly with clients.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and mentor less experienced engineers.
• Exposure to Azure, AWS, Fortinet or relevant technical certifications would be advantageous.

What’s In It for You?

• Opportunity to take ownership of challenging infrastructure projects across a variety of client environments.
• Exposure to a broad range of technologies, including Microsoft, virtualisation, networking, security and cloud infrastructure.
• A senior technical position with opportunities to mentor engineers and influence technical decisions.
• Varied, hands‑on work with the opportunity to develop your technical expertise.
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for continued professional development.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance and 401(k).
• Long Island-based opportunity with occasional local client travel.