Senior Systems Engineer

Socket.dev; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DCG Technical Solutions, a New Charter Technologies Company, is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead complex migrations, upgrades, and infrastructure projects. This role requires hands-on execution, on-site client engagements, and strong collaboration with customers.

Remote/hybrid work with daily travel to client sites in LA County; you will design, configure virtualization, networking, and AI enablement initiatives while maintaining security best practices and clear client communication.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, network administration, or infrastructure support.
• Experience leading projects to completion (migrations, upgrades, enhancements).
• Hands-on firewall/networking configuration with SonicWall, HP, Meraki, WatchGuard.
• Knowledge of VLANs, ACLs, switching, and network security best practices.
• Experience with virtualization platforms and infrastructure design.
• Familiarity with AI enablement tools or willingness to develop.
• Excellent client-facing communication; able to manage expectations.
• Certifications (Cisco, Meraki, SonicWall, Microsoft) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of assigned projects, including migrations, upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements.
• Lead projects hands-on, not just overseeing from a distance.
• Manage weekly onsite client visitations, acting as the primary technical contact on-site.
• Communicate clearly with clients throughout lifecycles to set and meet expectations.
• Perform onsite installations and hands-on configuration as part of project delivery.

Skills

Systems engineering

Network administration

Project leadership

Client communication

Independent work

AI enablement familiarity

Education

Certifications

Tools

SonicWall

HP

Meraki

WatchGuard

Job description

Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer
Location: Remote/Hybrid – Daily Travel to Client Sites in LA County
Compensation: Starting at $45/hr ($95K salary), OT eligible, with strong potential for rapid growth and promotion.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Ownership

• Take full ownership of assigned projects — including migrations, upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements — seeing each through from planning to successful completion
• Lead projects hands-on rather than delegating from a distance; remain actively involved in the technical execution, not just oversight
• Manage weekly onsite client visitations, serving as the primary technical point of contact during on-site engagements
• Communicate clearly with clients throughout project lifecycles to set, manage, and meet expectations
• Perform onsite installations and hands-on configuration work as part of project delivery

Technical Engineering & Infrastructure

• Design, configure, and support virtualization environments as part of infrastructure projects
• Support and help guide AI enablement initiatives within client environments
• Configure and manage networking infrastructure directly, including firewalls, switches, VLANs, and ACLs
• Hands-on configuration experience required with firewall/networking platforms such as SonicWall, HP, Meraki, and WatchGuard
• Serve as the L3 escalation point for complex technical issues beyond L1/L2 scope

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, network administration, or infrastructure support (MSP experience strongly preferred)
• Proven experience leading and personally executing projects such as migrations, upgrades, and system enhancements from start to finish
• Strong hands-on configuration experience with firewalls and networking equipment (SonicWall, HP, Meraki, WatchGuard, or similar)
• Solid working knowledge of VLANs, ACLs, switching, and network security best practices
• Experience with virtualization platforms and infrastructure design
• Familiarity with AI enablement tools/technologies, or willingness to develop expertise in this area
• Excellent client-facing communication skills, with the ability to manage expectations throughout a project
• Comfortable working independently onsite and taking ownership of outcomes rather than just tasks
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco, Meraki, SonicWall, Microsoft) a plus

Here at DCG Technical Solutions, a New Charter Technologies Company, we are working to help our client's businesses reach their highest potential. In business since 1993 and placed #8 Among MSP Mentor's Top 100 Small Business MSPs in their recent Small Business Edition rankings, we love providing fast, impactful service across a broad range of interesting businesses. We are constantly learning multiple environments, working with various tech stacks, and acting as strategic partners for our clients. We love seeing the impact we have on the businesses that we serve every day, and we could never be satisfied without the meaningful relationships that we build along the way.

Join an elite team of engineers and client service analysts that communicate openly, and are committed to helping you reach your full potential. At DCG, a New Charter Technologies Company, there are endless opportunities to create exceptional experiences for our clients – because that’s what earns their trust and makes them happy!

Learn more about working with us here: http://youtu.be/qNu0tmWjgTA

DCG, a New Charter Technologies Company, is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. DCG, a New Charter Technologies Company, recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.