Senior Systems Engineer

DCG Technical Solutions, LLC; La Cañada Flintridge (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

DCG Technical Solutions, LLC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to maintain and support client IT environments with a focus on Azure server support, Intune configurations, conditional access policies, and Group Policy administration. This remote/hybrid position requires daily travel to client sites across Los Angeles County, with independence and collaboration within a seasoned tech team.

The role emphasizes hands-on project delivery, on-site installation and configuration, and acting as the

Qualifications

• 5+ years of systems engineering, network administration, or infrastructure support.
• Strong hands-on configuration experience with firewalls and networking equipment (SonicWall, HP, Meraki, WatchGuard).
• Solid knowledge of VLANs, ACLs, switching, and network security best practices.
• Familiarity with AI enablement tools/technologies, or willingness to develop expertise in this area.
• Experience with virtualization platforms and infrastructure design.
• Excellent client-facing communication skills, with the ability to manage expectations throughout a project.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects from planning to completion, including migrations and upgrades.
• Lead hands-on project delivery rather than delegating from afar.
• Manage weekly on-site client visits as primary technical contact.
• Perform on-site installations and configuration work for project delivery.
• Provide L3 escalation support for complex technical issues beyond L1/L2 scope.

Skills

5+ years experience

Firewall/configuration

VLANs/ACLs

AI enablement familiarity

Virtualization platforms

Client-facing communication

Project leadership

Tools

SonicWall

HP

Meraki

WatchGuard

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and service-oriented Senior Systems Engineer to join our team. This role is primarily focused on maintaining and supporting our clients' existing IT environments, with an emphasis on Azure server support, Intune tools and configurations, conditional access policies, and Group Policy administration. This is a remote/hybrid position that requires daily travel to client sites across Los Angeles County. Candidates must be comfortable working independently in the field while collaborating with a seasoned technical team.Job Title: Senior Systems EngineerLocation: Remote/Hybrid – Daily Travel to Client Sites in LA CountyCompensation: Starting at $45/hr ($95K salary), OT eligible, with strong potential for rapid growth and promotion.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership & OwnershipTake full ownership of assigned projects — including migrations, upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements — seeing each through from planning to successful completionLead projects hands-on rather than delegating from a distance; remain actively involved in the technical execution, not just oversightManage weekly onsite client visitations, serving as the primary technical point of contact during on-site engagementsCommunicate clearly with clients throughout project lifecycles to set, manage, and meet expectationsPerform onsite installations and hands-on configuration work as part of project deliveryTechnical Engineering & InfrastructureDesign, configure, and support virtualization environments as part of infrastructure projectsSupport and help guide AI enablement initiatives within client environmentsConfigure and manage networking infrastructure directly, including firewalls, switches, VLANs, and ACLsHands-on configuration experience required with firewall/networking platforms such as SonicWall, HP, Meraki, and WatchGuardServe as the L3 escalation point for complex technical issues beyond L1/L2 scopeWhat We're Looking For5+ 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 finishStrong 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 practicesExperience with virtualization platforms and infrastructure designFamiliarity with AI enablement tools/technologies, or willingness to develop expertise in this areaExcellent client-facing communication skills, with the ability to manage expectations throughout a projectComfortable working independently onsite and taking ownership of outcomes rather than just tasksRelevant certifications (e.g., Cisco, Meraki, SonicWall, Microsoft) a plusHere 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/qNu0tmWjgTADCG, 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.