SQL Systems Engineer Expert

VT Group (VTG); Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

VT Group (VTG) seeks an experienced SQL Systems Engineer to manage a large Windows/SQL infrastructure supporting 1000+ users. You will administer AD, deploy servers, and automate with PowerShell, VB, and C#, driving modernization toward cloud-ready architectures.

Responsibilities include Tier 2–4 troubleshooting, SQL Server administration, imaging, updates, and documentation, with a Top Secret Clearance and a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred). This is an on-site role in Herndon, VA.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 11 years of experience in systems engineering or enterprise Windows/SQL environments
• Top Secret Clearance with Polygraph required
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Strong experience with Windows Server OS versions 2008 R2 to 2019
• Expert knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP administration
• Strong experience with SQL Server environments and SCCM
• Proficiency in PowerShell, VB, and C# scripting
• Excellent documentation and stakeholder communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams

Responsibilities

• Manage user accounts, group policies, and Active Directory services across enterprise domains
• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server and enterprise applications across multiple environments
• Provide Tier 2–4 troubleshooting for system, server, and network issues
• Perform SQL Server administration and support within enterprise environments
• Develop and maintain system images, build, manage, and deployment processes
• Configure and deploy software updates and patches to enterprise user groups
• Troubleshoot and resolve server, network, and system performance issues
• Develop and maintain PowerShell, VB, and C# scripts for automation
• Research, design, and support engineering solutions for updates and hotfix distribution
• Monitor enterprise infrastructure and implement changes with minimal end-user impact
• Create and maintain technical documentation, system diagrams, and enterprise standards
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify issues, evaluate solutions, and implement improvements

Skills

Active Directory

SQL Server Admin

PowerShell

C# scripting

VB scripting

Group Policy

Windows Server Admin

SCCM

Cloud integration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SCCM 1906+

Azure Pack

Job description

Overview We are seeking an experienced SQL Systems Engineer to support a mission-focused enterprise environment, responsible for managing large-scale, multi-domain Windows and SQL-based infrastructure supporting 1000+ users per network. The ideal candidate will provide systems administration, automation, and engineering support across physical and virtual environments, ensuring stability, scalability, and modernization toward cloud-compatible architectures.

Overview We are seeking an experienced SQL Systems Engineer to support a mission-focused enterprise environment, responsible for managing large-scale, multi-domain Windows and SQL-based infrastructure supporting 1000+ users per network. The ideal candidate will provide systems administration, automation, and engineering support across physical and virtual environments, ensuring stability, scalability, and modernization toward cloud-compatible architectures.

What will you do?

• Manage user accounts, group policies, and Active Directory services across enterprise domains
• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server and enterprise applications across multiple environments
• Support Tier 2, Tier 3, and Tier 4 troubleshooting for system, server, and network issues
• Perform SQL Server administration and support within enterprise environments
• Develop and maintain system images, including build, manage, and deployment processes
• Configure and deploy software updates and patches to enterprise user groups
• Troubleshoot and resolve server, network, and system performance issues
• Develop and maintain PowerShell, VB, and C# scripts to support automation and system administration
• Research, design, and support engineering solutions for update and hotfix distribution across domains
• Monitor enterprise infrastructure and implement changes with minimal impact to end users
• Create and maintain technical documentation, system diagrams, and enterprise standards
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify issues, evaluate solutions, and implement system improvements

Do you have what it takes?

• Must have a Top Secret Clearance with Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 11 years of experience in systems engineering or enterprise Windows/SQL environments
• Strong experience with Windows Server OS (2008 R2, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019)
• Expert knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP administration
• Strong experience with Microsoft SCCM (1906+) and SQL Server environments
• Solid understanding of cloud technologies and enterprise system integration
• Experience with system imaging, deployment, and software update management
• Proficiency in scripting languages including PowerShell, VB, and C#
• Ability to work independently and in team environments with minimal supervision
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks, troubleshoot complex issues, and adapt to new technologies
• Experience writing enterprise-level technical documentation and system diagrams
• Strong customer service and stakeholder communication skills
• MCSE/MCITP certification preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Azure Pack
• Advanced PowerShell scripting experience
• Understanding of enterprise networking best practices
• Experience modernizing legacy systems toward cloud-ready architectures