Systems Engineer

Sigma Information Group, Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Long‑term disability

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Simple IRA for eligible employees

Stocked snack bar

Company-sponsored outings

Fitness center onsite

Job summary

Sigma Information Group, Inc. is hiring a Systems Engineer in Austin, Texas. The role involves deploying solutions with technologies like Azure, AWS, and VMware, and managing both on-premise and cloud environments. Candidates should have a strong background in server management, automation skills, and effective client communication.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, and a fitness center onsite. The position supports remote work days but requires residence in Austin or nearby areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years as a system administrator/engineer, cloud administrator/engineer or equivalent role.
• Strong knowledge in Microsoft Windows server environments, including configuration and administration of Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Strong knowledge in Azure and AWS cloud infrastructure, including configuration and administration.
• Strong knowledge in Microsoft 365 technologies (Exchange Online, Conditional Access, Intune, Teams, SharePoint, etc.).
• Moderate knowledge in Linux, including configuration and administration.
• Strong knowledge in scripting and automation, including PowerShell and Python.
• Moderate knowledge of server and storage hardware.
• Basic networking knowledge – DNS, DHCP, VLANs.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to interface professionally with clients.
• Ability to see problems through to resolution and communicate progress and results to clients and management.
• Physically capable of picking up and moving computer hardware up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Deploy complex solutions involving a variety of technologies, including VMware, Windows Server, Linux, Azure, AWS, and Microsoft 365 technologies.
• Own the technical implementation of complex solutions across on‑premise and cloud environments.
• Manage, maintain, and upgrade existing on‑premise and cloud environments.
• Automate existing manual procedures to increase efficiency.
• Regularly communicate project status to client contacts and managers.
• Work with internal resources to understand client business processes and goals.

Job description

Systems Engineer

The Systems Engineer works on on-premise server and cloud related projects, both for new and existing infrastructures. Working closely with the managing consultant, project plans are designed and implemented with a high degree of quality and with excellent communication to all stakeholders. From installing new hosts and storage, implementing Intune across various platforms, all the way to migrating on-premise infrastructure to Azure/AWS, the Systems Engineer provides a vital function in support of the excellent service provided to our clients.

About Sigma

Sigma Information Group, Inc. has been providing the highest level of technology services to clients in Austin and throughout the US since 2000. We provide a variety of technical solutions for small and medium‑sized businesses, including managed IT services, project management, managed cloud services, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and managed security services. If it has an on/off switch, we manage it for our clients. The Sigma team consists of intelligent and motivated individuals from a variety of backgrounds who each contribute equally to the success of the company. Employees are excellent problem solvers with a unique ability to explain technical details to non‑technical clients. Our clients expect a high level of service and professionalism, and our employees ensure that they receive it while managing realistic expectations.

Responsibilities

• Deploy complex solutions involving a variety of technologies, including VMware, Windows Server, Linux, Azure, AWS, and Microsoft 365 technologies (Entra, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Intune, etc).
• Own the technical implementation of complex solutions across on‑premise and cloud environments, from initial design through production deployment.
• Manage, maintain, and upgrade existing on‑premise and cloud environments.
• Automate existing manual procedures to increase efficiency.
• Regularly communicate project status to client contacts and managers.
• Work with internal resources to understand client business processes and goals and recommend technology solutions to improve those processes or achieve those goals.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years as a system administrator/engineer, cloud administrator/engineer or equivalent role.
• Strong knowledge in Microsoft Windows server environments, including configuration and administration of Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Strong knowledge in Azure and AWS cloud infrastructure, including configuration and administration.
• Strong knowledge in Microsoft 365 technologies (Exchange Online, Conditional Access, Intune, Teams, SharePoint, etc.).
• Moderate knowledge in Linux, including configuration and administration.
• Strong knowledge in scripting and automation, including PowerShell and Python.
• Moderate knowledge of server and storage hardware.
• Basic networking knowledge – DNS, DHCP, VLANs.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to interface professionally with clients.
• Ability to see problems through to resolution and communicate progress and results to clients and management.
• Physically capable of picking up and moving computer hardware up to 50 lbs.
• Hybrid role with remote work days. Candidates must reside in Austin, TX or the surrounding area, as regular travel to local client sites is expected.

Preferred Skills/Certifications

• VMware (VMware VCP certification)
• Windows Server (Active Directory and Group Policy)
• Linux (RHCSA certification)
• SQL Server
• Microsoft Azure (Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate)
• Amazon Web Services (AWS Solutions Architect)
• Microsoft 365 Technologies
  • SharePoint
  • Intune
  • Exchange Online
  • Teams
  • MFA/Conditional Access

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Simple IRA for eligible employees
• Stocked snack bar
• Company-sponsored outings
• Fitness center onsite