Systems Engineer

Prestige Staffing; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) after 90 days

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Job summary

Prestige Staffing is seeking a Systems Engineer for itsInfrastructure team in Columbia, SC. This hands-on role covers networking, servers, and hardware deployments with a 30% travel expectation nationwide.

You’ll troubleshoot across networks and systems, install and upgrade infrastructure, and collaborate with cloud and IT teams on enterprise projects. 3–5 years of IT infrastructure experience is desired.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in IT infrastructure or related technical role.
• Hands-on with Cisco networking and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of Windows and basic networking.
• Experience installing and supporting infrastructure hardware.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving network connectivity, servers, workstations, and business applications.
• Install, configure, and deploy new hardware, systems, and infrastructure.
• Assist with upgrades, maintenance, and security patches.
• Work within a Cisco networking environment, with VMware and backup tech exposure.
• Collaborate with Cloud Operations on Azure and AWS initiatives.
• Support office projects including low-voltage cabling and AV equipment.
• Respond to and resolve technical support tickets while maintaining service levels.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and configurations.
• Participate in on-call rotation roughly once per quarter.

Skills

Cisco networking

Windows OS

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Collaboration with infra & cloud teams

Education

Associate's degree in IT/CS

Tools

Rubrik

Commvault

VMware

Azure

AWS

Job description

Location: Columbia, SC 29201

Work Arrangement: Onsite, Monday–Friday

Compensation: $69,000–$84,000 annually, depending on experience

Travel: Approximately 30% (nationwide, as project needs require)

About The Opportunity

We are partnering with a well-established, nationally recognized professional services organization to identify a Systems Engineer for its growing Infrastructure team. This position offers the opportunity to work across enterprise infrastructure, networking, hardware deployments, and cloud initiatives while collaborating with experienced engineers across multiple IT teams.

This is a hands‑on infrastructure role ideal for someone with 3–5 years of experience who enjoys troubleshooting technical issues but also wants to take ownership of installations, deployments, infrastructure upgrades, and larger technology projects.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues involving network connectivity, servers, workstations, and business applications.
• Support the installation, configuration, and deployment of new hardware, systems, and infrastructure.
• Assist with infrastructure upgrades, system maintenance, and security patching.
• Work primarily within a Cisco networking environment, with opportunities to expand into VMware and enterprise backup technologies.
• Collaborate with Cloud Operations teams on initiatives involving Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Support technology components of office construction and expansion projects, including low‑voltage cabling, access control systems, and audio/visual equipment.
• Respond to and resolve technical support tickets while maintaining established service levels.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, system configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Participate in a shared on‑call rotation, approximately once per quarter.

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5 years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems engineering, network support, or a related technical role.
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco networking technologies and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of Windows operating systems and basic networking concepts.
• Experience with hardware installation, configuration, deployment, and infrastructure support.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities across network, workstation, server, and application environments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with infrastructure and cloud engineering teams.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to travel approximately 30% and lift/move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• CompTIA A+ and/or Cisco CCNA certification.
• Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Exposure to Microsoft Azure and/or AWS.
• Familiarity with VMware virtualization.
• Experience with enterprise backup solutions such as Rubrik or Commvault.
• Experience supporting infrastructure projects, office buildouts, or technology deployments.
• Background supporting a corporate, professional services, or enterprise IT environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective on your first day.
• Accrued paid time off beginning after 90 days.
• 401(k) eligibility after 90 days.
• Profit‑sharing opportunity.
• Opportunity to expand your technical skill set across networking, infrastructure, and cloud technologies.
• Collaborative engineering environment with opportunities for continued professional development.