Systems Engineer

Patriot Talent Solutions; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Talent Solutions is seeking an IT Systems Engineer in Knoxville, TN to design, implement, and optimize enterprise infrastructure across cloud and on-premises environments. The role requires Azure, Microsoft 365, and directory services expertise, with a focus on reliability and security.

The position offers onsite and hybrid work options based on business needs, and requires 8+ years of infrastructure experience in Windows and Linux environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience supporting enterprise infrastructure environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support enterprise infrastructure across Microsoft Azure and hybrid environments.
• Manage and optimize VMs, storage, networking, databases, and cloud services.
• Administer Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Dynamics, and licensing.
• Support Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID environments, including DNS, DHCP, Group Policy.

Skills

Strong communication

Multitasking

Documentation

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft 365

Windows Server

Linux

Active Directory / Entra ID

Job description

Knoxville, TN | IT Systems Engineer | Full-Time

We are actively recruiting an IT Systems Engineer for our client in Knoxville, Tennessee. This is a full-time opportunity that will require onsite and/or hybrid collaboration based on business needs in Knoxville. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced infrastructure professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, supporting enterprise systems, and helping drive cloud and infrastructure modernization initiatives. Must have 8+ years of enterprise infrastructure experience, strong Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 administration expertise, and experience supporting Windows and Linux environments.

Due to client request, candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Position Overview

As an IT Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing enterprise infrastructure across cloud and on-premises environments. This role requires strong technical expertise in infrastructure administration, cloud services, identity management, security, monitoring, and disaster recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support enterprise infrastructure across Microsoft Azure and hybrid environments.
• Manage and optimize virtual machines, storage solutions, networking, databases, and cloud services.
• Administer Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Dynamics, and licensing.
• Support Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID environments, including DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and certificate services.
• Monitor system performance, utilization, capacity, and overall health.
• Maintain Windows and Linux server environments across physical and virtual platforms.
• Implement and support backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and provide advanced escalation support.
• Collaborate with networking, development, and security teams to deploy and maintain enterprise solutions.
• Apply operating system updates, patches, and security enhancements.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and infrastructure solutions to support business needs.
• Participate in an off-hours support rotation as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• 8+ years of experience supporting enterprise infrastructure environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Technical Experience

• Microsoft Azure Administration, Infrastructure Services, and Cloud Operations
• Experience with AWS and/or Google Cloud Platform environments
• Microsoft 365 Enterprise Services and Tenant Administration
• Identity and Access Management, including Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory
• Windows Server and Enterprise Linux Administration
• Hybrid Infrastructure Design, Deployment, and Operational Support
• Virtualization Platforms and Private Cloud Technologies
• Enterprise Networking Concepts, including DNS, DHCP, Routing, and Connectivity Services
• Infrastructure Security, Access Governance, and Compliance Controls
• Backup, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery Solutions
• Systems Monitoring, Performance Optimization, and Capacity Planning
• Enterprise Storage Technologies and Data Protection Strategies
• Infrastructure Automation, Scripting, and Configuration Management
• Certificate Services, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and Security Controls
• Cloud Migration and Infrastructure Modernization Initiatives
• Incident Response, Root Cause Analysis, and Problem Management

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Work with modern cloud and enterprise technologies.
• Influence infrastructure architecture and long-term technology strategy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional infrastructure, security, and development teams.
• Support business-critical systems and services.
• Expand technical expertise through complex projects and growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled