Systems Engineer

Element Care PACE; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Care is seeking a Systems Engineer to manage and support a mid‑large Windows Server environment in a hybrid work setting. The role focuses on stability, security, and scalable infrastructure across on‑premise and cloud platforms.

You will monitor systems with LogicMonitor, apply security best practices, and lead or assist with server migrations and modernization projects, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to maintain uninterrupted operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 7+ years managing mid-large Windows Server environments.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy, PowerShell scripting, SQL, and VMware virtualization.
• Knowledge of Windows security hardening, patching, and upgrades.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Covid vaccinated preferred.

Responsibilities

• Configure, administer, and support enterprise Windows Server environments across on‑premise, physical, virtual, VMware, Citrix, and Nutanix platforms, ensuring stability, performance, and security.
• Monitor the health and performance of the systems using monitoring tools (LogicMonitor).
• Respond to urgent and escalated support cases, including after‑hours and weekend incidents—to maintain uninterrupted operations in mission‑critical environments.
• Participate in infrastructure planning, lifecycle management, and modernization initiatives to enhance system reliability and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support production systems, resolve complex issues.
• Implement security best practices, including antivirus solutions, encryption, and secure authentication mechanisms.
• Assist with or lead technical projects, such as server migrations, new software implementations, or cloud integration.
• Optimizes system performance through regular maintenance, updates, and improvements.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Windows Server

Azure

Active Directory

PowerShell

VMware

Security hardening

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

LogicMonitor

VMware

Citrix

Nutanix

Job description

The Systems Engineer is responsible for managing and supporting a mid-large-scale Windows infrastructure. This is a hybrid role.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Configures, administers and supports enterprise‑scale Windows Server environments across on‑premise, physical, virtual, VMware, Citrix, and Nutanix platforms, ensuring stability, performance, and security.
• Monitors the health and performance of the systems using monitoring tools (LogicMonitor).
• Responds to urgent and escalated support cases, including after‑hours and weekend incidents—to maintain uninterrupted operations in mission‑critical environments.
• Participates in infrastructure planning, lifecycle management, and modernization initiatives to enhance system reliability and scalability.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to support production systems, resolve complex issues.
• Implements security best practices, including antivirus solutions, encryption, and secure authentication mechanisms.
• Assists with or lead technical projects, such as server migrations, new software implementations, or cloud integration.
• Optimizes system performance through regular maintenance, updates, and improvements.
• Performs other duties as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience managing mid-large Windows Server environments.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy, PowerShell scripting, SQL, and VMware virtualization.
• Knowledge of Windows security hardening, patching, and upgrades.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Seeking a self‑motivated individual passionate about emerging technologies and continuous self‑learning.
• Covid vaccinated preferred.

Salary range:

120k to 135k

EEO Statement

Element Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Element Care is committed to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.