Systems Engineer - MA

The CCS Companies; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The CCS Companies in Norwood, Massachusetts, is seeking a Systems Engineer responsible for managing inventory and patch management systems for our corporate back-office. The role includes applying updates, system monitoring, and ensuring compliance with security policies.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of experience in Systems Engineering with a Bachelor's degree. The position requires proficiency in VMware, Office 365 services, and cloud environments. A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills will thrive in this full-time position.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of hands-on experience as a Systems Engineer.
• Experience with VMware ESX (v7.x or higher) and vSphere.
• Proven management of cloud environments on Microsoft Azure and AWS.

Responsibilities

• Regularly monitors system performance and applies updates.
• Diagnoses and resolves hardware, software, and network issues.
• Works with IT teams and stakeholders to implement solutions.

Skills

Windows Active Directory Administration

VMware ESX and vSphere

Cloud Environments on Microsoft Azure and AWS

Office 365 Management

Azure Entra Security Configurations

Blade Server Systems Management

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Microsoft Certification

VCP Certification

Job description

Job Location: Norwood Office - Norwood, MA 02062
Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $100,000.00
Job Shift: Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY

The Systems Engineer is a dedicated security position responsible for managing inventory and patch management systems for our corporate back‑office. This includes applying service packs, hotfixes, security patches, drivers, firmware, and OS updates per industry best practices, as well as conducting system monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and remediation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Regularly monitors system performance, applies patches and updates, and conducts routine maintenance to ensure reliability and security.
• Creates and updates detailed documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Diagnoses and resolves hardware, software, and network issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Works closely with IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders to plan, implement, and improve infrastructure solutions.
• Analyzes system performance data to optimize resources and plan for future growth.
• Develops and maintains effective backup and disaster recovery strategies to protect critical data and services.
• Implements and enforces security policies, performs vulnerability assessments, and ensures systems adhere to compliance standards.
• Configures, manages, and optimizes Office 365 services, including Exchange Online and Teams.
• Integrates on‑premises systems with cloud environments using tools like Azure Active Directory or AWS Directory Service.
• Participates in an on‑call rotation.
• Other duties may be assigned as required by business need.
• Maintains consistent and regular attendance in accordance with an established schedule.
• Works onsite/in‑office in accordance with CCS and department policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7–10 years of hands‑on experience as a Systems Engineer in a Windows Active Directory environment, including administering Windows Server and applying service packs, hotfixes, security patches, drivers, firmware, and OS updates.
• Proficient with VMware ESX (v7.x or higher) and vSphere, including centralized administration via Virtual Center; VCP certification is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience designing, deploying, and managing cloud environments on Microsoft Azure and AWS, with a solid understanding of virtual networking, compute, storage, and security services.
• Proven track record managing Office 365 services, such as Exchange Online, Teams, and integrating them with on‑premises systems; Microsoft certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with Azure Entra, including configuring multi‑factor authentication, conditional access, and role‑based access control.
• Experience with blade server systems (preferably HP) and SAN technologies (preferably HP Nimble).
• Self‑motivated, committed to continuous learning, receptive to feedback, and adaptable to change.
• Excellent written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills, with a strong ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Able to work outside normal business hours as needed for off‑hours maintenance.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Microsoft Certification a plus.
• VCP Certification a plus.