Windows Linux Systems Operations Engineer

Request Technology, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Request Technology, LLC is seeking a Windows and Linux Systems Engineer in Chicago to manage day-to-day server operations, improve security posture, and optimize cloud infrastructure. You will work across Windows and Linux environments, leveraging Azure, PowerShell, and automation tools to drive enterprise-scale projects.

The role requires strong virtualization experience with VMware vSphere, Nutanix Acropolis, and Hyper‑V, plus Active Directory and cloud services.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: 5–7 years IT infrastructure experience, 3+ years in large Windows and virtualization environments.
• Virtualization Expertise: Hands-on with VMware vSphere/ESXi, Nutanix Acropolis, and Hyper-V.
• System Administration: Windows Server 2016–2025; Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu).
• Cloud Knowledge: Azure (IaaS, Entra AD Connect, RBAC, ASR, Backup).
• Directory & Identity: Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, Certificate Services.
• Monitoring & Configuration: SCOM, Zabbix, SCCM, Ansible Tower.
• Security & Scripting: Patch management, vulnerability remediation, PowerShell scripting.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced administration and Level 2 support for global Windows and Linux environments; manage hypervisors including VMware vSphere, Nutanix Acropolis, and Hyper-V.
• Administrate and maintain Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, and Certificate Services for secure access and identity management.
• Use monitoring and automation tools like SCOM, Zabbix, SCCM, and Ansible Tower to monitor performance, resolve alerts, and automate deployments.
• Operate and optimize Microsoft Azure environments including VMs, Entra AD Connect, RBAC, DNS, Azure Backup, and Site Recovery; support Landing Zone design.
• Remediate vulnerabilities, apply patches, and ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to provisioning, migrations, upgrades, and disaster recovery planning; collaborate with teams to deliver stable solutions.
• Maintain accurate operational procedures, system documentation, and reports.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux admin

Azure

PowerShell

VMware vSphere

Nutanix Acropolis

Hyper-V

Active Directory

SCOM

Zabbix

Ansible Tower

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

VMware vSphere/ESXi

Nutanix Acropolis

Hyper-V

Active Directory

DNS

DHCP

GPOs

Certificate Services

SCCM

Ansible Tower

Job description

***We are unable to sponsor for this permanent full-time role***

***Position is Bonus eligible***

Prestigious Global Firm is currently seeking a Windows and Linux Systems Engineer with strong Azure and PowerShell scripting experience. Candidate will focus on day‑to‑day server operations, proactive security remediation, cloud infrastructure optimization, and driving successful delivery of enterprise‑scale projects. With your expertise in virtualization, system administration, and cloud services, you ll help ensure system availability, strengthen security posture, and scale infrastructure to meet evolving business needs. Participation in an on‑call rotation and response to after‑hours emergencies as required

Responsibilities:

Server Operations & Support Provide advanced administration and Level 2 support for global Windows and Linux environments; manage hypervisors including VMware vSphere, Nutanix Acropolis, and Hyper‑V.

Identity & Directory Services Administer and maintain Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, and Certificate Services to ensure secure, reliable access and identity management.

Monitoring & Automation Use tools such as SCOM, Zabbix, SCCM, and Ansible Tower to monitor performance, resolve alerts, and automate configuration and deployment.

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, operate, and optimize Microsoft Azure environments including Virtual Machines, Entra AD Connect, RBAC roles, DNS, Azure Backup, and Site Recovery; support Landing Zone design and scalability.

Security & Compliance Remediate vulnerabilities, apply patches, and implement configuration updates; work closely with security teams to ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.

Project Delivery Contribute to provisioning, migrations, upgrades, and disaster recovery planning; collaborate with internal teams and vendors to deliver solutions that balance efficiency and stability.

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing Maintain accurate operational procedures, system documentation, and reports to support continuity and stakeholder transparency.

Qualifications:

Education Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience.

Experience 5 7 years of progressive IT infrastructure experience, with at least 3+ years supporting large‑scale Windows and virtualization environments.

Virtualization Expertise Hands‑on experience with VMware vSphere/ESXi, Nutanix Acropolis, and Hyper‑V.

System Administration Skills Proficiency with Windows Server (2016 2025) and Linux distributions such as RHEL and Ubuntu.

Cloud Knowledge Strong background in Microsoft Azure (IaaS, Entra AD Connect, RBAC, ASR, Backup); Oracle Cloud Infrastructure familiarity a plus.

Directory & Identity Management Skilled in Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, and Certificate Services.

Monitoring & Configuration Tools Experience with SCOM, Zabbix, SCCM, and Ansible Tower.

Security & Scripting Strong understanding of vulnerability remediation, patch management, and compliance best practices; advanced proficiency in PowerShell scripting.