Windows System Engineer

Nelson Connects; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider is seeking a Windows Systems Engineer to design and maintain their enterprise Windows-based infrastructure. The role involves managing physical and virtual environments, ensuring system reliability, and providing advanced technical support. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in Windows systems engineering, with strong skills in virtualization and cloud technologies. Microsoft certifications in relevant areas are preferred. This position offers opportunities for leadership in infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in Windows systems engineering or administration.
• Advanced experience in virtualized environments.
• Expertise in Hyper-V, VMware, and PowerShell scripting.

Responsibilities

• Build, configure, and maintain Windows server environments.
• Implement and support virtualized systems using Hyper-V and VMware.
• Manage and optimize Microsoft Azure environments.
• Administer Azure Active Directory and enforce authentication policies.
• Develop PowerShell scripts to automate system tasks.
• Conduct proactive system monitoring and performance tuning.
• Manage daily system backups and data recovery processes.
• Lead infrastructure upgrade and migration projects.
• Develop documentation and deliver tier-3 support.

Skills

Windows Server 2012–2022 environments

Microsoft Azure Active Directory

Hyper-V

VMware

PowerShell scripting

IT infrastructure architecture

Security and compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Office 365

SCCM

Intune

Job description

Overview

Our client is on the hunt for a skilled Windows Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain Windows-based infrastructure that powers their enterprise systems. In this vital role, you’ll manage both physical and virtual environments, ensuring system reliability, security, and performance while providing advanced technical support across the organization.

We are not considering 3rd party resumes, C2C, or any non-US Visa status at this time.

Responsibilities

• System Design & Deployment: Build, configure, and maintain Windows server environments across physical and virtual infrastructures to meet enterprise requirements.
• Virtualization Management: Implement and support virtualized systems using Hyper-V and VMware to enhance scalability and performance.
• Cloud Engineering: Manage and optimize Microsoft Azure environments including virtual machines, networking, and storage services.
• Active Directory & Security: Administer Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), enforce authentication policies, and manage MFA, SSO, and security configurations.
• Automation & Efficiency: Develop PowerShell scripts to automate system tasks, deployments, and configuration management.
• Monitoring & Maintenance: Conduct proactive system monitoring, patching, and performance tuning to ensure optimal uptime and compliance.
• Backup & Recovery: Manage daily system backups and data recovery processes to safeguard critical information.
• Project Leadership: Lead infrastructure upgrade and migration projects, coordinating across teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Documentation & Support: Develop comprehensive documentation, deliver tier-3 support, and mentor team members through knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in Windows systems engineering or administration with advanced experience in virtualized environments.
• Technical Expertise:
• Strong proficiency in Windows Server 2012–2022 environments.
• 5+ years of experience managing Microsoft Azure Active Directory, Office 365, and SCCM/Intune.
• Expertise in Hyper-V, VMware, and PowerShell scripting.
• Applied experience in IT infrastructure architecture, security, and compliance.
• Certifications: Microsoft certifications in Azure, Office 365, or System Center preferred. Valid state-issued driver’s license and TWIC required.