Windows Systems Engineer

Insight Global; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Level 2 Windows System Engineer to support and maintain client Windows server environments, focusing on advanced troubleshooting, patch management, vulnerability remediation, and overall system stability.

This is a hands-on, client-facing position responsible for resolving escalated issues and maintaining secure, high-performing infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in infrastructure engineering, systems administration, or technical consulting.
• Hands-on experience supporting: Windows Server OS, Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy.
• Patch management tools (WSUS, SCCM, Intune, or similar).
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis across identity, virtualization, and storage layers.
• Ability to communicate technical issues clearly to clients.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field OR AA/AS with equivalent experience.
• Experience with VMware or Hyper-V.
• Exposure to Azure or hybrid cloud environments.
• Familiarity with security and monitoring tools (Defender, Tenable).
• Microsoft certifications (MCSA, AZ-104, Security+).
• Experience supporting multi-site or hybrid environments.
• Prior consulting or professional services experience.

Responsibilities

• Resolve escalated issues and maintain secure, high-performing Windows server environments.
• Perform patch management and vulnerability remediation.
• Communicate technical issues and solutions clearly to clients.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Client communication

Active Directory

Virtualization

Security awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

AA/AS with equivalent practical experience

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Azure

Defender

Tenable

WSUS

SCCM

Intune

MCSA

AZ-104

Security+

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Level 2 (L2) Windows System Engineer to support and maintain client Windows server environments. This role focuses on advanced troubleshooting, patch management, vulnerability remediation, and ensuring overall system stability.

This is a hands‑on, client‑facing position responsible for resolving escalated issues and maintaining secure, high‑performing infrastructure.

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Skills and Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering, systems administration, or technical consulting.
• Hands‑on experience supporting:
  • Windows Server OS
  • Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy
  • Patch management tools (WSUS, SCCM, Intune, or similar)
• Strong troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis skills across identity, virtualization, and storage layers.
• Ability to communicate technical issues and solutions clearly to clients.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field OR an Associate’s degree (AA/AS) with equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with VMware or Hyper‑V
• Exposure to Azure or hybrid cloud environments
• Familiarity with security and monitoring tools (e.g., Defender, Tenable)
• Microsoft certifications (MCSA, AZ-104, Security+)
• Experience supporting multi‑site or hybrid environments.
• Prior consulting or professional services experience.