Senior Windows Systems Engineer Location: Onsite in FiDi, NYC (3 days per week)
Type: Contract-to-Hire

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Windows Systems Engineer to support and enhance a complex enterprise infrastructure across on-prem and cloud environments. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, automating, and supporting core Windows, virtualization, cloud, and messaging platforms. The ideal candidate is a highly experienced engineer capable of operating independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal ramp-up.

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Key Responsibilities Windows Infrastructure Management
• Administer and maintain Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, 2022+).
• Ensure stability, performance tuning, patching, and high availability.

Storage & Messaging Platforms
• Support enterprise storage platforms including Dell PowerScale and vSAN.
• Manage, troubleshoot, and optimize Exchange messaging infrastructure.

Cloud & Virtualization Technologies
• Support AWS and Azure cloud environments.
• Administer VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V.

Directory & Identity Services
• Manage Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), Group Policy (GPO), DNS, and DHCP.

Automation & Scripting
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate operational tasks and improve efficiency.

Projects & Architecture
• Lead system upgrades, migrations, integrations, and deployments.
• Design and implement new infrastructure components and enhancements.

Security, Compliance & DR
• Implement security controls and monitoring.
• Support compliance initiatives and disaster recovery planning/testing.

Escalation & Troubleshooting
• Serve as the senior escalation point for complex system issues (Tier 3/4).
• Perform root cause analysis and long-term remediation.

Documentation & Best Practices
• Maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and architecture diagrams.
• Adhere to operational standards, change control, and infrastructure best practices.

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Required Technical Expertise Core Systems:
• Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
• Active Directory & Entra ID
• DNS, DHCP, Group Policy

Cloud:
• AWS (primary)
• Azure (secondary/exposure)

Virtualization:
• VMware vSphere
• Microsoft Hyper-V

Storage:
• Dell PowerScale
• vSAN

Messaging:
• Exchange (on-prem or hybrid)

Automation:
• PowerShell scripting

Additional Skills:
• Strong foundational networking and security knowledge
• Experience working within structured enterprise environments with change control

 

**We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, ethnic origin, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.**

 

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