We are hiring a Systems Engineer to play a pivotal role in modernizing and scaling our IT infrastructure. This position is primarily remote, but candidates must reside in the Phoenix metro area. The first 10-30 days will require on-site work, with periodic on-site presence (1-2 days per month or as needed for critical data center operations). The ideal candidate will have a deep technical background, with proven experience in taking on-premise environments and migrating them to Azure, as well as managing complex systems, server virtualization, and infrastructure in hybrid environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Azure Migration: Assist and execute the migration of on-premise environments to Microsoft Azure, ensuring seamless integration and minimal downtime.
- Hybrid Environment Management: Architect, implement, and maintain robust hybrid infrastructure, balancing on-prem and cloud-based systems.
- Infrastructure Optimization: Monitor and maintain all mission-critical infrastructure, systems, and applications with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Strategic IT Systems Development: Help define the IT Systems Services strategy, focusing on scalable, secure, and efficient solutions in Azure and on-prem environments.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Support, Security, and Engineering teams to design, implement, and support infrastructure solutions.
- Risk Mitigation: Evaluate and address technology, process, and resourcing risks, including backup, disaster recovery, and security protocols.
- Documentation and Process Improvement: Develop and maintain detailed documentation and processes for all IT systems and services.
- Vendor Management: Assess vendors and lead strategies for the procurement, rollout, and maintenance of new technologies.
- Technical Leadership: Act as a technical subject matter expert for Azure, Windows Server environments, VMware, and endpoint management tools like Intune.
- Troubleshooting and Triage: Assist with day-to-day operations, prioritizing and resolving escalated issues promptly.
Job Qualifications
- Experience:
- Minimum of 5+ years of progressive IT experience, including 2+ years in Azure cloud environments.
- Proven hands-on experience migrating on-premise environments to Azure, including Exchange to Office 365 and hybrid cloud solutions.
- Expertise in VMware ESX/ESXi, Windows Server administration, and Office 365 Administration.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Intune, PowerShell scripting, and endpoint management tools.
- Technical Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of Windows AD/Entra ID, server virtualization, and disaster recovery solutions.
- Experience with server room operations, including firewalls, switches, cabling, UPS, monitoring, and server racking.
- Familiarity with storage solutions (Dell/HP SAN) and Linux/Windows hybrid systems.
- Preferred:
- Certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Strong customer service mindset with the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
- Additional Requirements:
- Availability for occasional out-of-state travel, night/weekend work, and on-call support.
- Must be highly adaptable and thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
