Are you a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer Consultant looking for a dynamic opportunity in the heart of New York City? We are seeking a motivated and experienced professional to join our team on a 12-plus-month contract, working on-site five days per week. This is a chance to apply your extensive IT expertise in a fast-paced environment where you'll work closely with top clients in the utilities sector.
As a Sr. Systems Engineer, you will be critical in managing and optimizing systems, ensuring smooth operations, and providing top-tier customer support. If you have a passion for technology, a strong commitment to service, and the ability to thrive in a challenging, hands-on role, we'd love to hear from you!
Position DetailsDuration: 12+ Months
Location: New York City (On-site, 5 days per week)
Interview Process: 1st round – Video, 2nd round – On-Site
Note: Local candidates only, utilities experience preferred
Background Check: Selected candidates must pass the NERC CIP Personnel Risk Assessment References: Two references from your most recent roles will be required
MUST HAVE DRIVER'S LICENSE!!! Key Responsibilities: Windows Server/Desktop operating systems, user administration, file system, and software managementServer storage management and RAID configurationActive Directory management, including backup, recovery, and GPO setupUnderstanding of networking concepts such as DHCP, DNS, Routing, and Firewall configurationSecurity principles, including ACL, encryption, and fundamental networking securityScripting skills in PowerShell, bash, ksh, or perl to automate routine tasksSystem health monitoring and performance optimizationDisaster recovery planning and backup/restore for systems, applications, and dataManaging patch and firmware installationEnd-user support with a strong customer service mindsetThe successful candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple assignments while meeting deadlines. We value integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to make informed business decisions.
This is an hourly position with opportunity for overtime. **All Candidates Must be Authorized to Legally Work in the US Without Sponsorship** Mandatory Qualifications: (Please read carefully. They MUST be shown on your resume) Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related fieldMinimum of 8 years of IT support experienceStrong technical knowledge across computing platforms, including servers, networks, and storageProficiency in scripting and automationAbility to lift and transport server equipmentFlexibility to work off-hours and respond to emergenciesAbility to travel to various company locations as requiredTechnical SkillsMust-Have:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field3-5 years' experience in an enterprise IT environmentExpertise in Active Directory and infrastructure monitoringKnowledge of VMware vSphere and Nutanix environmentsHyper-V and operating systems managementWorkstation and server troubleshooting skillsNice-to-Have:
Experience in 2nd and 3rd-level technical supportFamiliarity with SQL queries and script writingKnowledge of cybersecurity threats and SplunkExperience with Failover Manager administration and clustering VMwareNutanix management expertiseWhy Join Us?At our company, we value innovation, expertise, and teamwork. We offer an exciting contract opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and provide solutions for the utilities industry. This role is perfect for a candidate who thrives in a hands-on, high-impact environment.
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