Network Systems Engineer / Windows / Point of Sale

Motion Recruitment Partners LLC.
Chicago, United States of America
1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Chicago, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Active Directory
Azure
Backup Devices
VoIP
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Windows Server
Retail Software
SharePoint
User Provisioning Software
Wi-Fi Technology

Job description

A well-established, multi-site organization in the food and hospitality space is expanding its internal IT team to support a major technology transformation. This full-time Systems Administrator / Network Engineer role focuses on enterprise infrastructure, cloud productivity tools, and large-scale network modernization across corporate and field locations. The environment is primarily Windows-based with a strong emphasis on Cisco Meraki networking and Microsoft 365 technologies.

The engineer hired into this role will play a meaningful part in a multi-phase network overhaul while still owning core systems that keep the business running every day. The team is small, collaborative, and trusted by leadership, offering visibility, autonomy, and long-term growth for someone who enjoys being both hands-on and strategic., Tech Breakdown

  • 40% Cisco Meraki Networking & WiFi
  • 30% Microsoft 365 / Active Directory / Azure
  • 20% Windows Server & End-User Systems
  • 10% POS, VoIP, and peripheral systems

Daily Responsibilities

  • 70% Hands-On Technical Work
  • 10% Vendor & Project Coordination
  • 20% Team Collaboration & Internal Support

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in systems administration or network engineering
  • Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki (switches, APs, templates, cameras)
  • Microsoft 365 administration (Entra ID, Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive)
  • Active Directory administration, group policy, and user provisioning
  • Windows Server environments and desktop support
  • VPN access, backups, patching, and general infrastructure support
  • Experience supporting distributed or multi-location environments

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Experience supporting restaurant or retail technology environments
  • POS system support (Toast or similar)
  • VoIP or Zoom Phone systems
  • Vendor management and project-based IT work
  • Comfort supporting users both remotely and on-site

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