Level 3 Systems Engineer

RED SHIFT RECRUITING LLC
East Greenbush, United States of America
25 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 120K

Job location

East Greenbush, United States of America

Tech stack

Systems Engineering
Azure
Backup Devices
Cloud Computing
Cloud Engineering
Computer Security
Disaster Recovery
Hyper-V
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Platform as a Service (PAAS)
Virtualization Technology
Cloud Platform System
Sonicwall
HybridCloud
Cisco Firewalls
Veeam
VMware

Job description

Our growing and highly respected technology services client is seeking a Level 3 Systems Engineer to serve in a critical technical leadership capacity. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced infrastructure professional who enjoys both hands-on engineering and team leadership responsibilities. This role combines advanced systems engineering, cloud architecture, project leadership, and operational strategy within a fast-paced, client-focused environment. The ideal candidate is someone who can confidently lead complex technical initiatives while mentoring engineers and communicating effectively with executive stakeholders., As a senior-level technical leader, you will play a central role in designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise infrastructure solutions across hybrid and cloud environments. You'll work closely with leadership teams, technical staff, and clients to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient technology solutions. This is a "player-coach" role that requires both strategic thinking and hands-on technical expertise., Cloud Infrastructure & Systems Engineering

  • Lead architecture, migration, and optimization projects involving Microsoft Azure and hybrid environments
  • Design and support secure, scalable cloud infrastructure solutions for a diverse client base
  • Implement and maintain virtualization technologies including VMware and Hyper-V
  • Oversee backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions

Technical Leadership & Team Development

  • Mentor and support a team of engineers and technical staff
  • Provide escalation support and technical guidance for complex issues
  • Collaborate with leadership on operational improvements, technical standards, and strategic planning
  • Help foster a positive, high-performing technical culture focused on service excellence

Project Management & Client Engagement

  • Lead major infrastructure and migration projects from planning through implementation
  • Participate in client meetings, discovery sessions, and strategic planning discussions
  • Translate technical concepts into practical business solutions for non-technical stakeholders
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client expectations

Security & Compliance

  • Support and maintain cybersecurity and compliance initiatives
  • Work with security frameworks and compliance standards such as NIST and CMMC
  • Assist clients with infrastructure security assessments and remediation strategies, * Occasional regional travel for client support, audits, or project deployments
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Requirements

  • Extensive hands-on experience with:

  • Microsoft Azure (IaaS & PaaS environments)

  • Hybrid cloud infrastructure

  • VMware and Hyper-V virtualization

  • Enterprise networking and firewall technologies

  • Backup and disaster recovery platforms

  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices and compliance frameworks

  • Experience leading technical projects and supporting enterprise environments

Preferred Experience

  • Familiarity with:

  • SonicWall or Cisco firewall platforms

  • Veeam backup solutions

  • MSP operational platforms and RMM tools

  • Healthcare or regulated industry compliance environments

  • Azure and security certifications are a plus, though practical experience is highly valued, You are a technically advanced professional who enjoys solving complex problems while helping teams and clients succeed. You can shift comfortably between engineering deep-dives and high-level strategic conversations. You are proactive, collaborative, and capable of balancing technical execution with leadership responsibilities. Key traits include:

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences

  • Leadership mindset with mentoring and coaching abilities

  • High level of accountability and initiative

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About the company

redShift Recruiting is the region's premier recruiting agency with over 100 years of combined experience in the recruiting field. We specialize in permanent, temporary, and temp-to-hire positions. Our superior service combined with our highly qualified and carefully selected bank of candidates sets us apart., © 2026 Careerjet All rights reserved

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