Systems Engineer
Role details
Job location
Tech stack
Job description
This is a full-time hybrid position in the metro area of Richmond, VA. Working hours are Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM with occasional evenings and weekends.
This role will:
-
Provide primarily on-site and remote support to our clients.
-
Proactively anticipate, pre-empt, diagnose, and solve hardware, network, and software problems.
-
Perform regular system updates and patch management to safeguard against vulnerabilities.
-
Develop and maintain knowledge of customer's specific business environment.
-
Maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.
Requirements
This is a full-time position- Hybrid. Working hours are Monday-Friday with occasional evenings and weekends. Must have a valid drivers license., + Strong knowledge of TCP/IP and networking fundamentals
-
Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows and macOS) and server management.
-
Broad knowledge of hypervisor technologies (VMWare/Hyper-V)
-
Broad knowledge of firewalls, switching and routing
-
Broad knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, DNS and DHCP
-
Broad knowledge of MS Office 365 administration
-
Broad knowledge of workstation, server and cloud backup solutions
-
Experience with network security, anti-virus, and EDR/MDR solutions
QUALIFICATIONS:
-
Dedication to customer satisfaction and getting it right the first time.
-
Demonstrate ability to explain complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
-
Strong trouble-shooting skills across a broad and diverse population and environment.
-
Demonstrate ability to proactively look for process improvement opportunities, challenge conventional practices, and adopt new methods and best practices. Also focused on continuous self-improvement.
-
Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels of the organization, clearly and concisely present issues, alternatives, and recommendation(s).
-
Strong technical documentation skills, ability to clearly record key information within ticketing and knowledge base systems.
-
Appreciation of internal customer business, goals and objectives, strategies, and needs.
-
Demonstrate ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, aggressive targets and deadlines.
-
Demonstrate understanding of priorities and effective work procedures, self-manage work time and prioritize multiple tasks and problems.
-
Passion for great customer service.
-
Long-standing curiosity and love of technology.
-
Proven ability to work with little or no supervision.
-
High-quality, detail-oriented approach to work.
-
Well-developed organizational skills.
-
Reliable and punctual.
-
Ability to quickly learn new technologies.
-
Interest in building a long-term career position.
EDUACATION + CERTIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will hold:
-
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or commensurate work experience
-
MD-102, AZ-104, FortiNet FCP or similar certifications
-
5+ years IT experience (MSP experience preferred)
Benefits & conditions
Competitive salary depending on skills and experience.
-
Vacation and PTO.
-
Employer-paid Health and Dental Insurance for CA employees.
-
Great opportunities for career advancement
-
401k with employer matching
-
Paid time off to train for continuing education