IT Systems Engineer

David Weekley Homes
Houston, TX, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
7 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Active Directory Domain Controllers Software System Penetration Testing User Authentication Microsoft Azure Backup Devices System Configuration Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Network Address Translation Disaster Recovery Domain Name System (DNS) Firmware
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Hyper-V Identity and Access Management Internet Information Services (IIS) Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Network Security Microsoft Software Windows Servers Virtual Desktops Network Diagrams Wireless Security Platform as a Service (PAAS) Performance Tuning Zero Trust Network Access Server Virtualization TCP/IP Virtual Local Area Networks Virtual Machines Software Vulnerability Management Wide Area Networks Wireless Access Point Wi-Fi Technology Cloud Platform System Software Troubleshooting Firewalls (Computer Science) Amazon Relational Database Service Information Technology Veeam

Job description

Are you an IT engineer driven to solve real business problems not just implement technology? Do you challenge the status quo and constantly look for better ways to do things? Are you forward-thinking, always anticipating the next wave of technology and how it can be leveraged?, Network & Security:

  • Install, configure, and maintain enterprise firewalls (Cisco Meraki), including policy management, firmware upgrades, patches, and day-to-day operations

  • Monitor and troubleshoot network performance (availability, utilization, latency) and proactively identify weaknesses or bottlenecks

  • Deploy and manage enterprise Wi-Fi solutions, including access point configuration, authentication, and wireless security

  • Review vulnerability scans and penetration test results, perform remediation, and track risk mitigation efforts

  • Configure, manage, and support LAN/WAN environments, including VLANs, , DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, NAT, S2S VPN, + Configure, manage, and verify enterprise backup solutions for 100+ servers

  • Monitor backup jobs, configure alerts, and perform system restores and disaster recovery testing

  • Maintain backup platforms such as Veeam, Exagrid, Azure native backups, etc.

Monitoring, Performance & Operations:

  • Maintain documentation, network diagrams, system configurations, and standard operating procedures

  • Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and post-incident reviews

  • Participate in an after-hour on-call rotation to support incident response, critical infrastructure issues, and critical end-user issues

  • Monitor and test application and infrastructure performance, identify bottlenecks, and collaborate with developers and stakeholders on remediation

  • Configure monitoring, alerting, and logging systems to ensure proactive issue detection

Requirements

  • Configure and manage native Azure cloud services PaaS

  • Familiarity with configuration and management of IAC

  • Strong understanding of Azure architecture and native services

  • Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server infrastructure, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IIS, RDS, and Hyper-V

  • Manage Active Directory physical and logical architecture, including domain controllers, trusts, replication, and Group Policy design for enterprise security and optimization

  • Configure and manage hybrid and cloud environments, including Azure Virtual Desktop, Azure Virtual Machines, and Virtual Networks

  • Support and administer Hyper-V virtual server environments, including server builds, storage configuration, resource management, and performance optimization, Professional Skills:

  • 7+ Years experience in Microsoft technology stack, Networking, and Security

  • Forward thinker with a focus on next generation technology and the value it brings to the Business.

  • Strong attention to detail with a security mindset

  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

  • Excellent documentation and communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Technical Skills:

  • Advanced knowledge of Native Azure cloud services and hybrid infrastructure

  • Working knowledge of modern technology such as, Zero Trust, Privilege Access Management, web and email gateways

  • Keen focus on automation of process, with an automation first mentality

  • Strong knowledge of enterprise networking concepts and protocols

  • Hands-on experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security best practices

  • Administration of M365 programs and tools

  • Familiar with vulnerability management and PenTest security remediation

  • Experience with backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning

  • Extensive experience with Windows Server and Active Directory environments

  • Experience with Hyper-V virtualization

Benefits & conditions

Come build your future with our winning team, recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” 19 times! David Weekley Homes builds in 19 markets across the U.S. and is one of the largest private home builders in America.

We offer an excellent benefits package that includes:

  • Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision

  • 401k and discretionary 8% match

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan

  • Profit Sharing

  • Vacation, Paid Holidays, plus PTO

  • New Home Discount for Team Member and Family

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