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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer III - Hyper-V & Defender Endpoint - **Company:** ASGN Incorporated - **Location:** Phoenix, AZ, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Configuration Management, CompTIA Security+, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Monitoring of Systems, Hyper-V, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), System Center Configuration Manager, Windows Servers, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, Security Information and Event Management, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Data Logging, Cloud Platform System, Microsoft InTune, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Vmware - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3f917beef45ede9c ## About the Role * Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience, or relevant technical certification. * 5+ years of hands-on experience managing enterprise Windows Server environments in on-prem and cloud/hybrid deployments. * Strong experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and identity management (Azure AD, AD FS, MFA). * Proven skills in Defender Endpoint management and engineering (SCCM/ConfigMgr, Intune, or similar). * Proficient in automation and scripting using PowerShell and experience with configuration management tools. * Experience with cloud platforms and hybrid identity/security patterns. * Knowledge of virtualization technologies (Hyper-V) and VM lifecycle management. * Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks, vulnerability management, and hardening Windows systems. * Experience with monitoring, logging, and incident response tools. * Relevant certifications preferred: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator/Windows Server Hybrid, MCSE, CISSP, Security+, CCNA, or equivalent. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer III - Windows to design, deploy, and maintain enterprise Windows infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments. This role focuses on advanced Windows Server management, Active Directory and identity security, endpoint engineering, automation, and ensuring secure, resilient hybrid infrastructure. 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