IT Senior Systems Engineer/Lead Senior Engineer

Candidates must have Aruba experience. We are seeking an experienced IT Senior Systems Engineer to serve as a technical leader and Lead Senior Engineer within our IT organization in Chesterfield, VA. This role is responsible for ensuring the stability, integrity, and efficiency of enterprise information systems that support critical business operations. The IT Senior Systems Engineer will lead system design, implementation, optimization, and ongoing support across infrastructure, networks, and operating environments while mentoring team members and driving best practices. As a Lead Senior Engineer, this position plays a key role in strategic planning, system architecture, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure high availability, security, and performance across all IT systems., + Act as a Lead Senior Engineer, collaborating with IT leadership and technical teams to ensure stable, secure, and efficient systems and network operations in Chesterfield, VA.

• Design, implement, and support enterprise infrastructure solutions as an IT Senior Systems Engineer, including servers, networks, applications, and operating systems.
• Lead the deployment of new systems, software enhancements, and infrastructure improvements to support organizational growth.
• Conduct cost-benefit and ROI analyses for proposed IT systems and initiatives to support management decision-making.
• Evaluate existing systems for efficiency and effectiveness; develop and execute improvement strategies as a senior technical authority.
• Work with vendors, contractors, and service providers to procure system-related products and services.
• Develop system architecture designs, technical models, diagrams, and documentation to guide implementation and ongoing support.
• Perform server audits, security reviews, backup procedures, and disaster recovery testing in alignment with business continuity plans.
• Integrate and maintain on-premise and cloud-based systems, including email, print, backup, and enterprise servers.
• Ensure consistent system connectivity, performance, and interoperability across all IT infrastructure components.
• Monitor system performance, analyze trends, and prepare performance metrics and reports.
• Provide end-user training and technical guidance on new or updated systems.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, reinforcing standards and best practices as a Lead Senior Engineer.

• Demonstrated experience as an IT Senior Systems Engineer or Lead Senior Engineer in enterprise IT environments.
• Strong expertise in IT infrastructure design, implementation, and lifecycle management.
• Hands-on experience with Aruba network infrastructure (switches, routers, wireless access points).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows Server environments (physical and virtual).
• Experience managing VMware virtualized environments.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration and configuration.
• Experience with networked storage systems and enterprise backup solutions.
• Solid understanding of system security principles, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to align IT systems with organizational goals and operational needs.
• Strong project management, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently, make sound technical decisions, and lead initiatives from concept through execution.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of prioritizing tasks in fast-paced environments.
• Collaborative mindset with a customer-focused approach to service delivery.