Systems Engineer

Nextlink Internet
Hudson Oaks, TX, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$80,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Proxmox Microsoft Windows Systems Engineering Microsoft Azure Backup Devices Software as a Service Cluster Analysis Cyber Security Network Configuration and Change Management Azure Active Directory Ansible Virtualization Technology
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Job description

  • Administer and optimize Microsoft Entra (Azure AD), Azure, and Microsoft 365 environments.
  • Manage and maintain Proxmox VE clusters, including virtualization, high availability, and storage/network configurations.
  • Automate IT workflows and processes using Ansible, n8n, and similar automation frameworks.
  • Implement scalable, secure solutions aligned with compliance initiatives (NIST, SOC 2, ISO, CJIS requirements, etc.).
  • Support IT efficiency by identifying redundant systems and streamlining SaaS usage.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, sysadmin, and helpdesk teams to reduce manual workloads and increase automation.
  • Participate in infrastructure planning for future growth and scaling., * Play a key role in building IT infrastructure for a growing national MSP.
  • Work with cutting-edge technologies in virtualization, cloud, and automation.
  • Be part of a forward-thinking team focused on efficiency, security, and innovation.
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Work Environment/Hazards:

  • Working conditions primarily inside an office environment
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
  • High level of interaction with external/internal clients

Physical Demands:

  • Able to frequently move, transport, positions objects of 50 pounds or more
  • Stationary position for 8-10 hours a day
  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
  • Visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment.
  • To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position. Daily movements include sitting, standing, operating computers and other office equipment and moving about the office. The employee must be able to communicate via email and verbally via telephone

Requirements

Do you have experience in Storage management (system administration)?, * 3-5 years of IT administration or systems engineering experience (not an entry-level role).

  • Proven proficiency in Microsoft Entra, Azure, and M365 administration.
  • Strong working knowledge of Proxmox VE clustering (VM management, HA, backups, networking).
  • Hands-on automation experience with Ansible, n8n, or comparable platforms.
  • Familiarity with compliance-driven environments (NIST, SOC 2, ISO, CJIS, etc.) is a plus.
  • Comfortable working in a scaling MSP environment with rapid change.
  • Self-starter who can own projects end-to-end and document processes clearly.

About the company

We are a Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.

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