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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Kaspar Companies: Systems Engineer - **Company:** Kaspar Companies - **Location:** Shiner, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Microsoft Online Services, Business Systems, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Monitoring of Systems, Information Technology Operations, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Microsoft Software, Windows Servers, Networking Basics, Network Diagrams, Windows PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, Software Deployment, TCP/IP, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Software Troubleshooting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, Cisco - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5f30ee3ddf5965e2 ## About the Role * 3-5 years of hands-on systems administration, systems engineering, or infrastructure experience. * Practical experience with Windows Server, Active Directory and/or Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, endpoint administration, and networking fundamentals. * Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, identity and access, endpoint troubleshooting, and core infrastructure services. * Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, communication, and documentation skills. * Ability to work independently, collaborate with employees and technical partners, and balance support with planned engineering work. * Ability to participate in occasional scheduled evening or weekend maintenance and travel occasionally to Kaspar facilities. Systems Engineer - IT Operations & Infrastructure Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Microsoft Azure, Intune, virtualization platforms, firewalls, VPNs, backup and recovery systems, and infrastructure monitoring. * PowerShell or similar scripting and automation experience. * Experience supporting multi-site or manufacturing environments. * Experience with IT service management, technical knowledge bases, or standard-work practices. * Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco, or comparable certifications; bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, with equivalent experience accepted. Physical Requirements * Ability to work primarily on-site and move between office, server-room, and manufacturing areas. * Ability to travel occasionally between Kaspar facilities. * Ability to use required personal protective equipment in manufacturing environments. ## Description * Administer and troubleshoot Windows servers, virtualized environments, and core services while monitoring health, performance, capacity, and availability. * Maintain backup and restoration capabilities, test recovery procedures, and improve disaster-recovery readiness. * Plan patches, upgrades, deployments, and scheduled maintenance; perform root-cause analysis and implement durable fixes that reduce downtime. Microsoft Cloud, Identity & Endpoint Management * Administer Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and related identity and access services. * Support employee onboarding and offboarding, account lifecycle activities, permissions, and secure access. * Manage Microsoft Intune, endpoint compliance, software deployment, and standardized cloud, identity, and device configurations across operating companies. Networks & Multi-Site Technology * Support LAN, WAN, wireless, firewall, VPN, internet, and site-to-site connectivity across Kaspar facilities. * Troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues and coordinate with carriers, vendors, and service providers. * Maintain network diagrams, configuration records, equipment information, and recovery documentation while supporting multi-site standardization. Support & Service Delivery * Provide helpdesk support and take ownership of advanced infrastructure, identity, network, and endpoint escalations. * Communicate clearly, set realistic expectations, confirm resolution, and document devices, accounts, and systems touched. * Balance urgent support with planned engineering work and create knowledge articles and standard work that reduce recurring issues. Projects, Automation & Continuous Improvement * Execute prioritized infrastructure projects from requirements and planning through testing, deployment, documentation, and handoff. * Use PowerShell or similar scripting tools to automate repetitive administration and improve consistency. * Evaluate technical requests, recommend practical alternatives, and coordinate outside providers while strengthening Kaspar's internal capability. Security & Business-System Partnership * Implement approved hardening and remediation with the Security Analyst and assist with incident recovery as the infrastructure resource. * Support the hosting, identity, connectivity, and integration needs of ERP and other business systems without owning application functionality or business-process configuration. * Partner with Operations, Engineering, ERP, and Security to deliver solutions that fit business and manufacturing needs. * All other duties as assigned by management. 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