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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer - **Company:** Brighton Jones - **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $160,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Information Leak Prevention, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Multi-Factor Authentication, Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Windows Servers, Windows PowerShell, Cloud Services, Zero Trust Network Access, Microsoft SharePoint, Azure Automation, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Microsoft Power Automate, Office365, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Wireless Technologies - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/brightonjones/senior-systems-engineer ## About the Role * 8+ years of experience in systems engineering or cloud/infrastructure roles. * Strong mastery of M365 administration, Azure architecture, and cloud security concepts. * Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell preferred) and infrastructure automation. * Deep understanding of identity and access management, conditional access, MFA, and modern authentication. * Familiarity with NIST, CIS hardening standards, and similar frameworks. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work independently to tackle well-scoped and loosely scoped user stories * Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders * This role is an in-office, full-time, and exempt position. We are a work from office culture with a lot of flexibility. ## Description The Sr. Systems Engineer will help develop and support a scalable, resilient, and secure infrastructure. This role is critical to ensuring our infrastructure can support a growing, cloud forward organization while maintaining strong operational discipline and adherence to modern security standards. The Sr. Systems Engineer will own core components of our hybrid environment across on-prem and cloud (Azure, AWS, and M365) ecosystem. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of modern identity, zero trust principles, and infrastructure lifecycle management, with the drive to enhance system performance, reduce risk, and support the organization's long-term technology strategy., We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise infrastructure. This role is responsible for owning and evolving our hybrid IT environment, including the platforms, tooling, and automation required to support a growing and increasingly data-driven business. You will be the technical authority, partnering with our Data & Analytics, Application, Development, and Operations teams, delivering secure, resilient, and scalable solutions. Required for application: take our Values in Action Self-Assessment to see how our values align! Your Role - Maintain Hybrid IT Infrastructure: * Support and maintain a hybrid IT infrastructure spanning on-premises and Azure/AWS cloud environments * Architect, deploy, and maintain M365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Intune, Entra, Purview and security/compliance features. * Manage and maintain Windows server environments including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and related services * Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity across cloud services. * Troubleshoot and resolve advanced network, server, and connectivity issues. * Oversee day-to-day operations of networking infrastructure, including firewalls, switches, VPNs, SDWAN, and wireless systems * Provide oversight of fleet of Windows endpoints and BYOD mobile devices Your Role - Scalability and Resiliency: * Implement automation (PowerShell, Azure Automation, Logic Apps, Infrastructure as Code) to improve reliability and efficiency. * Lead lifecycle management for infrastructure components (patching, upgrades, replacements). * Implement cybersecurity best practice controls leveraging Microsoft Defender, Azure security services, Data Loss Prevention, Purview, and zero trust principles. * Partner with Compliance and SOC to support cybersecurity initiatives across the organization and contribute to mitigation strategies to reduce risk * Monitor security alerts, perform root cause analysis, and apply corrective measures. * Support incident response activities and participate in security audits using MDR and IR tools ## Related Videos - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [JavaScript? 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