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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Engineer in Hartford - **Company:** Energy Jobline - **Location:** Hartford, CT, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, System Configuration, Disaster Recovery, Hyper-V, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Log Analysis, System Center Configuration Manager, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Zero Trust Network Access, Microsoft SharePoint, Virtualization Technology, Azure Automation, Microsoft Power Automate, Office365, Microsoft InTune, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Bicep, Cloud Migration, Vmware - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/senior-systems-engineer-hartford-31447701 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field * 7-10 years of experience in infrastructure engineering or systems administration * Strong expertise across Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune, Autopilot, and PowerShell * Experience with hybrid environments and cloud transformation initiatives Technical Skills * Deep understanding of Azure services, governance, and cost optimization * Hands-on experience with Azure Site Recovery, backup, and DR orchestration * Familiarity with VMware and/or Hyper-V virtualization platforms * Experience with endpoint management, SCCM co-management, and policy automation * Strong scripting and automation mindset (PowerShell required) Certifications * Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate * Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert * Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert * ITIL Foundation (or equivalent) What Success Looks Like * Highly automated, scalable, and resilient Microsoft infrastructure * Reduced manual effort through automation and IaC adoption * Improved system performance, uptime, and cost efficiency * Strong alignment with modern cloud, compliance, and governance standards ## Description * Design, deploy, and manage hybrid environments spanning on-premises and Azure (IaaS, PaaS, M365) * Implement and manage Entra ID (Azure AD), federation, and role-based access control (RBAC) * Lead device lifecycle automation using Intune, Autopilot, and modern endpoint management strategies * Architect and maintain disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity solutions using Azure- tools (e.g., Azure Site Recovery) * Develop and maintain PowerShell automation for system configuration and operational efficiency * Build and manage ARM/Bicep templates to standardize Azure deployments * Implement IaC practices across VMware and Hyper-V environments for scalable provisioning * Leverage Azure Automation, Azure Arc, and System Center for unified hybrid infrastructure management * Design self-service provisioning and automated workflows across Microsoft platforms * Integrate Microsoft Graph, Logic Apps, and Power Automate to streamline operations * Administer and optimize Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive) * Utilize Microsoft Purview, Defender, and Sentinel for governance, compliance, and security alignment * Support conditional access, protection, and zero-trust initiatives * Monitor system health using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Endpoint Analytics * Analyze trends and proactively improve performance, cost efficiency, and reliability * Ensure adherence to SLOs and service performance targets * Plan and execute cloud migrations and DR strategies for on-prem workloads * Conduct failover testing and recovery simulations * Partner with stakeholders to modernize legacy applications for cloud readiness * Support audits and remediation efforts using Microsoft compliance tools ## Related Videos - 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