Systems Engineer

Platform & Application Administration

• Perform routine installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers and platforms supporting enterprise applications and departmental systems.
• Assist senior engineers with application upgrades and vendor releases, including pre-upgrade checks, testing, and post-change validation.
• Perform routine maintenance on web and application servers, including IIS, Apache, Nginx, and Tomcat, as well as TLS certificate renewals and basic configuration changes.
• Support the Integrations team, which builds and supports integrations between systems, by checking server connectivity, service accounts, and file transfer endpoints when integration issues are reported.

Patching & Lifecycle Management

• Perform scheduled operating system and application component patching according to established maintenance windows and change management procedures.
• Verify patch compliance and report systems that do not meet required configuration baselines.
• Maintain accurate server inventories and lifecycle records.

Database Administration

• Perform routine database administration tasks, primarily involving Microsoft SQL Server.
• Monitor backup jobs, conduct test restores, and apply database permission changes based on approved requests.
• Escalate database performance, integrity, or other complex issues to senior engineers or vendors.

Access & Identity Configuration

• Implement approved application access changes in accordance with identity and access management procedures and least-privilege principles.
• Assist with server and application single sign-on (SSO) configuration, including SAML and OIDC, in coordination with the Identity and Access Management team.
• Support vulnerability remediation and security evidence gathering for assigned systems.

Operations & Technical Support

• Provide Tier II support for application and infrastructure incidents, escalating complex issues when necessary.
• Monitor system health, logs, and alerts, and respond to issues using established procedures and runbooks.
• Perform backup checks and participate in recovery and disaster recovery testing.
• Create and maintain basic PowerShell scripts for routine administrative tasks, with guidance from senior engineers.
• Keep technical documentation, configuration records, runbooks, and configuration management database (CMDB) entries accurate and up to date.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and support scheduled after-hours maintenance as needed.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Systems Engineer to join an IT Systems Engineering and Operations team. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build hands-on experience in systems administration, enterprise applications, and IT infrastructure. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, the role helps maintain the servers, platforms, and configuration that keep the enterprise applications running.

In this role, you will help maintain the servers, platforms, databases, and configurations that support critical enterprise applications. Working alongside experienced engineers, application owners, vendors, and IT teams, you will contribute to system maintenance, patching, monitoring, access configuration, and troubleshooting while developing your technical skills in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has a foundation in IT operations or systems administration, strong problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn new technologies and platforms., * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; equivalent practical experience will also be considered.

• 0-3 years of experience in systems administration, help desk, IT operations, or a related technical role. Internships, co-ops, and student IT experience are welcome.
• Basic working knowledge of Windows Server and exposure to Linux environments.
• Basic understanding of web servers such as IIS or Apache and TLS certificates.
• Basic SQL knowledge and familiarity with relational databases.
• Understanding of operating system patching and change management concepts.
• Familiarity with authentication and access management concepts, including SSO, MFA, and role-based access control.
• Basic PowerShell scripting skills.
• Exposure to virtualization technologies and Microsoft Azure or Microsoft 365.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn, follow established procedures, and collaborate with experienced technical teams.

Preferred Certifications

• CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+, or Security+
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
• ITIL Foundation, * Systems Administration: 1 year (Preferred)
• Windows Server, Linux, and IT Infrastructure: 1 year (Preferred)
• Web Servers, SQL Server, and PowerShell Scripting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Patching, Access Management, and IT Operations: 1 year (Preferred)

Schring Consulting is a trusted provider of IT Professional Services, helping organizations plan, build, and deliver technology initiatives that drive business success. Founded in 2003, Schring specializes in software development, project delivery, IT consulting, and staff augmentation. We partner with clients across multiple industries, providing high-quality technical talent and innovative solutions to solve complex business challenges.