Specialist Systems Engineer

• Works in a cutting edge and continually changing SaaS datacenter environment 

• Works with the Systems Engineering Manager on new projects that arise from business needs 

• Creates documentation that will be utilized in the deployment and maintenance of new technologies and systems throughout the company’s infrastructure  

• Analyzes systems requirements and ensures that the systems will offer security, and will be effectively integrated with the current applications 

• Develops and maintains an open and fluid communication relationship with the Systems Engineering Manager 

• Works with the Systems Engineering Manager to determine the production environment requirements and needs, with acceptable deployment timelines and roadmaps 

• Works with other teams to ensure successful transitions and the knowledge transfer of new technologies 

• Evaluates and communicates to the Systems Engineering Manager, areas that require new or improved technology solutions 

• Brings to the attention of the respective parties, any problems that negatively impact the company’s infrastructure  

• Develops and maintains a positive relationship with other direct team members and the team members of other departments 

• Performs other duties and projects as assigned by Management, within the area of responsibility for this position 

• Performs Technical Lead responsibilities 

• 6+ years’ experience supporting networks and servers in a datacenter environment  

• Experience with Windows Server administration and support 

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical problems with little oversight 

• Understands the concepts around virtual and physical server environments 

• Can work independently on projects  

• Ownership of individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables 

• Ability to support a VMware vSphere environment  

• Good understanding of firewall concepts, and thorough understanding of their implementation 

• Network monitoring experience, using PRTG or similar tools 

• Working knowledge of network switches, routers, & VPN tunnels 

• Basic knowledge of SAN and fiber channel fabric 

• Can design solutions with the overall product direction in mind 

• Able to plan and initiate a multi-sprint project 

• Clear communicator across departments 

• Demonstrated skills in working tactfully with people to resolve technical problems  

• Basic knowledge of TCP/IP networking 

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience 

Preferred Skills: 

• 4+ years’ experience 

• Administration of SAN and fiber channel fabric 

• Windows Active Directory administration experience 

• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking