Systems Engineer

Company: TEKsystems Careers
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

TEKsystems has a client that is in a need of a Systems Engineer to focus on VMware and have experience with Linux and Network Administration.
Working under minimal supervision, this role concentrates on the design of infrastructures including servers, storage, workstations, middleware, non-application software, networks, and the physical facilities that support the applications and business processes required by the business. Included in the focus areas is the critical evaluation and selection of the software and hardware components of the infrastructure. Best practices in this role use various techniques including modeling, simulation, and testing to validate the designs and selected products. The Systems Engineer is responsible for performance, availability and scalability of the infrastructure.
*Responsibilities:*

• Develop standards and procedures that provide for efficient operation of systems.
• Create and Maintain systems documentation, security plans, WIs and SOPs.
• Analyze and assess systems for proper operation.
• Actively monitor and report on systems to track SLAs.
• Provides users with network technical support responding to the needs and questions of end users regarding their access to resources on the network.
• Assisting in hardware/software procurement activities as required
• Provide application support for development and business groups
• Prepare and submit requests for purchasing and follow up with deployment.
• Conduct research on emerging products, services, protocols and standards.
• Remain current on existing system hardware and software for technology changes and hardware/software upgrades.
• Pursues a program of self-development through the use of selected reading, seminars, and participation in continuing education.
• Identifies and communicates possible improvements in the work process for customers and peers.
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or upper management.
  *Core Competencies:*
  
  • Strong Leadership skills
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills.
  • Must be self-directed and able to work independently with a minimum of direction. A self starter.
  • Effective time management, willingness to work whatever hours are necessary to meet commitments.
  • Must be adaptable to deal with changing priorities and multiple projects at same time.
  • Eager to learn new skills, technology, and software applications
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills in English
  • Work with executive team members, decision makers, and stakeholders to define business requirements and systems goals, and to identify and resolve business systems issues.
    *Technical Skills*
    
    • Knowledge of operating systems, including Linux and Windows based systems.
    • In-depth Knowledge of Active Directory
    • In-depth knowledge of virtual environment design, implementation, and maintenance (e.g. VMware)
    • Knowledge of server software used on servers supported by the Administrators.
    • Knowledge and experience with installation of memory, modems, network cards, video cards, routers, hubs, and similar hardware equipment
    • Familiar with the installation and maintenance of network equipment such as switches, routers and firewalls
    • Knowledge of RAID, VLANS, TCP/IP protocols, DHCP and DNS
    • Knowledge of Antivirus Strategies
    • Familiar with Windows Scripts, VBScript, BASH or PERL scripts
    • Experience with ESX and/or Windows Hyper-V virtual environments
    • Expert knowledge of network systems, topologies and technology
    • Strong knowledge and experience in the installation and maintenance of network equipment such as switches, routers and firewalls
    • Demonstrated, thorough knowledge of key protocols such as TCP, IP, UDP, DNS, DHCP, SMTP, SNMP, etc.
    • Develop standards and procedures that provide for efficient operation of the servers and systems.
    • Analyze and assess systems for proper operation.
      About TEKsystems:
      
      We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
      
      The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
      

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