Windows Systems Engineer

Accountabilities:: Design, provision, configure, and maintain Windows-based infrastructure and cloud components in accordance with established architecture standards and best practices. Manage and optimize Windows Server environments, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and related infrastructure services. Develop and implement PowerShell scripts and automation solutions to streamline provisioning, deployment, configuration, patching, and routine operational activities. Implement and maintain infrastructure security, identity management, networking, backup, monitoring, and high-availability controls. Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity, proactively identifying and addressing potential infrastructure issues. Investigate and resolve technical incidents, vulnerabilities, configuration issues, and production performance problems. Support infrastructure maintenance, patch management, system upgrades, and security improvements. Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and operations teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and maintainable infrastructure solutions. Maintain accurate technical documentation, including system diagrams, operational runbooks, configuration standards, and change records. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on infrastructure reliability, automation, security, and operational excellence. Requirements: Typically 10+ years of professional experience in systems engineering, infrastructure engineering, cloud operations, or a related technical discipline. Strong hands-on expertise with Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, PowerShell, patching, and system security. Professional experience supporting enterprise infrastructure, cloud engineering, DevOps, or large-scale systems operations. Solid understanding of networking, identity and access management, infrastructure security, monitoring, backup, and high-availability principles. Demonstrated experience with scripting, automation, source control, and infrastructure-as-code practices. Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure and production issues using a structured, analytical approach. Experience implementing and maintaining secure, scalable, and highly available enterprise systems. Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and operational teams. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of technical challenges. Relevant professional certifications or advanced technical training in Windows Server, Microsoft infrastructure, cloud technologies, or systems engineering are advantageous. Must be authorized to work in the United States. U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, EAD holders, and candidates eligible for H-1B transfers are encouraged to apply. New H-1B visa sponsorship is not available. This is a direct W2 employment opportunity; C2C and 1099 arrangements are not accepted. Benefits: Competitive annual salary: $115,000–$165,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Remote flexibility: Fully remote position within the United States. Full-time employment: Direct W2 opportunity. Professional growth: Opportunities to contribute to cloud, enterprise infrastructure, and modern technology initiatives. Collaborative environment: Work alongside experienced technology professionals across engineering and operations. Technical development: Exposure to infrastructure modernization, automation, cloud technologies, and enterprise solutions.