Senior Systems Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

REMOTE - TRAVEL TO CLIENT SITES / 125-135k / Windows Related Infrastructure

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (Generalist). This client-facing role is responsible for deploying, upgrading, and supporting IT infrastructure solutions across a wide variety of environments. You’ll be a key contributor to project success — from initial design and implementation through troubleshooting and optimization .

The ideal candidate has broad technical knowledge, is comfortable juggling multiple clients/projects, and thrives in dynamic environments. Strong experience with Hyper-V, Nutanix, and VMware, as well as enterprise switching, wireless, and firewall platforms, is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

· Act as lead or senior engineer on infrastructure projects, including new deployments, hardware refreshes, and complex upgrades

· Participate in discovery, solution design, and implementation planning in coordination with project managers and sales engineers

· Perform client-facing deployments, migrations, and infrastructure cutovers, both on-site and remotely

Virtualization & Compute

· Deploy and manage VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Nutanix AHV environments

· Handle host configuration, VM provisioning, cluster setup, and resource optimization

· Perform physical-to-virtual (P2V) migrations and assist with licensing and capacity planning

Storage & Backup

· Implement and maintain enterprise storage systems (SAN, NAS) from vendors such as HPE, Dell EMC, and Synology

· Integrate storage solutions with virtualization and backup platforms

· Configure backup and disaster recovery solutions using Veeam, Datto, or similar tools

Networking & Wi-Fi

· Deploy and support wired and wireless networks using Cisco Meraki, Aruba, and Extreme Networks hardware

· Configure switches, VLANs, QoS, port security, and wireless SSIDs with enterprise-grade best practices

· Conduct network assessments and resolve LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi performance issues

Firewalls & Security

· Deploy and configure next-generation firewalls, including Fortinet (FortiGate), SonicWall, and Meraki MX

· Set up VPNs, content filtering, intrusion prevention, and traffic shaping policies

· Assist with firewall migrations, rule reviews, and integration with client authentication systems

Client Communication & Support

· Serve as Tier 3 escalation for advanced technical issues during and after project execution

· Provide technical documentation, as-built diagrams, and handoff training to client IT staff

· Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth transitions from project to support phase

Required Skills & Experience

· 7+ years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure engineering, with VAR, MSP, or consulting background strongly preferred

· Proven expertise in Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, and related core infrastructure services

· Strong working knowledge of VMware, Hyper-V, and Nutanix platforms

· Experience with enterprise storage configuration and backup strategies

· Proficiency with Layer 2/3 networking and enterprise Wi-Fi deployment (Meraki, Aruba, Extreme)

· Hands-on experience with firewalls, including Fortinet, SonicWall, and Meraki

· Comfortable working in hybrid cloud environments (on-prem + Microsoft 365, Azure, etc.)

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to client sites when required

Top Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 25 years
of experience in Information Technology and Creative Staffing. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. Top Prospect Group meets with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are then able to provide a more consistent recruitment process.

Company Description

Top Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 25 years\r\n of experience in Information Technology and Creative Staffing. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. Top Prospect Group meets with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are then able to provide a more consistent recruitment process.