Microsoft Systems Engineer

Marathon TS is seeking a Microsoft Systems Engineer to support a federal client in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will support and maintain the client's Information Systems in a distributed environment. Responsible for problem resolution, performance tuning and analysis, proactive problem prevention, detection, circumvention, and resolution to root causes. Provide application of software patches as well as release and version upgrades of operating systems and associated software to maintain supportability. This role could be perfect for you if you are a proficient problem solver with a strong sense of ownership.Responsibilities:Installing, upgrading, configuring, managing and implementing Microsoft Windows operating systems and serversProviding technical support for staff and users of back-end systemsCreate and maintain documentation related to troubleshooting, system configurations, internal IT procedures, and end-user proceduresWork tickets assigned via IT Service Management software, and provide senior-level support for calls and issues received via the Help DeskReview event logs and take corrective action as requiredRespond to alerts and emergencies when necessaryWork with IT and other business units to ensure consistency of all server and application systems' disaster recovery operations, including replication and backupResearch, test, implement, or collaborate with team members during implementation projects to meet business objectives, as necessaryManage and maintain Microsoft Application Servers: IIS, SQL Server, SharePointProvide support for the services themselves as well as the products and services that rely upon themManage and maintain Windows core infrastructure services including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, PKI, Group Policy and login scriptsMaintain, test, configure, and install application software, operating systems, and system management toolsQualifications:7+ years of relevant networking/systems experience1 of the following certifications: M365E/X, VCP, CCNP, LPIC or Linux+Bachelor's Degree in networking, systems engineering or similar fieldSecret clearance (Top Secret preferred)Advanced knowledge of server- and PC-based hardware and operating systemsAdvanced knowledge of back-end software and systems such as VMware, Windows Server, SQL Server, Active Directory, ADFS, IIS, .NET Framework, DNS, DHCP, Microsoft Client-N and Group PolicyDetailed knowledge of Windows server setup, deployment, and maintenanceWorking knowledge of CIFS, NFS, PKI, SSH and FTP/SFTPGood technical problem solving and interpersonal skillsAble to work in a fast paced, team environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills requiredHighly motivated, detail-oriented team player with a positive attitude with the ability to work independentlySolid understanding of general system and application security best-practicesCommitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with (and receive help from) other members of the teamGeneral familiarity with PowerShell, Windows Fail Over ClusteringExperience with Veeam Backup preferredExperience implementing DISA STIG for operating systems, sub-components and applications preferredExperience supporting load balanced web servers preferred

Created: 2024-11-09