Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

Location: San Antonio, TX

Working Model: Hybrid (2-3 days in office)

Compensation: $95,000-$115,000 (depending on experience)

Our client is seeking a Systems Engineer to support and scale their growing IT infrastructure. This individual will play a key role in managing Windows and Linux-based systems, ensuring uptime, performance, and security across on-prem and cloud environments. The ideal candidate is solutions-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about automating and optimizing system operations.

Key Responsibilities for the Systems Engineer

Deploy, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers (Windows/Linux)

Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and file/print services

Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to hardware, OS, and applications

Support enterprise backups, patching, and disaster recovery planning

Maintain virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and storage solutions

Collaborate with the networking and cybersecurity teams to ensure infrastructure integrity

Automate routine tasks using PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting tools

Assist with cloud-based services (Azure, AWS) and hybrid environment management

Document systems configurations, standard operating procedures, and recovery protocols

Contribute to IT projects involving system upgrades, integrations, and migrations

Preferred Skills & Qualifications for the Systems Engineer

Solid experience with Microsoft server technologies and domain administration

Working knowledge of Linux system administration (Ubuntu, Red Hat, or CentOS)

Proficiency in virtualization technologies like VMware ESXi or Microsoft Hyper-V

Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery tools (Veeam, Datto, etc.)

Experience with patch management, performance monitoring, and system hardening

Pluses for the Systems Engineer

Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS

Scripting skills for automation (PowerShell, Python, Bash)

Familiarity with configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or SCCM

Exposure to MDM platforms, Microsoft 365, and Intune

Experience in environments governed by IT compliance standards (SOC2, HIPAA, etc.)

Education and Experience Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

2-5 years of experience in a systems engineering, systems administration, or infrastructure support role

Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, MCSA, or CompTIA Server+ are a plus

Timing is everything. Whether you are aggressively in a job search or simply passive and looking for the ideal position, we would like to have the chance to share our opportunities with you. We specialize in placement of IT professionals. Please contact me for more information about this role as well as other opportunities.

Permanent