Principal Systems Engineer

at  Pathway Communications

Duties and Responsibilities

• Virtualization: Oversee and maintain virtualization technologies like VMware/Hyper-V to support efficient resource allocation and scalability.
• Cybersecurity: Implement robust cybersecurity practices, including vulnerability assessments, threat detection, and incident response. Utilize tools like Nessus, Rapid7, Bitdefender, MS Defender, and Elastic to enhance security.
• Networking: Configure and manage LAN/WAN, routing, and firewall configurations to maintain a secure and reliable network infrastructure.
• Automation: Utilize automation through PowerShell, scripting, and RMM tools like Kaseya to streamline server operations, backups, and access management
• Server and Print Management: Set up, troubleshoot, and maintain Windows and Print servers, ensuring they operate efficiently.
• Endpoint Configuration: Configure desktops and laptops with the required operating systems and approved applications.
• Security Controls: Implement stringent security measures on servers to prevent unauthorized access, data leakage, and other security risks.
• Active Directory: Manage and maintain Active Directory, including user authentication and access controls.
• Asset Management: Maintain an asset register to track hardware and software assets, ensuring proper inventory management.
• ISO Documentation: Document processes according to ISO 9001 and 27001 standards and best practices.
• VPN Setup: Configure and maintain VPN solutions to provide secure remote access to the network.
• Cloud Management: Manage and maintain cloud solutions such as Azure and AWS
• MS Excel Proficiency: Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Microsoft M365: Administer the Microsoft 365 suite, including setup, migration, administration, and configuration MS Exchange: Oversee MS Exchange administration, including setup, configuration, and maintenance of email services.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong time management skills
• Strong project management background
• Leadership experience is preferred
• Has 7-10 years of experience
• Has a minimum of 5 years of extensive Windows Server administration experience, including managing diverse environments with 100+ users across multiple locations.
• VDI Knowledge: Understand and support Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VMware Horizon/Citrix) environments.
• Shift Flexibility: Willingness to work night shifts and in rotational shifts as needed.

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• Virtualization: Oversee and maintain virtualization technologies like VMware/Hyper-V to support efficient resource allocation and scalability.
• Cybersecurity: Implement robust cybersecurity practices, including vulnerability assessments, threat detection, and incident response. Utilize tools like Nessus, Rapid7, Bitdefender, MS Defender, and Elastic to enhance security.
• Networking: Configure and manage LAN/WAN, routing, and firewall configurations to maintain a secure and reliable network infrastructure.
• Automation: Utilize automation through PowerShell, scripting, and RMM tools like Kaseya to streamline server operations, backups, and access management
• Server and Print Management: Set up, troubleshoot, and maintain Windows and Print servers, ensuring they operate efficiently.
• Endpoint Configuration: Configure desktops and laptops with the required operating systems and approved applications.
• Security Controls: Implement stringent security measures on servers to prevent unauthorized access, data leakage, and other security risks.
• Active Directory: Manage and maintain Active Directory, including user authentication and access controls.
• Asset Management: Maintain an asset register to track hardware and software assets, ensuring proper inventory management.
• ISO Documentation: Document processes according to ISO 9001 and 27001 standards and best practices.
• VPN Setup: Configure and maintain VPN solutions to provide secure remote access to the network.
• Cloud Management: Manage and maintain cloud solutions such as Azure and AWS
• MS Excel Proficiency: Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Microsoft M365: Administer the Microsoft 365 suite, including setup, migration, administration, and configuration MS Exchange: Oversee MS Exchange administration, including setup, configuration, and maintenance of email services