The Systems Engineer will work with internal and external clients to create and implement enterprise policies, procedures and standards around Windows Server, VMware and other various platforms. This position will collaborate with a team of engineers supporting virtualization, containers, storage, backup/recovery and automation efforts. This position requires a deep understanding of Microsoft and VMware technologies and the ability to isolate, analyze and resolve technical issues.

• Define policies, procedures and standards for implementing and maintaining our Windows Server infrastructure including Windows/SQL clusters, Certificate Authorities, and licensing.
• Maintain our VMware ESX and Horizon View environment.
• Schedule installations and upgrades and maintain them in accordance with IT policies and procedures.
• Performance monitoring and retuning, support across production and pre-production environments in multiple physical locations.
• Develop Disaster Recovery strategies and business continuity plans.
• Provision server storage following industry best practices.
• Provide regular status reports to stakeholders on tasks accomplished, current issues and progress toward goals.
• Automate routine tasks with PowerShell.
• Recommend and implement improvements in our virtualization platform, Windows environment, Active Directory, storage arrays, automation solutions and other systems.
• Act as final escalation point for server and systems incidents.
• Work closely with other members of Information Technology team to assist with project implementations and other tasks as requested.
• Participate in rotating on-call coverage or emergency response as needed.