Systems Engineer- Remote / Telecommute

We are looking for Systems Engineer - Remote / Telecommute for our client in Memphis, TN Job Title: Systems Engineer - Remote / Telecommute Job Location: Memphis, TN Job Type: Contract Job Description: • The Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining system lifecycle management, security, resiliency, and performance across production and non-production environments. • This role operates with minimal supervision and drives infrastructure improvements, architectural standardization, and capacity planning initiatives across the organization. • The engineer provides advanced technical support, leads disaster recovery planning and testing, addresses security vulnerabilities, and ensures the stability and optimization of enterprise infrastructure systems. Requirement/Must Have: • Eight years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. • At least four years of experience designing, implementing, and maintaining technology infrastructure. • Experience configuring and troubleshooting Windows and UNIX/Linux environments. • Experience managing and monitoring Exchange Server 2003 2016, Windows Server 2003 2016, and MCSE server infrastructure. • Strong knowledge of cloud-based platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure. • Strong knowledge of virtualization and containerization technologies including Hyper-V, vSphere, Citrix, SQL, and Terminal Services. • Strong knowledge of VPN configuration and troubleshooting including Cisco, Palo Alto, OpenVPN, and IPSec. • In-depth knowledge of security technologies including antivirus, anti-spam, anti-spyware, and related tools. • Strong networking knowledge including OSI model and TCP/IP. • Ability to design and support disaster recovery solutions. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Responsibilities: • Design, implement, and maintain systems lifecycle management, security, resiliency, and performance. • Drive lifecycle management and capacity planning initiatives across the organization. • Lead architectural improvements and standardization of networking, hardware, monitoring, and application infrastructure. • Provide third-tier on-site and remote technical support. • Identify and remediate security vulnerabilities. • Support remote access solutions including VPN, Terminal Services, Citrix, and Hyper-V. • Design disaster recovery solutions and lead planning and testing activities. • Review and approve vendor invoices as required. • Support organizational quality programs. • Travel as required and perform additional duties as assigned. Should Have: • Bachelor s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, or related technology field preferred. • Technical institute certifications preferred. • Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to create comprehensive and accurate technical documentation and reports. • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and meet performance competencies. Qualification And Education: • Bachelor s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, or related field preferred. • Equivalent combination of education and extensive related experience acceptable. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job