System Engineer

Our client, a global consulting and financial services firm, is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate ownership of complex technical escalations, a client-focused and consultative mindset, and a commitment to continuous operational improvement which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Location: Columbia, Maryland or Tysons, Virginia (Hybrid)

Pay Range: $75,000 - $90,000 W2 (Salary)

What's the Job?

• Serve as a senior technical escalation point and subject matter expert for complex client issues across Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, VMware, Windows Server, and Active Directory environments.

• Own patching and Intune strategy, including configuration, enforcement, and continual improvement to keep client environments operating efficiently.

• Define, maintain, and enforce internal security and configuration baselines within M365/Intune, ensuring client alignment to best practices.

• Lead advanced technical troubleshooting and provide technical leadership for projects as needed, while staying current on Microsoft features and updates.

• Facilitate integrations between core management and operational systems for the Co-managed Services Team, and standardize operations through creation of SOPs, technical documentation, and knowledge articles.

• Ensure adoption, configuration, and best practice usage of core toolsets (RMM, PSA, documentation, password management, monitoring).

• Support client-facing engagements for key infrastructure accounts.

What's Needed?

• 4-6 years of progressive technical experience and demonstrated ownership of Azure, Entra ID, Intune, VMware, Windows Server, and Microsoft 365 environments.

• Proven experience leading escalations and delivering advanced technical troubleshooting for complex infrastructure and identity environments.

• Demonstrated life-cycle experience managing Storage Area Networks, Cloud Storage, Backup systems and VMware environments.

• Preferred experience with MSP-style tools and platforms such as Ninja, Halo, and documentation platforms (or similar tools).

• Experience overseeing technical staff in day-to-day operations and escalations, ensuring consistent quality and operational excellence.

• Strong understanding of patching, configuration management, and operational baselines, including the ability to create project plans and present ideas to senior team members or leadership.

• Polished communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage in client strategy discussions.

• Microsoft certifications (Enterprise Administrator Expert, Security Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect) strongly preferred.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to operate as a senior escalation point and technical subject matter expert across a broad, high-impact technology stack.

• Clear ownership of security baselines, patching, and Intune strategy—driving measurable improvements in client environment performance and alignment.

• Room to lead integrations between management and operational systems that directly strengthen Co-managed Services delivery.

• Chance to coach and mentor others while helping standardize processes through SOPs, documentation, and knowledge articles.

• Motivation to stay current with Microsoft updates and continuously improve service delivery and client satisfaction.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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