Senior IT Engineer
CreditAssociates · Plano, TX · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Hands-On Engineering (70–75%)
- Cloud & Systems Engineering
- Architect, administer, and troubleshoot AWS cloud services (IAM, EC2, S3, VPC, monitoring).
- Manage hybrid Microsoft 365 and Active Directory services (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint permissions, Azure AD).
- Maintain Windows servers, patching, backups, disaster recovery procedures, and monitoring systems.
- Networking & Security
- Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise network components: switches, routers, firewalls (e.g., Fortinet, Cisco, Palo Alto), VPN, WLAN.
- Implement and manage security tools: endpoint protection, MFA, email security, vulnerability management, and security monitoring.
- Participate in incident response, root‑cause analysis, and remediation efforts.
- Helpdesk & Escalation Support
- Serve as Tier 3 technical escalation for complex issues across systems, networking, and security.
- Maintain endpoint environment (Windows laptops/desktops, SaaS applications, patching, compliance).
- Oversee user lifecycle workflows and ensure provisioning standards across AD and Microsoft 365.
- Cloud & Systems Engineering
- Technical Projects & Architecture
- Lead implementation of IT infrastructure projects including migrations, upgrades, and new technology rollouts.
- Document systems, create runbooks, and improve operational processes and automation.
- Management & Leadership (25–30%)
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight to junior and mid‑level IT staff.
- Collaborate with leadership on technical strategy, budgeting, infrastructure planning, and vendor management.
- Maintain accountability for system uptime, security posture, and SLA performance.
- Aid in drafting IT policies, security standards, and operational documentation.
Qualifications
- 10–12 years of hands-on experience in IT systems engineering, network engineering, and cloud administration.
- 4+ years of AWS experience
- Strong expertise with AWS, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Windows Server, and modern endpoint management.
- Deep knowledge of networking fundamentals: firewalls, VPNs, switching, routing, and wireless networks.
- Strong background in IT security, including MFA, vulnerability scanning, endpoint protection, and patching.
- Experience acting as a technical lead or team supervisor (formal management experience is helpful but not required).
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical thinking, and ability to self‑manage in high‑paced environments.
- Experience with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python, Bash) is preferred.
- Relevant certifications are a plus (AWS, CCNA/CCNP, Microsoft, Security+, etc.).