The Opportunity: We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to provide advanced infrastructure, cloud, and end-user support across multiple client environments. This client-facing role combines hands-on technical support with systems administration responsibilities, focusing on Microsoft technologies including Azure, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Intune, Entra ID, and Windows Server.
The ideal candidate has experience supporting multiple environments within a managed services organization and enjoys solving complex technical challenges while delivering exceptional customer service.
Role: Senior Systems Engineer
Experience: 5+ Years
Work Location: Houston, TX
Project Duration: 6-12 Month Contract
Responsibilities
Serve as a Tier 2/3 escalation point for infrastructure, cloud, and desktop support issues
Support and administer Windows Server environments, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
Manage Azure resources including virtual machines, networking, storage, and connectivity
Configure and support Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments, host pools, images, and user sessions
Administer Microsoft Intune, including endpoint enrollment, compliance policies, application deployment, and device management
Support Entra ID identity management, conditional access, MFA, and hybrid identity solutions
Assist with Microsoft Sentinel monitoring, alert investigation, and remediation activities
Perform server and endpoint patching, maintenance, and system upgrades
Troubleshoot Microsoft 365 technologies including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint
Document client environments, procedures, and operational standards
Identify opportunities for automation and operational improvement using PowerShell and related tools
Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to ensure timely issue resolution and service delivery
Required Qualifications
3–5+ years of experience supporting Windows infrastructure and cloud environments
Strong experience with:
Windows Server
Active Directory
Group Policy
DNS and DHCP
Microsoft 365
Hands-on experience administering:
Microsoft Azure
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
Microsoft Intune
Entra ID (Azure AD)
Knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, VPNs, firewalls, and connectivity troubleshooting
Experience working within ticketing systems and service management processes
Strong troubleshooting and customer-facing communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a Managed Services Provider (MSP) environment
Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel or other SIEM platforms
Experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Microsoft Defender
Strong PowerShell scripting and automation skills
Microsoft certifications such as:
AZ-104
AZ-140
MD-102
SC-300
Technologent is an Equal Opportunity Employer -- EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled -- for reasonable accommodations, please contact us at hr@technologent.com
Technologent is a Global Provider of Edge-to-Edge℠ Information Technology Solutions and Services for Fortune 1000 and SMB companies. We offer a unique blend of business practices that are aligned to solve for top CIO concerns. Our core competencies focus on data center infrastructure, business continuity, data protection, service automation and orchestration, continuous intelligence, monitoring, connectivity, collaboration and cybersecurity. These practices are supported by our professional services, digital transformation services and financial services offerings. By providing custom solutions and services designed to fit your business needs, we enable your organization to be more agile, responsive and competitive. Technologent empowers your company to ascend to the next level in IT.
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