Sr. Systems Engineer
Cyber Advisors
- Maple Grove, MN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide primarily on-site and remote support to our clients.
- Proactively anticipate, pre-empt, diagnose, and solve complex hardware, network, and software problems.
- Develop and maintain knowledge of customer's specific business environment.
- Maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.
- Require reliable transportation
- Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, DNS and DHCP
- Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows and macOS) and server management.
- Strong knowledge of MS Office 365 and Azure administration
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP and networking fundamentals
- Strong knowledge of hypervisor technologies (VMWare/Hyper-V)
- Strong knowledge of firewalls, switching and routing
- Broad knowledge of SAN and NAS device configuration and management
- Broad knowledge of Windows Desktop OS & MS Office Suites
- Broad knowledge of workstation, server and cloud backup solutions
- Broad knowledge with network security, anti-virus, and EDR solutions
- Dedication to customer satisfaction and getting it right the first time
- Demonstrate ability to explain complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience
- Strong trouble-shooting skills across a broad and diverse population and environment
- Demonstrate ability to proactively look for process improvement opportunities, challenge conventional practices, and adopt new methods and best practices. Also focused on continuous self-improvement
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels of the organization, clearly and concisely present issues, alternatives, and recommendation(s)
- Strong technical documentation skills, ability to clearly record key information within ticketing and knowledge base systems
- Appreciation of internal customer business, goals and objectives, strategies, and needs
- Demonstrate ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, aggressive targets and deadlines
- Demonstrate understanding of priorities and effective work procedures, self-manage work time and prioritize multiple tasks and problems
- Passion for great customer service.
- Long-standing curiosity and love of technology.
- Proven ability to work with little or no supervision.
- High-quality, detail-oriented approach to work.
- Well-developed organizational skills.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Ability to quickly learn new technologies.
- Interest in building a long-term career position.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or commensurate work experience
- FortiNet FCSS, AZ-140, MS-102, AZ-305 or similar certifications
- 7+ years IT experience