Systems Engineer

Kforce

  • Tampa, FL
  • $33.00-43.00 per hour
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Kforce has a client in Tampa, FL that is seeking a Systems Engineer. Summary: The System Engineer designs, implements, and maintains Microsoft-based IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, Azure cloud services, virtualization, and Microsoft 365. This role ensures high availability, security, and performance of business systems while supporting strategic IT initiatives. Responsibilities:
  • Architect Microsoft infrastructure across on-prem, hybrid, and cloud-first models
  • Plan Azure deployments (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and workload migrations (e.g., file servers to SharePoint/OneDrive)
  • Implement scalable, secure infrastructure and backup strategies using Veeam, Azure Backup, and M365 retention
  • Apply Zero Trust principles: Conditional Access, MFA, RBAC, SIEM integration
  • Recommend hardware/software to optimize performance
  • Design secure cloud-hosted workloads (Azure IaaS/PaaS, Windows 365, Intune)
  • Assist with cloud migration and optimization
  • Develop PowerShell scripts and automation workflows for endpoint enrollment and compliance
  • Build frameworks for provisioning, monitoring, and reporting
  • Implement Microsoft Defender XDR, endpoint protection, and identity governance
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations
  • Manage firewalls, antivirus, and access controls
  • Enforce Intune policies for device security and compliance
  • Partner with IT technicians and the IT Operations Manager to align solutions with business needs
  • Coordinate with network engineering on unified server/storage/firewall setup
  • Advise leadership on IT roadmaps and modernization
  • Provide Tier 3 support for escalated system issues
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) preferred
  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate preferred
  • CompTIA Security+ or equivalent preferred
  • 2-5 years of hands-on experience in systems engineering or infrastructure roles
  • Experience in both on-premises and Microsoft Azure environments
  • Familiarity with compliance and security frameworks such as NIST 800-53, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001
Technical Skills:
  • Windows Server administration, Active Directory/Entra ID, Group Policy
  • Microsoft 365 platform management (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint)
  • Azure IaaS/PaaS deployment and hybrid cloud integration
  • Virtualization, storage, and backup technologies
  • PowerShell scripting and basic Infrastructure
  • Understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, VPNs, VLANs, and firewalls
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.

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