IT Senior Systems Engineer

Job Description Title: IT Senior Systems Engineer – (Subcontract at an NRI Client)Through NRI Resource Management Services (RMS), we offer custom talent solutions to help our clients meet their evolving technology and business needs. We help effectively match the right technology professional to their organization, recruiting for contract, contract-to-hire, and direct roles. Our client in (area/region) has an immediate need for a (job title). Please note that this is a (contract/contract to hire/direct hire) opportunity with our client and NOT with NRI. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior System Engineer to join our IT department. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting our core IT infrastructure. The Senior System Engineer will play a critical role in improving our technical operations and ensuring high levels of system availability, security, and performance.Key Responsibilities:· Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for system and network issues.· Ensure the integrity and security of data, systems, and backups in alignment with industry best practices and compliance requirements.· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess project needs and recommend optimal solutions.· Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, procedures, and change management processes.· Monitor system performance and proactively identify potential issues or opportunities for optimization.· Mentor and support IT staff, fostering their professional growth.· Stay abreast of emerging technologies and propose recommendations for adoption where beneficial.· Document system upgrade and troubleshooting procedures, design, implement, and maintain disaster recovery and high availability solutions to meet the company's 24/7/365 operational needs.· Travel to client sites as required to provide expert support.· Perform additional duties as assigned by Information and Technology Management.· Occasional evening and/or weekend work for maintenance or emergency support.· Hybrid work environment. Qualifications:· Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science with a minimum of 7+ years of experience as a System Engineer, or 10 years of related experience· Extensive experience in developing and implementing computer systems and networks· Understanding of network architecture and security principles· Familiarity with database design and management (SQL)· Knowledge of IT governance and compliance frameworks· Proficiency in DNS, SMTP, IIS, SQL Server, and Active Directory· Proficiency with Windows 2019, Windows 11, and VMware ESX· Experience with High Availability configurations, including SQL Mirroring, SQL Clustering, Always-On Failover Clustering, and Always-On Availability Groups· Experience in conducting research on technology, trends, standards, and products· Solid understanding of information processing fundamentals and best practices· Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional teamwork· Above-average analytical, conceptual, and troubleshooting abilities· Excellent written and verbal communication skills· Analytical thinking with the ability to troubleshoot complex, multi-layered systems· Detail-oriented and process-driven approach to systems management· Ability to prioritize and execute tasks under extreme pressure· Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment