Sr. Windows Systems Engineer

This is a 6 month contract, W2 only, hybrid. 2 days a week onsite in Bedford, MA.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Windows Systems Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of our enterprise Windows infrastructure. This role requires deep technical expertise across Windows Server, Active Directory, Nutanix, Rubrik, and Okta, along with the ability to drive architectural decisions, mentor junior engineers, and influence long‑term infrastructure strategy. You will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of our core systems.

• Design and implement advanced Windows Server solutions, including clustering, high availability, and performance optimization.
• Architect and maintain Active Directory environments, including domain design, GPO strategy, identity lifecycle, and security hardening.
• Lead engineering efforts for Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure, including cluster design, capacity planning, and performance tuning.
• Own the architecture and operational excellence of Rubrik backup and recovery platforms, ensuring enterprise‑grade data protection and DR readiness.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Okta, driving SSO integrations, MFA strategy, and identity governance initiatives.
• Oversee the health, performance, and security of Windows and virtualized systems across the enterprise.
• Lead root cause analysis for complex infrastructure issues and drive long‑term remediation.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation, runbooks, and architectural diagrams.
• Implement and enforce security baselines, patching strategies, and hardening standards across Windows and identity platforms.
• Partner with security teams to support audits, vulnerability remediation, and compliance frameworks (SOC, ISO, NIST, etc.).
• Develop automation using Power Shell and other tools to streamline operations, reduce manual effort, and improve consistency.
• Contribute to cloud readiness initiatives, hybrid identity, and infrastructure as code adoption.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and make recommendations that align with business and security goals.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid‑level engineers.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including networking, security, Dev Ops, and application teams.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

• 7–10 years of experience in Windows systems engineering or enterprise infrastructure roles.
• Expert level proficiency with:
• Windows Server (2016/2019/2022)
• Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP
• Nutanix (AHV, Prism, cluster operations)
• Rubrik backup and recovery solutions
• Okta administration (SSO, MFA, lifecycle automation)
• Strong Power Shell scripting and automation capabilities. Solid understanding of virtualization, networking, storage, and security fundamentals.

• Strong communication skills and ability to translate complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring junior engineers and driving team initiatives.
• Proven track record of designing and maintaining secure, scalable Windows infrastructures.
• Hands‑on experience with modern automation and IaC practices.