Systems Engineer

Will work partially from home and partially onsite in Topeka KS
Must be located within driving distance of Topeka KS to be considered
Description
Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
This position assumes a role in the deployment, design, installation, configuration, and maintenance of infrastructure applications, virtualization, and Windows operating systems.
Guides the installation, upgrade, and configuration of infrastructure applications.
Monitors and tests infrastructure applications in an effort to predict potential points of failure, recommending solutions when identified.
Develops and maintains infrastructure applications and system configuration documentation.
Provides technical support and guidance (Level 2 and
3) for systems-related issues. Uses knowledge and experience to resolve problems. Ensures timely resolution of problems.
Provides technical leadership for the Infrastructure team, including:
- Identifies appropriate approaches to departmental goals.
- Installs, configures, upgrades, and supports virtualization software and hardware hypervisors.
- Installs and upgrades virtual and physical Windows Server operating systems.

o Coaches system engineers who have less experience and expertise.

Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other related field and 4 years of systems administration experience
OR
5+ years of systems administration experience with an emphasis in virtualization and physical hardware.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:
Understands and considers standard concepts, best practices and procedures related to Windows administration.
Working knowledge of multiple operating/networking systems with expertise in at least one system.
In depth experience with server hardware and VMWare hypervisor deployments.
Communicates effectively with all levels of employees, both technical and non-technical.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Establishes cooperative relationships with other departments.
Searches for and identifies alternative and/or innovative solutions to technical problems.
Research and resolve reported systems hardware/software problems efficiently and accurately while adhering to internal compliance/management standards and procedures.
Uses planning skills to manage and complete projects on time and on budget.
Exercises sound judgment when making decisions.
A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Quickly adapts to multiple demands and rapidly changing priorities.
Familiar with concepts, practices, and procedures within several core fields, ie server hardware, storage, operating systems, VMware virtualization, backup strategy, Active Directory, and blade enclosures.
Has the ability to lead and direct the work of others as necessary
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Topeka, KS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $79.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Topeka,KS.
Final date to receive applications
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 2026.
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