IT Systems Engineer

Welltower • Dallas, TX

372d

About The Position

The IT Systems Engineer will manage, maintain, and optimize the company's complex IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance across both on-premises and cloud environments. This role is essential for supporting business operations and driving technological improvements, including managing virtualization infrastructure and exploring migration strategies to modern solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in IT systems engineering roles
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and domain management
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS and Azure)
• Deep understanding of networking protocols and configurations (WAN/LAN)
• Proficiency in managing Microsoft 365 services
• Experience with system auditing and compliance tools
• Knowledge of patch management best practices and tools
• Familiarity with MDM solutions and implementation
• Experience with backup and recovery solutions
• Knowledge of application performance monitoring and security tools
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and team collaboration abilities
• Experience with virtualization technologies and hypervisor management
• Knowledge of virtual machine management, migration, and optimization techniques

Nice To Haves

• Relevant industry certifications in cloud, systems administration, and virtualization technologies
• Additional experience with cloud data services and advanced cloud infrastructure strategies
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python)
• Knowledge of IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL)
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies
• Experience in planning and executing migrations from on-premises to cloud environments

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Microsoft Windows domain, servers, and cloud infrastructure (including AWS and Azure environments)
• Troubleshoot infrastructure issues, configuration, and interoperability issues that require direct experience with OS Support (Windows, Linux), VMWare, AWS, and networking
• Oversee system auditing and compliance processes
• Administer and optimize our Microsoft 365 environment
• Develop and maintain laptop imaging and provisioning processes
• Implement and manage patch management strategies
• Oversee Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions
• Windows Server Administration (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies)
• Implement and maintain backup and recovery solutions
• Monitor and optimize application performance and security
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members
• Manage and maintain existing on-premises VMWare virtualization platforms
• Assist in planning and executing migrations from legacy systems to modern infrastructure solutions

Benefits

• Flexible schedule: Monday-Thursday in office, Friday's optional to work remote
• Competitive Base Salary + Annual Bonus
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Employer-matching 401(k) Program + Profit Sharing Program
• Student Debt Program - we'll contribute up to $10,000 towards your student loans!
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Program - purchase shares at a 15% discount
• Comprehensive and progressive Medical/Dental/Vision options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree