Level 3 Systems Engineer

redShift•East Greenbush, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our growing and highly respected technology services client is seeking a Level 3 Systems Engineer to serve in a critical technical leadership capacity. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced infrastructure professional who enjoys both hands-on engineering and team leadership responsibilities. This role combines advanced systems engineering, cloud architecture, project leadership, and operational strategy within a fast-paced, client-focused environment. The ideal candidate is someone who can confidently lead complex technical initiatives while mentoring engineers and communicating effectively with executive stakeholders. As a senior-level technical leader, you will play a central role in designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise infrastructure solutions across hybrid and cloud environments. You'll work closely with leadership teams, technical staff, and clients to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient technology solutions. This is a “player-coach” role that requires both strategic thinking and hands-on technical expertise.

Requirements

Extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (IaaS & PaaS environments)
Extensive hands-on experience with Hybrid cloud infrastructure
Extensive hands-on experience with VMware and Hyper-V virtualization
Extensive hands-on experience with Enterprise networking and firewall technologies
Extensive hands-on experience with Backup and disaster recovery platforms
Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices and compliance frameworks
Experience leading technical projects and supporting enterprise environments

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with SonicWall or Cisco firewall platforms
Familiarity with Veeam backup solutions
Familiarity with MSP operational platforms and RMM tools
Familiarity with Healthcare or regulated industry compliance environments
Azure and security certifications are a plus, though practical experience is highly valued

Responsibilities

Lead architecture, migration, and optimization projects involving Microsoft Azure and hybrid environments
Design and support secure, scalable cloud infrastructure solutions for a diverse client base
Implement and maintain virtualization technologies including VMware and Hyper-V
Oversee backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions
Mentor and support a team of engineers and technical staff
Provide escalation support and technical guidance for complex issues
Collaborate with leadership on operational improvements, technical standards, and strategic planning
Help foster a positive, high-performing technical culture focused on service excellence
Lead major infrastructure and migration projects from planning through implementation
Participate in client meetings, discovery sessions, and strategic planning discussions
Translate technical concepts into practical business solutions for non-technical stakeholders
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client expectations
Support and maintain cybersecurity and compliance initiatives
Work with security frameworks and compliance standards such as NIST and CMMC
Assist clients with infrastructure security assessments and remediation strategies