Senior Systems Engineer

Suntex Marina Investors, LLC•Dallas, TX

just now•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Systems Engineer is responsible for strategically leading the definition, implementation, and maintenance of best practices and robust strategies across our critical AWS and Microsoft 365 environments, encompassing security, compliance, user support, and ServiceNow integration. This role involves proactive problem management, root cause analysis, and the implementation of preventative measures to ensure the highest levels of reliability, security, and performance. The Senior System Engineer will drive continuous improvement initiatives, provide expert-level support and guidance, and educate technical teams on new cloud-based strategies and technologies. This position demands exceptional problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills to optimize our cloud infrastructure, identity management systems, and service management platform, directly impacting business productivity and efficiency.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience administering Office 365, Windows Server (2016, 2022, 2025), Group Policy, and Active Directory
Five or more years of experience with patching/deployment
Five or more years of experience in designing, developing, and implementing cloud solutions on AWS platforms
Knowledge of web service APIs; REST, SOAP, and RPC or similar
Requires excellent people skills
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills
Expert knowledge of M365, Microsoft operating systems, AWS, networking equipment, firewalls, virtual private networks, and wireless access points
Expert knowledge of networking technologies and Meraki administration
Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting networks, integrated systems, and desktop hardware
Understanding of web-related terminologies and software such as web applications, web related protocols, service-oriented architectures, and web services(IIS).
Cloudflare DNS management

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of computer forensic tools, data loss prevention methods, and disaster recovery methods is a plus
General experience with MSSQL database administration
Experience with ServiceNow or another similar tool a plus
AWS, AZ Foundational+, MS Foundational+ certifications, GCP certification
Network+, CCNA, or other networking certs a plus
CySA, Security+ or other cyber security certs a plus

Responsibilities

Define, document, and teach best practices and strategies regarding AWS infrastructure maintenance, server and cloud environments.
Recommend improvements, administers, and maintains Microsoft 365 services (user management, licensing, security, core applications).
Manages security and compliance within the M365 environment (policies, threat monitoring, DLP).
Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves technical issues related to Microsoft 365 services.
Plans, implements, and migrates to new M365 features and services.
Creates documentation, provides training, and drives continuous improvement of the M365 environment.
Improves and manages endpoint security and configuration via Microsoft Intune (enrollment, compliance, app deployment).
Implements and manages MDM/MAM policies for secure mobile device and application access.
Manages and maintains the Okta identity and access management platform (user provisioning, SSO, MFA, security policies).
Manage and improve cloud environment in accordance with company security guidelines
Assist network team with administration of Meraki network infrastructure
Troubleshoot incidents, identify root causes, fix and document problems, and implement preventive measures
Educate teams on the implementation of new cloud-based initiatives, providing associated training when necessary
Demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills, with an ability to see and solve issues to minimize effect on business productivity
Asset management best practices
Occasional travel may be necessary
Provides expert direction for the use and configuration of our tools