OCONUS Server Systems Engineer 2

Columbia Technology Partners • Anchorage, AK

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Server Systems Engineer 2 to support the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise computer systems. This role is responsible for ensuring system reliability, performance, and security across server and workstation environments. This is a full-time, day shift position (Monday-Friday) located in Anchorage, Alaska. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with system architecture, troubleshooting, and operational support within a dynamic technical environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience) and 14+ years of System Engineering experience.
• Experience designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise systems and infrastructure
• Strong understanding of system architecture, networking, and server operations, including performance optimization
• Knowledge of system backup/recovery, data integrity practices, and ability to communicate technical concepts to end users
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
• DOD 8570 Certification
• This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Design and define system architecture for new and existing computer systems
• Maintain and support enterprise computer systems, including configuration, updates, and overall system health
• Provide technical support across networks, software, hardware, system configurations, and architectures
• Troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex hardware and software issues
• Install, upgrade, and maintain operating systems and layered software packages
• Monitor and optimize system performance to ensure efficiency and reliability
• Ensure system and data integrity through implementation of standard hardware and software solutions
• Execute and maintain system backups and database archive operations to support data recoverability
• Conduct hardware and software audits to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines
• Support system security and performance to meet user and operational requirements
• Evaluate existing systems and contribute to long-term planning and technical strategy
• Train end users on proper use of hardware and software
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members as needed

Benefits

• Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
• Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
• Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
• PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
• Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
• Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.
• Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
• Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior