Sr Windows Systems Engineer

ACI Worldwide•Omaha, NE

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a seasoned and visionary Senior Windows Systems Engineer with deep expertise in Active Directory (AD), DNS, and adjacent Microsoft infrastructure technologies. Implements, configures and plays a lead role in the design of complex systems for internal and external customers. Assists in performing analysis on existing systems as well as system maintenance. Determines system specifications, input/output processes and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility. Coordinates design of subsystems and integration of total system. Identifies, analyzes and resolves program support deficiencies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.
5+ years of technical experience in product architecture and/or production IT environments
Previous experience in designing and implementing systems with a focus on scalability and high availability.
Experience with configuring and troubleshooting production environments, with at least 2 years in a senior-level role.
Deep experience in Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy, and PowerShell.
Proven track record of designing and implementing high-availability, multi-site, and secure Windows infrastructure solutions.
Strong understanding of authentication protocols (Kerberos, NTLM, LDAP), ADFS, Azure AD, and PKI.
Experience leading large-scale migrations, upgrades, and integration projects.

Nice To Haves

Experience with hybrid identity and cloud integration (e.g., Azure AD Connect, Microsoft Entra).
Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture, conditional access, and identity governance.
Knowledge of automation frameworks, infrastructure-as-code, and DevOps practices.
Experience with compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, SOX) and security hardening of Windows environments.

Responsibilities

Provides AOD centric architectural and operational oversight for the development of new or enhanced services and/or products.
Engineers and configures complex technical solutions for applications/systems implementations and upgrades based on specific business requirements. Solutions may be new, existing, in-house, third party or a combination.
Researches and evaluates new technologies and software products to determine feasibility and desirability of incorporating their capabilities within the company's products.
Formulates and executes test plans for Proof of Concepts.
Supports development and product teams by providing high-level analysis and AOD environment-based design reviews, performance, scalability and benchmark test guidance, and subject matter expertise in technology and design.
Perform other duties as assigned
Understand and adhere to all corporate policies to include but not limited to the ACI Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.