Systems & Network Engineer

Rochester Midland Corporation•Rochester, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Rochester Midland Corporation is seeking a versatile Systems & Network Engineer to join our IT team. In this hybrid role, you will be the primary architect and guardian of our on-premise infrastructure. You will balance traditional System Administration with core Network Engineering, ensuring our Microsoft-centric environment is high-performing, secure, and resilient.

Requirements

5+ years of experience as a Systems and Network engineer or similar experience.
Strong knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory
Scripting and automation experience, e.g. PowerShell or Python.
Knowledge of SQL Server administration.
Strong grasp of TCP/IP, VLANs, DHCP/DNS, and Firewall management.
Experience with enterprise-grade hardware (HPE, Dell, or Cisco).
Strong organizational and attention to detail
Effective problem-solving skills to overcome challenges.
Ability to talk to business leaders in collaboration surrounding design, architecture and delivery of multi-faceted solutions.
Good understanding of IAM (Identity and access management) tools and protocols
Strong administrative level experience with Microsoft 365
Good understanding of AI usage, e.g. CoPilot.

Nice To Haves

Azure AD /Entra is nice to have.

Responsibilities

Systems Administration (40%)
Microsoft Ecosystem Management: Administer Windows Server environments, Active Directory/GPO, and Office 365 integration.
Virtualization: Manage and optimize our on-premise server footprint (VMware), ensuring high availability and resource efficiency.
Storage & Backup: Maintain enterprise storage solutions (SAN/NAS) and lead disaster recovery (DR) testing and backup verification.
Network Engineering (40%)
Infrastructure Design: Configure and maintain core switching, routing, and wireless infrastructure across our facilities.
Connectivity: Manage Site-to-Site VPNs and remote access solutions to ensure seamless connectivity for our distributed workforce.
Performance Tuning: Monitor network traffic and bandwidth to identify bottlenecks and implement proactive optimizations.
Security & Compliance (20%)
Perimeter Defense: Manage enterprise firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and content filtering.
Vulnerability Management: Lead patch management cycles for servers and network gear; ensure endpoint protection is deployed and updated.
Access Control: Maintain the principle of least privilege through robust IAM (Identity and Access Management) practices.