The Role
Designs, implements, supports, and optimizes Windows-based server and network infrastructures for clients. Leads server, application, data, and network migrations, configures switches, firewalls, and routers, and resolves complex technical issues autonomously. Provides technology design, project planning, escalation support, root-cause analysis, client interaction, training, and mentorship. The role involves primarily server and network projects, with on-site client visits and responsibility for managing schedules and project delivery.
Summary Generated by Built In
Senior Systems Engineer
iVenture: No Mediocre Experiences Here
At iVenture, we are more than just an IT company; we are a team of problem solvers and critical thinkers who personalize service and aim to do it right the first time. For over two decades, iVenture has built a legacy of excellence in solving IT problems with a relentless commitment to service, impacting our clients every day with expertise, execution, and experience.
The Impact You Will Create
As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be at the forefront of driving high-impact projects that shape the IT infrastructure for our growing client base. Your role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and supporting advanced solutions influencing both internal operations and our external clients' success directly.
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking a self-starter who can:
- Strategically implement and support Microsoft Windows server technologies and related applications.
- Configure and optimize network equipment like switches, firewalls, and routers.
- Lead system and network migration projects for networks ranging from 10 to 250 users, owning all aspects of data and application migrations.
- Organize and execute server, application and data migration projects, ranging from 2 days to 8 weeks in duration
- Tackle high-level projects with significant autonomy, scheduling, and problem-solving.
Who You Are
A dynamic IT professional with:
A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years in supporting Windows desktop technologies and client/server applications in a Windows-based network environment including:
- Microsoft Windows Server, current/latest version of Exchange (or other enterprise mail systems)
- Active Directory, Group Policy
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP network fundamentals and related equipment (switches, routers, etc.)
- Virtualization experience required (VMWare/Hyper-V)
- All current Microsoft Desktop Operating Systems (7/8/10)
- Experience with VDI technologies required (XenApp/RDS or other virtual desktop infrastructure)
- Managing Microsoft Office 365 platform/Office Suite
- High level of knowledge on one or more specialized technologies, such as messaging, databases, Citrix, virtualization, etc.
- A drive for continuous learning and development
A Day in the Life
You will interact with team members and clients regularly on technology design and planning, project scopes, iVenture accepted practices, and issue resolution. Your time during a typical week will be spent on 70% server/network projects, 20% design, support escalations and root cause identification, 5% training, and 5% admin/meetings.
The ability to manage your schedule effectively is crucial, offering you flexibility and autonomy. While you'll have the freedom to shape your workdays, availability and ownership are key, with flex days provided to balance extensive work periods. Given the need for on-site client visits, you require a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Smoking is prohibited at all client sites and iVenture offices.
Successful applicants will also undergo criminal, employment, credit, and motor vehicle background checks to ensure alignment with our high standards.
Why This Role Matters
Your work directly impacts the efficiency and security of IT systems that empower our clients. You will:
- Contribute to critical IT solutions that enhance client operations.
- Engage with team members and clients to ensure the delivery of high-standard IT services.
- Provide mentorship and expertise within our team, shaping the future of our culture and IT landscape.
Benefits
iVenture: A Place to Thrive
Your Path Here
- Measured Impact: Your performance will be measured through billable hours, ticket SLA adherence, and successful completion of projects on time and within budget.
- Growth Opportunities: With dedicated career paths, you have great growth potential. Start in a junior role and work your way up or pivot into a principal consultant or solution sales engineer roles, shaping strategic IT roadmaps for our clients. In fact, iVenture had 59 internal promotions last year alone!
Robust Benefits and Fair Compensation
- Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
- Retirement Savings: Benefit from a 401K plan with a 4% match to help secure your future.
- Health and Wellness: Stay active with a FitOn membership, offering free sessions at local gyms and studios.
- Paid Time Off: Start with 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year, increasing to 4 weeks in your second year.
- Family Support: Take advantage of paid maternity, paternity, and foster leave to support your family needs.
- Professional Development: Enhance your skills with paid certifications, training days, and access to our virtual lab.
- Salary: An attractive compensation package awaits the successful candidate.
A Culture Like No Other
- Work/Life Balance: Experience the flexibility of working from home and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Employee Recognition: Celebrate milestones with a $200 credit to spend in our iVenture Company Store on your anniversary and enjoy our quarterly team outings.
- Continuous Feedback: Engage in a culture of growth and improvement with our 360-degree feedback system—where your voice is heard and valued.
iVenture is nationally certified as a "Great Place to Work" by our team because of our commitment to an employee-focused culture. Join iVenture Solutions, where your work impacts every day, driving resolutions and inspiring change for a better, more efficient, and secure future
About
For more than 20 years, iVenture has been solving IT problems by providing personalized service and solutions with a relentless commitment to service. iVenture is built on the foundation of delivering premium IT experiences, which guides every aspect of our operation. We impact our clients every day with our expertise, execution and experience. Expertise: Our people have the experience and knowledge to deliver solutions proactively, committed to solving client issues and establishing trust.Execution: Supporting and empowering clients, deeply committed to robust service standards.Experience: Integrity guides our people, resulting in satisfied clients who appreciate the difference we make.At iVenture, we are problem solvers and critical thinkers who personalize service and do it right the first time. Relentlessly committed to the highest standards, iVenture drives resolution and inspires change by proactively resolving IT, cloud and cybersecurity challenges. Unique in the industry, we work for our clients the way that we work for our people; through impactful relationships and deep understanding. With 20+ years of operations under our belt, we bring unparalleled technical experience to the service of others, for a better, more efficient and secure future. Learn more about what our employees say about us here: Great Place to WorkNo office politics, no dead-ends. We mean what we say and expect the same.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- 5+ years supporting Windows desktop technologies and client/server applications in Windows-based network environments
- Experience with Microsoft Windows Server
- Experience with Microsoft Exchange or another enterprise email system
- Experience with Active Directory and Group Policy
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, switches, and routers
- Virtualization experience with VMware or Hyper-V
- Experience with current Microsoft desktop operating systems
- Experience with VDI technologies such as XenApp or RDS
- Experience managing Microsoft Office 365 and Office Suite
- High-level knowledge of at least one specialized technology, such as messaging, databases, Citrix, or virtualization
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
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