Senior Systems Engineer – Islandia, NY
Highstreet IT’s Network solutions division is searching for talented Senior Systems Engineering professionals to join an elite team of Service implementation specialists.
- Roles & Responsibilities:
o Provide post-sales implementation resources for deployment and support of mostly Microsoft systems and possibly Cisco networking technologies.
o Develop, implement, and troubleshoot network infrastructure which includes firewall, routers, switches, and ISP backbone.
o Develop, implement, and troubleshoot systems infrastructure which includes Active Directory, MS Exchange Messaging services, and Microsoft File/Print services.
o Possess extensive working knowledge and understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, WINS and DHCP, particularly as it relates to Cisco and Microsoft technologies.
o Work closely with pre-sales engineers and project management to ensure that implementation services are carried out with the utmost quality while maintaining stakeholder expectations.
o Provide network consulting services on assessment and implementation for enterprise customers based on requirements and technologies fit
o Oral and Written presentation of detailed design documents and client training demonstrations.
Job Requirements:
o Minimum of 5 years’ experience deploying and supporting enterprise networking and systems infrastructures with multiple sites.
o Minimum of an associate’s degree, however Bachelors/Masters in technology-related studies is preferred.
o Possess a forward-thinking mindset that can assist in identifying risks and constraints, as well as the ability to work around challenges with due diligence.
o Good understanding of sales processes and experience in working with VAR (value added reseller) systems integrators.
o Proficient in WAN, LAN, firewall, load balancing , and other network technologies and concepts.
o Extensive hands on experience administering Microsoft systems.
o MCP, MCSE preferred
o Experience and understanding “beyond the network” in a service provider environment, (i.e.: cognizant of the “big picture”).
o In-depth knowledge and understanding of the communication functions and constraints of components which traverse a network such as server applications, databases, and storage..
o Strong and effective interpersonal skills with comfort in delivering presentations to groups.
o Motivated self-starter with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
o Ability to meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities to meet business goals.
o Demonstrated strong customer service orientation.
o Must possess stellar oral communications and writing skills.
Highly Desirable:
o Experience working with Cisco Wireless Solutions.
o Experience working with Citrix solutions.
o Experience in SAN storage; EMC, EqualLogic, NetAPP, Compellent,
o Experience/certification with VMware ESX 3,4, and 5.
o Experience/certification with Microsoft Hyper–V 2008 R2 and 2012.
o Preferable to have MCSE or MCP in Microsoft server 2008 or 2012;
o ITIL certification is a plus.
o Experience with a variety of server hardware platforms including HP, IBM, Cisco UCS, and Dell server technologies.
To Apply Send Your Resume To: michelle@turningpointsearch.