Systems Engineer to lead infrastructure modernization using Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and
- Permanent
Our financial services client is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (10+ years) to lead infrastructure modernization using Microsoft Azure, Microsoft , and hybrid cloud environments
Join a team driving enterprise infrastructure modernization and cloud transformation initiatives within a highly regulated financial services environment. This role focuses on Microsoft Azure, Microsoft , hybrid infrastructure, automation, security remediation, and operational stability across large-scale enterprise systems. The position provides ownership over infrastructure modernization, cloud adoption strategies, and complex enterprise support initiatives. This is an initial 3-month engagement with potential conversion to permanent hire.
Must Haves
- 10+ years in enterprise infrastructure, systems engineering, and senior systems administration
- Advanced administration of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft , hybrid cloud, Entra ID, and Active Directory
- Advanced PowerShell scripting, infrastructure automation, and Infrastructure-as-Code
- Administration of Windows Server //, VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, DNS, and DHCP
- Experience supporting enterprise environments with 1,+ users
Nice to Have
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- Microsoft Enterprise Administrator Expert
- Cybersecurity, compliance, and governance experience within regulated industries
- Financial services, banking, mortgage, or lending industry experience
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and support enterprise-scale Windows Server and Azure infrastructure
- Lead Microsoft administration, governance, optimization, and security initiatives
- Architect and administer Azure services including virtual machines, networking, storage, backup, identity, and monitoring
- Develop PowerShell automation to streamline operational tasks and reduce manual effort
- Lead infrastructure patching, lifecycle management, system upgrades, and platform modernization efforts
- Partner with cybersecurity teams on vulnerability remediation, compliance controls, and audit readiness
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior infrastructure team members