Sr Systems Engineer

What We Need

The Sr Systems Engineer at WE Communications will be a member of the Systems Engineering team that is responsible for the implementation and support of our global IT infrastructure. The IT infrastructure is based on a hybrid implementation of Azure/Office 365 and on-prem services that support a highly mobile work force across 21 global offices. The ideal candidate will be familiar with the implementation and operations of on prem Windows environments, Microsoft 365 and Azure technologies spanning the M365 E5 suite of services.

What you'll be doing

Job responsibilities will require a functional understanding & design experience of the following technologies. 3+ years of experience is recommended.

Azure AD, Azure AD Connect, Conditional Access, 0365 Administration, Azure MFA, Sentinel

Intune (experience with Windows Autopilot)

Active Directory (on premises and Azure AD) & Group Policy Management

Azure IaaS

Enterprise endpoint protection (Microsoft Defender or similar)

Exchange 2016 or greater and/or Exchange Online

Windows Server 2012 or newer

Virtual Machine Management with Hyper-V (or VMware)

Windows 10 or greater

PowerShell Scripting

Microsoft System Center Operations and Configuration Manager

Familiarity with Zero Trust principles

Familiarity with macOS preferred

JAMF mac administration preferred

What you've been able to accomplish

In addition to direct management of these technologies, the Sr Systems Engineer will be responsible for and participate in the following:

Coordination and execution of Systems Engineering projects.

Maintain network and system documentation.

Solve complex technical issues, both independently as well as with collaboration with colleagues and vendors.

Monthly server and client patching

Tier 3 escalations and break/fix

Build roadmaps, recommend new technologies, develop processes.

Research industry trends and future-state technologies and incorporate that knowledge to future-proof our infrastructure.

Recommend IT policies and standards associated with IT operations.

Participate in the design and implementation of Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity plans

Vendor relationship and engagement management, and initiate capital purchases.

Server warranty contracts, Microsoft EA annual true-ups, and other service contracts.

Participation in the Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan.

Mentorship of junior members of the team by providing training, documentation, and technical on-the-job coaching.

Salary: The target range of base salary in all locations within the United States for this role is $92,000 - $129,000 per year. Actual salary is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to business needs, level of responsibility, skill set, level of experience, and geographical location.

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About Us

WE Communications:

WE is one of the largest communications and integrated marketing agencies in the world. We’re independent, we’re all about our people — both our clients and our employees — and we believe in the power of communications to move audiences to positive action.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping translate complex innovations into powerful, persuasive stories. Our sector expertise across key verticals — including technology, healthcare, consumer, and brand purpose — translates into insights and strategies that are informed, current and credible.

We work with companies that are embracing the ever-evolving digital world to reinvent themselves, to deliver new value to their customers or reach them in new ways and ultimately improve people’s lives.

Equal Opportunity: WE provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant because of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or other legally protected class status.

Diversity and Inclusion: WE values a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We promote an atmosphere in which diversity of people and ideas are welcomed and valued. Diversity includes differences in race, religion, gender identity or expression, age, lifestyle, ethnic background and sexual orientation as well as differences in experiences and ideas.