System Engineer

BlackHawk Data is one of the fastest-growing, woman-owned IT solution providers in the country. They are seeking a System Engineer to design, implement, and maintain the company’s IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business operations.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise identity solutions using Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including conditional access policies, identity governance frameworks, and SSO integrations across hybrid environments
• Manage, monitor, and optimize Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, Intune, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Administer core network services (DNS, DHCP, etc) and automate routine tasks using PowerShell scripting and Microsoft Graph API
• Deploy and manage Azure services including virtual machines, virtual networks, application gateways, and hybrid connectivity solutions
• Administer enterprise virtualization platforms and hyper-converged infrastructures
• Manage server hardware such as Dell vxRail, Cisco UCS, and standalone servers
• Oversee enterprise storage systems, SAN/NAS, and Fiber Channel fabrics
• Maintain and support Linux-based systems (Ubuntu, RHEL, CentOS, etc)
• Perform system hardening, patch management, and configuration management using industry best practices
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and optimize performance
• Lead cloud infrastructure initiatives within Azure and AWS platforms, including VPC design, EC2/compute, S3 storage solutions, and Route53 DNS services
• Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using Terraform and Ansible
• Develop system automation scripting solutions using Python, Bash, and PowerShell
• Manage development and version control using Git with GitHub/GitLab platforms
• Deploy and manage comprehensive security solutions including EDR, MDR, email security gateways, and DNS filtering
• Implement and maintain NMS, PSA, and centralized logging solutions
• Conduct proactive system health monitoring, optimization, and incident response
• Provide Tier 3 technical support for critical enterprise systems, ensuring 99.9% uptime, rapid issue resolution, and infrastructure performance
• Design and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available system architectures following industry standards and compliance requirements
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation including system configs, SOPs, runbooks, and BC/DR plans
• Evaluate, test, and implement emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency and security posture
• Lead system integration projects and automation initiatives

Requirements:

• 7+ years of progressive experience in systems engineering, infrastructure administration, or related IT roles with increasing responsibility
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
• Proven track record of leading technical projects and mentoring junior staff members
• Expert-level proficiency with Microsoft technologies including Active Directory, Microsoft 365 administration, Exchange Online, and PowerShell scripting
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) including conditional access, identity governance, privileged access management, and SSO
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Defender for Endpoint, and RMM tools
• Hands-on experience with Azure services including virtual machines, virtual networks, application gateways, and storage solutions
• Hands-on experience with AWS services including VPCs, Route53, EC2, S3, and network security configurations
• Ability to design and implement cloud migrations and hybrid connectivity solutions
• Advanced enterprise expertise with VMware vSphere (ESXi, vCenter, NSX, vSAN)
• Proven experience managing enterprise server hardware (Dell vxRail, Cisco UCS)
• In-depth knowledge of enterprise storage technologies such as Pure Storage, NetApp, SAN/NAS solutions, and Fiber Channel fabric management
• Strong Linux administration skills on multiple distributions (Ubuntu, RHEL, CentOS)
• Experience with system hardening, patch management, config management tools
• Advanced scripting capabilities with PowerShell, Python, and Bash
• Proficiency with GitHub/GitLab, Git version control and pipeline integration
• Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible
• Comprehensive understanding of enterprise security tools including EDR, MDR, email security, and DNS filtering solutions
• Experience with NMS systems, SIEM platforms, and centralized logging solutions
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and security best practices
• Solid foundation in networking with TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, FW management
• Experience with hybrid identity models / federation services (ADFS, SAML, OAuth)
• Proven ability in system integration, API management, and automation
• Experience with enterprise monitoring tools and automated deployment solutions
• Working knowledge of ITIL practices and service management methodologies/tools
• Understanding of change management processes and documentation standards
• Strong project management capabilities with experience leading technical efforts
• Powerful troubleshooting / problem-solving skills with ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder interaction
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to system optimization
• Adaptable to evolving technologies and business needs