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System Engineer

ANCHOR Recruiting Group
Ashburn, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/23/2026

System Engineer


Our client is a highly respected Managed Service Provider (MSP) known for empowering IT professionals to excel. With a strong foundation in modern technology and a proactive, solutions-driven approach, they foster an environment where motivated individuals can thrive. The company deeply values its team and invests in ongoing professional growth and development.


Role Overview

They are seeking a Systems Engineer who will play a key role in building and maintaining high-performance network systems for a diverse client base. In this role, you’ll design and implement innovative technical solutions while providing expert support and maintenance. You’ll be an essential contributor to ensuring reliable, seamless technology operations—all within a well-established framework of proven best practices.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and support client network and computing infrastructure.
  • Perform administration of servers and virtual server clusters.
  • Install, configure, and maintain network hardware, systems, services, equipment, and devices.
  • Monitor and apply performance-enhancing changes to network architectures.
  • Monitor and maintain network security systems and technologies.
  • Administer software and network security.
  • Maintain user account, permission, email, and threat management methodologies.
  • Manage system back-up and restore protocols.
  • Document network problems and resolutions for future reference.
  • Create and maintain documentation for all aspects of hardware, networks, and systems including key standards and processes.
  • Travel to and from client work sites as needed with personal vehicle.
  • Work on-call after hours support rotation as needed.
  • Be available after hours/weekends for project work as needed.
  • Monitor queue and cover support extension and remote tickets as needed.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology preferred.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of network administration, design, and execution experience.
  • Minimum 1-2 years of IT management-related experience.
  • 1-2 years of prior experience and the demonstrated ability to be successful in a client-focused environment.
  • Experience with Windows, Apple OS, HP/Aruba, Cisco Systems, and SonicWall.
  • Experience in network infrastructure including switches, routers, cabling, racks, firewalls, LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, UDP, Latency, VPN, Terminal Services, VolP, and QoS.
  • Web development knowledge.
  • Experience with Azure and AWS.
  • Experience in VMWare virtualization and Active Directory.
  • Understanding of in-house systems architecture and cloud-based architectures required.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, as well as providing clear communications via email and in person to clients and business associates.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting and excels when working both independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to accurately track timekeeping.


If you are interested in joining an organization that offers growth, challenge and an opportunity to work in a variety of industries, please send your resume for immediate consideration.

Salary : $75,000 - $100,000

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