What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Engineer position at KORE1?
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Job Title: Systems Engineer
Description & Requirements:
This role is Onsite in Oxnard, CA & it’s a 6 months contract
KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for a Systems Engineer in Oxnard, CA
Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Engineer to support and enhance our IT infrastructure. This role is essential to the stability, security, and efficiency of our technology systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for the architecture, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of core systems that support municipal operations and services.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage Active Directory infrastructure including architecture and troubleshooting.
- Maintain and support physical and virtual server hardware across the organization.
- Architect, install, and support Windows Operating Systems, including patch management and OS/app updates.
- Administer robust backup and recovery solutions and ensure systems meet RPO/RTO requirements.
- Design and manage system/application patching strategies across environments.
- Handle certificate lifecycle management, including installation, renewal, and trust chain validation.
- Deploy, configure, and monitor system performance and availability using enterprise monitoring tools.
- Lead lifecycle management initiatives including asset tracking, upgrades, and retirement planning.
- Utilize PowerShell scripting to automate administrative tasks and configuration management.
- Design, manage, and troubleshoot VMWare and HyperV virtualization platforms.
- Support NAS/SAN infrastructure and storage networking systems.
- Ensure operational readiness through thorough documentation, change control, and knowledge sharing.
Required Experience:
Proficiency required in the following areas, including architecture, design, day-to-day operations, and troubleshooting:
- Active Directory
- Server Hardware
- Windows O/S
- Backup/Recovery Systems
- O/S & Application Patching
- Certificate Management
- System Monitoring Tools
- Lifecycle Management
- PowerShell Scripting
- Virtual Server Hardware
- VMWare
- NAS/SAN Solutions
- Storage System Networking
Nice to Have Skills:
Experience in the following areas is highly desirable:
- Linux O/S (RHEL/Ubuntu/SUSE)
- SFTP/FTP Tool Management
- IIS / Apache Web Server Management
- Advanced Certificate Management Architecture
- Advanced System Monitoring Design
- Cloud Infrastructure Solutions (Azure, AWS, etc.)
- Horizon Client Virtualization
- HyperV Management
- Advanced NAS/SAN Architecture
- Storage Network Design & Architecture
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Systems Engineer or similar infrastructure role
- Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., Microsoft, VMware, CompTIA, Cisco, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Compensation depends on experience but is typically $60-70/hr on W2
Salary : $60 - $70