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Systems Engineer

Top Prospect Group, Inc.
Hartford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 5/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026

If you’re the kind of engineer who enjoys getting into real infrastructure—servers, networks, Microsoft environments, and hands-on problem solving across client systems—this is a role where your work directly shapes how businesses stay secure, connected, and operational.


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$100-119K

Hybrid in CT

Windows Server, Hyper-V, VMWare, O365, Azure, Firewalls, Network Troubleshooting, IT Infrastructure Installations

MSP Experience


We are seeking a Server / Project Engineer to support and implement server, network, and infrastructure solutions for small to mid-sized business environments. This is a hands-on, client-facing role focused on both project delivery and ongoing technical support across a wide range of IT systems.


Key Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and support servers, networks, and IT infrastructure at client sites and remotely
  • Support Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and IIS
  • Administer Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, Azure integrations) and support hybrid environments
  • Troubleshoot virtualization platforms including VMware and Hyper-V
  • Maintain and support network infrastructure including switches, VLANs, Wi-Fi, QoS, and VoIP systems
  • Configure firewalls, VPNs, and endpoint security tools (MFA, EDR, MDR, antivirus)
  • Participate in infrastructure projects, upgrades, and deployments
  • Provide occasional after-hours and weekend support on a rotating basis
  • Travel to client sites as needed (typically within a two-hour radius)

Required Experience

  • 5 years in a systems/server/network engineering or infrastructure support role
  • Strong experience with Windows Server and Microsoft 365 administration
  • Solid understanding of Active Directory, Group Policy, and core networking services
  • Experience with VMware or Hyper-V virtualization
  • Knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, and network security tools
  • Hands-on troubleshooting of LAN/WAN, wireless, and VoIP environments
  • Strong communication and client-facing skills

Preferred

  • Certifications such as Microsoft, Security , Network , A , or SonicWall
  • Experience in fast-paced MSP or multi-client environments


Company Description
Top Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 25 years
of experience in Information Technology and Creative Staffing. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. Top Prospect Group meets with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are then able to provide a more consistent recruitment process.

Salary : $100,000 - $119,000

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