Wednesday, 27 November 2013

Job: Senior Microsoft Systems Engineer

Job Summary

Company
Align Communications Inc.​
Location
New York City, NY 10004
Industries
Management Consulting Services
Computer Software
Computer/​IT Services
Job Type
Full Time
Employee
Years of Experience
5+​ to 7 Years
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Salary

Competative Salary, Comprehensive Benefits, Progrsssive Bonuses, and Paid Training
Job Reference Code
1357

About the Job

Senior Microsoft Systems Engineer

Position Overview

Align seeks an experienced and motivated Senior Systems Engineer with a focus on Microsoft products and platforms. Candidates must have experience in designing, implementing, administering and supporting distributed systems for our growing Systems & Networks solution. The ideal candidate will have expert-level knowledge of Windows Server (2008/2012), solid MS Exchange (2007/2010/2013) experience and broad Microsoft product knowledge. Current Microsoft (MCSA/MCSE/MCSM) certification is strongly desired. Virtualization experience is a plus.
·    This position is responsible for design and implementation of various Microsoft technologies
·    This position will be based out of our New York City Office but will require work to be regularly performed at client locations throughout the New York metropolitan area.
·    Some travel may be required
·    This is a full-time position offering full benefits, a competitive salary, paid training and progressive bonuses
Responsibilities
·    Assist on various design and implementation projects as it relates to Microsoft technologies
·    Lead Microsoft Exchange migrations and upgrades
·    Install, upgrade and remove server and/or desktop applications
·    Install, upgrade, repair and replace user workstations (hardware and software)
·    Follow predefined operating procedures to ensure that clients, systems and information are properly followed
·    Perform direct follow-up with clients regarding remediation where appropriate
·    Interface with other elements of the client support structure including tracking client issues, updating client tickets and ensuring closure
Qualifications
·    Five or more years of relevant, hands-on experience supporting Windows-based information systems
·    Expert level knowledge and hands-on experience designing, deploying, and administering MS Windows Server (2008/2012) Server and MS Exchange (2007/2010/2013) environments is required
·    Current Windows certification (MCSE) strongly preferred
·    Systems management, optimization tuning, high-availability configurations (Microsoft Clustering, etc.), antivirus
·    Hands-on, in-depth expertise with Microsoft Windows Architecture: SQL Server, Active Directory (AD) Exchange, Group Policy, Remote Installation Services
·    Expert knowledge of TCP/IP protocols, DNS, WINS and DHCP
·    Strong knowledge of SQL Server 2000/2005/2008/2012 administration (migrations, clustering a plus)
·    Understanding of enterprise data center technologies including networking, security, TCP/IP, SAN and NAS and physical data center practices
·    Solid general understanding of distributed computing concepts, including the principles of network routing and client/server technologies
·    Experience with documentation for system builds, configurations and support procedures
·    Experience with diverse hardware platforms (Dell, IBM, HP, Blades) 
·    Systems deployment, server migration, MS Exchange upgrade, systems integration, server consolidation and virtualization project experience is desired
·    Experience with thin-client technologies, Terminal Services, Citrix XenDesktop, XenApp is a plus
·    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS or related field preferred.

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