Systems Engineer - Remote Position

Systems Engineer - Remote Position

Requisition #: req11059

Location: Remote within the U.S.; West Michigan Strongly Preferred

Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week)

Bethany is changing the world through family. We began our work by serving one child more than 75 years ago. Today, Bethany is an international Christian nonprofit partnering with communities in more than 30 states and in several countries around the world. We strengthen and preserve families, support displaced people fleeing danger, and find safe, loving families for children who need them. Bethany is at the forefront of creating and implementing solutions to meet the growing needs of vulnerable children and families in the U.S. and around the world.

The Systems Engineer will primarily be responsible for maintaining on-premises and cloud applications, servers, storage, cloud computing platforms, and networking equipment. This position will also plan, install, configure, and support all aspects of IT infrastructure to ensure reliable, secure, and cost-effective systems.

This position is expected to function effectively with limited supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state licensing regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, configure, deploy, and maintain applications, servers, storage, and network solutions, both on-premises and in the cloud;
• Research and evaluate new hardware and software solutions;
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and provide root cause analysis of issues and incidents;
• Proactively work to improve reliability, stability, and security of the cloud and on-premises environments;
• Plan, install, configure, and support Windows Server, SQL, Microsoft 365, Intune, and Azure Active Directory;
• Automate infrastructure management and maintenance with a focus on cloud-based solutions utilizing Infrastructure as Code best practices;
• Ensure solutions conform to current and future security regulations and compliance (PCI, HIPAA);
• Participate in weekend maintenance windows, after hour support calls, and be a part of an On-Call schedule;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or related field of study from an accredited university;
• Two (2) to five (5) years of prior relevant experience;
• Azure certifications, preferred;
• Proven work experience as a Systems, Cloud, or Server Administrator, preferred;
• Experience designing, developing, modifying, and troubleshooting complex Information Technology systems;
• Experience preferred with Microsoft servers and cloud infrastructure, Aruba, HPE, Ubiquiti, Fortinet, VMWare, and other vendors;
• Experience with Database, OS, Identity & Access and network management;
• Detailed knowledge of modern operating systems, setup, deployment, and maintenance;
• Ability to script in PowerShell or another scripting language to automate processes;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work with remote branches that are not technical;
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously;
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information;
• Computer and typing skills sufficient to perform essential job functions;
• Active motor vehicle license and maintain a reliable vehicle with adequate insurance coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitment.