IT Systems Engineer
Verinext
Software Engineering, IT
Birmingham, AL, USA
Posted on Oct 2, 2025
Position: IT Systems Engineer
We are seeking an IT Systems Engineer to join our team. This individual will play a key role in managing and supporting our IT infrastructure, as well as serving as backup for several critical systems.
(This is a 24/7 environment that may require responses on the weekends and off hours. Applicants must be open to participating in an on-call rotation that includes weekend availability)
Requirements:
- Strong background in VMware vCenter, with proven experience in managing and troubleshooting virtual environments.
- Solid experience with VMware Horizon (currently known as Omnissa), including deployment and administration.
- Basic understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and strong troubleshooting skills.
- 1–2 years of experience administering Active Directory (users, devices, and Group Policy Objects).
- Basic knowledge of on-premises Microsoft Exchange Server and hybrid connectivity with Exchange Online.
- Exposure to enterprise storage platforms such as Dell PowerStore, Pure Storage, and OsNexus.
- 1–2 years of hands-on experience with Windows Server (2016, 2019) installation, configuration, and maintenance.
- Understanding of Distributed File System (DFS) concepts and administration.
- This is a 24/7 environment that may require responses on the weekends and off hours. Must be able to participate in an on-call rotation that includes weekend availability.
Desired Attributes:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Effective communication skills for collaborating across technical and non-technical teams.
- Eagerness to learn and grow into advanced responsibilities within infrastructure and systems engineering.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certifications: VMware Certified Professional (VCP), MCSA/MCSE in Windows Server or Microsoft365, Dell EMC or Pure Storage, CCNA or equivalent.
- Advanced VMware experience: vSphere, vCenter advanced features (HA, DRS, vMotion), Horizon architecture (Connection Servers, UAG, load balancing), planning and migrations.
- Enterprise Storage Administration: SAN/NAS, storage provisioning, replication, and DR tools (e.g.,Veeam, Zerto).
- Active Directory & Identity Management: Group Policy design, Azure AD Connect, conditional access, MFA, modern identity security practices.
- Networking & Security: VLANs, ACLs, firewalls (Cisco, OPNsense, Palo Alto), DNS/DHCP management.
- Windows Server & Infrastructure: Advanced Windows Server 2016/2019/2022, clustering, RDS, DFS troubleshooting.
- Messaging & Collaboration: Hybrid Exchange, Exchange Online migrations, Office 365 administration.
- Cloud familiarity (Azure, AWS) for hybrid/DR scenarios.
- Experience in ITIL-based service management processes.
- Ability to lead or mentor junior engineers.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)