Windows engineer/SCCM/VMware – Hybrid

Job Title: Windows engineer/SCCM/VMware
Rate: Open-Vendor W2
Duration: One year. Interested in candidates that will convert – full time possibly within six months.
Location: Hopkins, SC near Columbia SC – Will only look at candidates that are in a 1 hour commute to location
This is a remote area so looking for any industry experience as long as they have enterprise (Fortune 500) experience doing this job.

2 days a week at location. possibly Tue and Thurs

Description:

Windows Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Windows-based server and workstation systems within an organization, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability by managing configurations, patching, automating tasks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve issues related to the Windows infrastructure; key skills include proficiency in Active Directory, SCCM, VMWare, PowerShell scripting, system monitoring tools, and understanding of best practices for Windows server administration across various environments like on-premise and cloud platforms.
Key responsibilities may include:

System design and implementation:
· Architecting and deploying Windows server environments on-premises and in the cloud, including server configuration, network settings, and storage management.
Active Directory management:
· Managing user accounts, group policies, and security access controls within Active Directory.
Patch management:
· Applying security updates and patches to Windows systems in a timely manner to maintain system security.
Performance optimization:
· Monitoring system performance metrics and troubleshooting performance bottlenecks on Windows servers.
Automation and scripting:
· Developing PowerShell scripts to automate repetitive tasks like system configuration, deployment, and reporting.
Security administration:
· Implementing security best practices on Windows systems, including user access controls, encryption, and vulnerability scanning.
Incident response:
· Investigating and resolving Windows system related issues, including troubleshooting network connectivity, application errors, and system crashes.
Capacity planning:
· Proactively assessing system capacity and planning for future hardware upgrades or scaling needs.
Documentation:
· Maintaining comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting guides.
VMWare:
· Design, implement, and troubleshoot complex Windows, active directory, Microsoft Hyper-V, and VMware environments. Administer systems infrastructure both on-premises and in the cloud, including VMware cloud solutions.
SCCM:
· The SCCM Engineer will be responsible for maintaining, configuring, and support of desktop technologies in a distributed environment. The SCCM Engineer will be responsible for software distribution and patch management as well as building and deploying software packages to workstations.

Required skills:
· Expert knowledge of Windows Server operating systems (Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022}
· Experience with SCCM
· Experience with VMware a strong plus
· Experience with HPE hardware. (Hewlett Packard Enterprise)
· Strong understanding of Active Directory and Group Policy management
· Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation
· Experience with system monitoring tools (e.g., System Center Operations Manager, Splunk)
· Knowledge of network protocols and security best practices
· Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
· Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams

Interested candidates email your resume to alex@amtexenterprises.com & shabu@amtexenterprises.com