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Senior Systems & Cloud Engineer

Png Telecommunications
1 day ago
Full-time
Remote
United States
$90,000 - $115,000 USD yearly
Full-time
Description

Who we are

Behind every one of our solutions is our greatest asset: our people. At Powernet, we are driven in our individual roles and by our collective goals – both in our work, and in the community. Through our collaborative working mindset and spirit of innovation, Powernet offers a welcoming work environment that aligns professional and personal growth with real business results, a combination that can benefit anyone looking to take the next step in their career.


Who You Are

You are a senior-level technical leader and trusted advisor who blends deep engineering expertise with a consultant’s mindset. You thrive on solving complex infrastructure puzzles, leading client-facing pre-sales discussions, and architecting modernization strategies for Microsoft Azure and AWS. Your background is heavily rooted in core systems, identity, and infrastructure engineering rather than application development or DevOps pipelines.


Perks You'll Enjoy

  • 5 Weeks PTO
  • Remote Work
  • Anniversary Gift Plan
  • Employee referral program
  • Annual wellness credit
  • Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance available
  • HSA Account
  • 401k matching


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Pre-Sales & Scoping: Participate in client discovery meetings to assess existing on-premises infrastructure, identify risks, and develop hybrid/cloud migration strategies.
  • Solution Architecture: Translate client requirements into technical documentation, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and implementation estimates.
  • Project Execution: Serve as the technical lead for core infrastructure projects, driving them from pre-sales assessment through implementation and lifecycle support.
  • Cloud & Modernization: Lead migrations from traditional on-premises environments to Azure and AWS, executing initiatives like Active Directory consolidation, OS modernization, and Office 365/Exchange moves.
  • Escalation Support: Serve as the senior escalation point for the NOC and engineering teams to resolve complex server, virtualization, and cloud infrastructure issues.
  • Infrastructure Management: Design, maintain, and support Windows Server environments, backup/disaster recovery strategies, system monitoring, and detailed technical documentation.
  • Culture: Support and promote the mission, values, and principles of Powernet.
Requirements

Core Technical Areas & Experience

  • Experience: 7+ years designing, building, and supporting Microsoft Windows domain environments (MSP or Managed Services experience strongly preferred).
  • Systems & Identity: Windows Server (2016-2022), Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, PowerShell automation, Entra ID, and email administration (M365/Exchange).
  • Cloud & Virtualization: Public cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and on-premises virtualization hypervisors (VMware, Hyper-V, Nutanix).
  • Data & Storage: SAN/NAS storage platforms (Nimble/Pure/NetApp) and backup/disaster recovery architecture.
  • Networking: Foundational networking concepts including TCP/IP, VLANs, and VPNs.
  • Operations: Experience with PSA ticketing tools (ConnectWise/Halo) and monitoring platforms (NinjaOne).

Certifications & General Requirements

  • Preferred Certifications: Microsoft (Azure Admin, Hybrid Administrator, Solutions Architect), AWS Solutions Architect, or VCP.
  • General: Excellent communication skills for stakeholder discussions, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel on-site as needed.

Additional Requirement

  • Personal auto insurance with a minimum coverage of $50,000 Injury and $100,000 Liability
Salary Description
$90,000-$115,000