Systems Engineer

Systems EngineerHybrid Mostly Remote in New York, NYOur client seeks a Systems Engineer to evaluate, implement, and administer enterprise endpoint deployment and imaging technologies. The role includes assessing infrastructure readiness, deploying and configuring endpoint management solutions, automating system administration tasks, and developing technical documentation. The position requires systems engineering expertise with Windows environments, enterprise deployment tools, and core infrastructure services.Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis. For our W2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.Rate: $80.00 to $90.00/hr. W2Responsibilities:Evaluate and compare enterprise imaging and deployment solutions to determine the most effective platform for organizational requirements.Assess existing infrastructure components, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, DNS, storage, and network boot services.Install, configure, and maintain endpoint deployment and imaging platforms.Configure and support network boot technologies, including PXE, WDS, and related services.Develop and maintain driver packages, deployment task sequences, and automated installation processes.Create silent installation packages for commercial and enterprise software.Develop PowerShell scripts to automate administration, system configuration, firmware updates, and workstation provisioning.Design and support Windows 11 operating system deployment, patching, and update management processes.Apply security best practices, including least privilege and Zero Trust principles.Produce technical documentation, implementation guides, operational runbooks, and evaluation reports.Provide regular project status updates and participate in team meetings.Experience Requirements:Experience designing and implementing enterprise endpoint imaging and deployment solutions.Strong PowerShell scripting and automation experience.Hands-on experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, and DNS.Experience configuring and supporting PXE/WDS or other network boot environments.Knowledge of enterprise security principles and Zero Trust concepts.Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group's use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.