Senior Systems Engineer

Description

Company Overview & Culture:

Worldgate is a certified Woman-Owned Small Business headquartered in Northern Virginia that provides IT Consulting Services to our SLED clients. We specialize in delivering high-quality enterprise technology and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system optimization services across Human Capital, Payroll, and Financial Management systems. Our mission is to provide exceptional service that enables our clients to be their best for their stakeholders, create an empowering workplace for our employees, and give back to our communities in meaningful ways. Worldgate has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies three times. In recognition of our commitment to fostering a positive work environment, Worldgate was honored with the Inc. Best Workplaces award in 2024 and The Washington Post Top Workplaces in 2022.

Job Summary:

The Senior Systems Engineer is an expert in Microsoft 365 (M365) solutions, supporting platform modernization, technical consultation, and user training. The Engineer will assess evolving business needs, partner with functional and technical stakeholders, and recommend Microsoft-based solutions to improve workflows and business processes. This role is responsible for guiding platform adoption and governance, leading training sessions, and providing subject matter expertise to project teams. The Engineer will also support knowledge sharing, mentor team members, and communicate actionable recommendations to support continuous improvement. The Engineer is highly motivated, organized, and able to manage work independently while collaborating with the Platform Engineering team.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Consult independently with technical and business stakeholders to assess needs, recommend M365 solutions, and explain their impact on workflows and business processes.

• Serve as a technical subject matter expert for SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Exchange, Power Apps, Purview, and related M365 applications; this role excludes Office desktop applications.

• Prepare and deliver regularly scheduled training, small-group sessions, and large-group workshops to support effective use and adoption of M365 applications.

• Evaluate upcoming platform changes, feature updates, and new capabilities; guide implementation and communicate their impact to stakeholders.

• Develop Power Apps solutions and establish SharePoint governance practices to support consistent and effective platform use.

• Champion ongoing platform modernization and help stakeholders adapt to continuous changes in M365 products and applications.

• Support project teams with technical guidance and assist with specialized support requests related to consultations, projects, VIP needs, or urgent issues.

• Create and maintain a document library of supported solutions, lead knowledge transfers, and mentor junior team members.

• Participate in team meetings and activities, support adoption of DevOps principles, and recommend meaningful team metrics.

• Build relationships across the broader IT community and help establish a community of practice for M365 applications.

• Coordinate with the Learning Management System team to provide technical training and support.

• Provide weekly updates on accomplishments, blockers, and issues; proactively identify and escalate potential concerns.

Corporate Standards:

• Comprehend and align to established goals and objectives within the framework of the Worldgate Continuous Feedback Approach.


• Stay up to date on computer skills and best practices, such as word processing software, spreadsheet software, presentation software, Adobe software, email management, digital calendars, and video conferencing.


• Understand Worldgate's mission, values, and behaviors (The Worldgate Way) and ensure that daily interactions with Worldgate internal and external parties align to Worldgate's values and behaviors.


• Comply with criminal background check standards by maintaining a clear record throughout employment.

Key Competencies:

• Microsoft 365 Technical Expertise

• Consultative Problem Solving

• Training & Knowledge Transfer

• Change Management & User Adoption

• Collaboration & Relationship Management

• Independent Task Management

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field from a four-year college or university

• 5-7 years of experience with M365 applications and products, including SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams (including Voice and Rooms), and Exchange

• PowerShell scripting experience, including code reviews and use of code repositories

• Experience leading consultations with diverse stakeholders, including technical and business/program staff

• Experience preparing, delivering, and leading training sessions

• Ability to manage, track, and complete tasks independently

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical solutions and their business impact to varied audiences

• Ability to complete an FBI background check for CJIS clearance

• Ability to complete required HIPAA compliance training

Preferred

• Experience preparing and delivering training on M365 products

• Experience with Microsoft's Government Community Cloud (GCC) licensing suite

• Experience with Power Apps

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Worldgate LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, or gender identity.