IT Systems Engineer 3

Compensation: $90,000 - $130,000/year

Position Type: Full Time, Hybrid. This position will report to our office headquarters in Colchester, VT

VIP is seeking a highly skilled IT Systems Engineer 3 to join our IT Systems Team. This role is pivotal in analyzing, testing, and building leading-edge solutions, focusing heavily on advanced process automation, security, and scalability. As an IT Systems Engineer 3, you will be a key leader in designing and implementing complex software systems, ensuring they are reliable, secure, and scalable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Automation & Scripting: Achieve significant process automation using tools like Ansible , PowerShell , and bash to increase system efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• System Design & Implementation: Design, implement, and maintain complex systems across our x64/x86 servers, applications, and virtualized environments. Implement web hosting technologies such as reverse proxies (HAProxy) and web servers (Tomcat, IIS).
• Advanced Troubleshooting: Perform diagnosis of root cause for incidents, troubleshoot unique challenges, and execute full resolution steps, especially for VIP infrastructure.
• Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain robust system security measures, adhere to SOC1&2 security policies, and assist with audits. Work with 3rd-party cloud solutions ( Akamai, Crowdstrike, Okta, Google, Microsoft ) where appropriate. Implement Identity and Access Management best practices where appropriate.
• Collaboration & Mentoring: Work closely with IT Security, Middleware, IBMi, and other teams. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced Systems Engineers (Level I, II).
• Strategy & Research: Research new tools and services, leading deployment projects from beta testing to full rollout, and staying current with emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in software or systems engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (relevant certifications and work experience may substitute for a degree).
• Solid scripting and automation experience.
• Advanced understanding of Windows and Linux Servers, and networking knowledge ( OSI layers, TCP/IP ).
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and virtualization / containerization (Nutanix AHV/AOS is a plus).
• Familiarity with DevOps principles, Agile/Waterfall methodologies, and strong adherence to change control and documentation standards.
• Industry certifications such as CCNA, MCSE, or CISSP are a plus.
• Excellent analysis, critical thinking, and communication skills, with a methodical and detail-oriented approach.

Benefits Include:

• Health Insurance
• Vision and Dental Expense Reimbursement
• 401k Match & Employer Contributions
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• On-site Child Care Center (VT)
• On-site Fitness Center (VT)
• On-site Health Clinic (VT)
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Combined Time Off and Floating Holidays
• Flex and Hybrid Schedules

Compensation is based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, and industry background. The range listed here represents our best faith estimate for the role.

All full time job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening and background check.