Our client is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to join their Sydney or Newcastle team.
This is a contract role until June 2025.
This role requires some travel within the Newcastle area.
Contract role until June 2025Australian citizenship or Permanent Residency required for this roleHybrid role (3 days in office and 2 days WFH)Travel might be required for this rolePaxus pays weeklyAs a Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and optimization of critical IT infrastructure components, including Active Directory, VMWare, Windows Server, and Microsoft 365.
This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring the performance, availability, and security of key platforms, supporting both business-as-usual (BAU) operations and project activities.
Responsibilities of the position include: Administer and maintain Active Directory services, including user and group management, Group Policy configuration, and domain controller maintenance.Manage VMWare ESXi hosts and virtual machine environments, ensuring optimal performance, resource allocation, and high availability.Perform Windows Server administration tasks, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of server roles and features.Administer Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Teams, ensuring smooth operation and adherence to security best practices.Implement patch management processes to ensure timely deployment of security updates and patches across all platforms.Monitor system performance and availability, proactively identifying and addressing issues to minimize downtime and optimize performance.Conduct routine maintenance tasks on operating platforms, including backups, system upgrades, and hardware/software maintenance.Provide support for business-as-usual (BAU) operations, responding to incidents, service requests, and user queries in a timely manner.Collaborate with project teams to support the implementation of new systems, upgrades, and migrations, ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure.To be considered for this role you must have: Strong understanding of ITIL principles and best practices, particularly in the areas of incident, problem, and change management.Familiarity with networking principles, protocols, and technologies.Demonstrated experience in patch management, system monitoring, and performance optimization.Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.Strong understanding of network topologies.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.Knowledge of PowerShell scripting for automation and task automation.Experience with hybrid cloud environments and Azure Active Directory.When inquiring about this role, please quote the job number #267597.
To be considered for the role, click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities, please contact Irina Alrogi on +61 (0)2 6151 9203 or email: ****** and quote the above job reference number.
Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people living with a disability.
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