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Senior Systems Engineer

Harris Computer and Careers
Illinois, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 3/24/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Systems Engineer position at Harris Computer and Careers?

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Windows Infrastructure Engineer with strong expertise across Windows Server platforms (2012–2025), Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, and Print Server administration, including migration and modernization projects. The candidate will play a key role in supporting, optimizing, and upgrading our core Microsoft infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Active Directory (AD)
  • Manage, maintain, and troubleshoot multi-domain Active Directory environments.
  • Perform AD migrations, domain functional level upgrades, and AD object cleanup.
  • Implement and manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs), security baselines, and OU structure changes.
DNS & DHCP
  • Administer and troubleshoot DNS zones, forwarders, conditional forwarders, and replication issues.
  • Configure and manage DHCP scopes, failover configurations, reservations, and IP management.
  • Ensure high availability and accuracy of network name resolution services.
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • 5 years of hands-on experience with Windows Server 2012–2025.
  • Strong experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy.
  • Demonstrated experience in print server migration (PrintBRM, PowerShell migration tools, or third-party tools).
  • Solid understanding of server networking concepts (subnets, VLANs, routing basics).
  • Experience in PowerShell automation.
  • Knowledge of security hardening and identity best practices.

Preferred Skills
  • Experience with Azure AD / Entra ID.
  • Exposure to Intune, hybrid identity, and Azure infrastructure services.
  • Experience with Microsoft Migrations (ADMT, print migration utility, DHCP migration).
  • ITIL foundation or similar.
  • Strong communication and documentation abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and lead technical tasks.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Windows Server (2012–2025)
  • Deploy, maintain, and upgrade Windows Server platforms, including Server 2022 and 2025.
  • Perform server patching, hardening, and security compliance configuration.
  • Manage server roles, clustering (optional), and performance tuning.
Print Server & Migration Projects
  • Support and administer Windows Print Server roles, queues, drivers, and print migrations.
  • Perform print server consolidation and migration from legacy versions to modern Windows Server versions.
  • Troubleshoot enterprise print issues, driver conflicts, queue failures, and printer deployment via GPO.
Infrastructure & Operations
  • Support virtualization environments (VMware/Hyper-V).
  • Create and maintain scripts using PowerShell for automation and reporting.
  • Assist with backup/restore operations and DR planning related to AD, DNS, DHCP, and Print roles.
Support incident, problem, and change management processes.
Working Arrangements
  • This is a full-time position following a standard work week. You will need to be available to work during pre-planned migration windows, which may include nights and weekends.
Travel
  • "Occasional travel to client sites may be required (under 10%)."]
Why Altera Digital Health?
At Altera Digital Health, your work directly empowers healthcare providers to deliver better care. You'll join an innovative team focused on solving complex challenges in a collaborative environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and provide the opportunity to make a profound impact on the future of healthcare technology.

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