What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Systems Engineer position at Group A LLC?
Job Type : Contract / 40hrs weekDuration : 11-month contract, with opportunity to extend further / convert to FTE based on performance / budgetLocation : Hopewell, NJ OnsiteBenefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, on our W2Manage and Optimize Systems Infrastructure : Administer both on-premises and cloud environments, including VMware solutions, ensuring high availability and performance.Hands-On Support : Provide expert support for key technologies like Active Directory, MS SQL, VMware, DNS, DHCP, and more.Design & Implementation : Design, implement, and troubleshoot complex systems and infrastructure, including high-performance storage solutions and server environments.Lead Virtualization Projects : Manage and lead VMware-related projects, driving virtualization initiatives to enhance system performance.24 / 7 On-Call Support : Be part of a collaborative team that provides on-call escalation support for system issues to ensure continuous uptime.Collaborative Environment : Work closely with management to determine system needs, ensuring optimal performance across all systems.Mentor & Train : Assist in training and developing new Systems Engineers, contributing to the growth of the team.Requirements : 5 Years of IT Experience : In-depth experience with network technologies (TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.), Windows environments (Active Directory, MS SQL, VMware), and infrastructure management.Expertise in Core Technologies : Extensive experience with Active Directory (Windows 2012-2022), virtualization (VMware), group policies, AD troubleshooting, and backup technologies.Problem Solver : Strong ability to troubleshoot complex system errors and optimize infrastructure.Leadership : Proven ability to lead projects and mentor team members in technical environments.Desired Skills : Familiarity with MS SQL, SCCM, SCOM, automated patching, CIFS, and network storage solutions. Experience in managing AD and VMware environments will be highly beneficial.Nice-to-Have : Experience in GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) .Familiarity with manufacturing systems such as SCADA, DCS, BAS, and PI Historian.