Microsoft Systems Engineer

Job#: 3018016

Job Description:
Microsoft Systems Engineer - Hybrid (North Charleston, SC)

Salary: $110,000 - $125,000

Work Model: Hybrid - 2 days remote, 3 days onsite in North Charleston, SC

Engineer the Future of Secure Systems!

We're looking for a Microsoft Systems Engineer passionate about automation, system design, and delivering innovative solutions. This role focuses on engineering and integrating advanced software systems for mission-critical defense operations.
What You'll Do:

• Automate system administration tasks and troubleshoot complex issues
• Develop scripts to detect and resolve anomalies in datacenter environments
• Create automated test cases and generate reports
• Design and optimize system architectures for efficiency and sustainability
• Support and maintain Microsoft enterprise products (Exchange, SQL, SharePoint)
• Prepare technical briefs and collaborate with engineering review teams

What You Bring:

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance
• DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II certification
• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering with automation focus
• Expertise in Microsoft Windows Server and enterprise products
• Strong PowerShell scripting skills
• Knowledge of virtualization (VMWare, Hyper-V, AWS) and Agile methodologies

Bonus Points For:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering
• 10+ years of systems engineering experience
• Familiarity with Git, GitLab, Ansible, and scripting languages (Bash/Python)
• Certifications: Microsoft, Red Hat, CISSP, ITIL, Scrum/Agile

Join a team where innovation meets impact. Apply now to help engineer solutions that matter!

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.