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Senior Systems Engineer

brighton jones Seattle, WA

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About the role

Your Role - Maintain Hybrid IT Infrastructure:

Support and maintain a hybrid IT infrastructure spanning on-premises and Azure/AWS cloud environments

Architect, deploy, and maintain M365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Intune, Entra, Purview and security/compliance features.

Manage and maintain Windows server environments including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and related services

Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity across cloud services.

Troubleshoot and resolve advanced network, server, and connectivity issues.

Oversee day-to-day operations of networking infrastructure, including firewalls, switches, VPNs, SDWAN, and wireless systems

Provide oversight of fleet of Windows endpoints and BYOD mobile devices

Your Role - Scalability and Resiliency:

Implement automation (PowerShell, Azure Automation, Logic Apps, Infrastructure as Code) to improve reliability and efficiency.

Lead lifecycle management for infrastructure components (patching, upgrades, replacements).

Implement cybersecurity best practice controls leveraging Microsoft Defender, Azure security services, Data Loss Prevention, Purview, and zero trust principles.

Partner with Compliance and SOC to support cybersecurity initiatives across the organization and contribute to mitigation strategies to reduce risk

Monitor security alerts, perform root cause analysis, and apply corrective measures.

Support incident response activities and participate in security audits using MDR and IR tools

Qualifications:

8+ years of experience in systems engineering or cloud/infrastructure roles.

Strong mastery of M365 administration, Azure architecture, and cloud security concepts.

Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell preferred) and infrastructure automation.

Deep understanding of identity and access management, conditional access, MFA, and modern authentication.

Familiarity with NIST, CIS hardening standards, and similar frameworks.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work independently to tackle well-scoped and loosely scoped user stories

Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

This role is an in-office, full-time, and exempt position. We are a work from office culture with a lot of flexibility.

Compensation:

Targeted base salary range is $130,000 - $160,000 per year.

Ownership & Financial Wellbeing

Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees

401(k) with 100% match up to 3% of annual compensation

Equity ownership opportunities for every employee

New Business Incentive Program

Generous employee referral bonus

Cell phone data reimbursement

Financial planning services discount for employees and immediate family members

Time & Flexibility

Minimum 3 weeks PTO starting Day 1

Winter Break, Summer Friday flex-days, and 10 paid holidays

Unlimited Volunteer Time Off plus company grant matching

Heavily subsidized transit

Growth & Development

100% reimbursement for required training, certifications, licensing, and dues

Personal career development plans

Richer Life Business Partner (coaching for all employees)

Mindful Emotional & Social Intelligence training

Annual professional & personal wellbeing stipend

Connection & Community

Quarterly team-building events

Regular social events

Employee-led book clubs, committees, and affinity groups

Family & Milestones

Paid Parental leave (13 weeks for birthing parent and 6 weeks for non-birthing parent)

Adoption benefits

Anniversary milestone celebrations, including a 3-month paid sabbatical at 10 years

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