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Senior Windows Systems Engineer

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: 110000

Senior Windows Systems Engineer Location:

Atlanta, GA (Remote-friendly for the right candidate) Department:

Operations / Engineering Employment Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Training Reimbursement Join the Performive Team Performive helps growing mid-sized companies thrive by delivering secure, reliable, and scalable managed infrastructure solutions. We specialize in cloud, virtualization, and security services backed by 24/7/365

Devoted Customer Support

and on-demand engineering expertise. With a consistent global platform and a people-first philosophy, we simplify operations so our customers can stay focused on growth. We foster a culture built on trust, innovation, and continuous learning. At Performive, your voice matters, and so does your career path. We offer a relaxed, collaborative work environment, room for advancement, and a team of experts who genuinely love what they do. About the Role Were seeking an experienced and highly motivated

Senior Windows Systems Engineer

to join our world-class Engineering team. This role requires deep technical expertise and ownership of complex infrastructure, cloud, and security systems. Youll take the lead on architecture, deployment, hardening, and management of Microsoft-based environments for Performive clients, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer with proven experience supporting enterprise-level Microsoft infrastructure, hybrid Active Directory and Azure environments, and advanced Office 365 administration, including security configurations. Key Responsibilities Serve as the

primary escalation point (Level 3)

for complex infrastructure issues, projects, and systems design across Windows and Microsoft platforms. Architect, implement, and maintain

hybrid cloud environments

integrating on-prem Active Directory with

Azure AD , including

Conditional Access, Protection, and AAD Connect . Administer and secure

Microsoft 365

environments, including

Defender for 365 ,

DLP policies ,

MFA ,

Exchange Online Protection (EOP) , and

compliance center configurations . Build, deploy, and maintain virtual machines in

Hyper-V ,

VMware , or

vCloud Director

environments. Design and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions with

Veeam ,

Zerto , or equivalent. Implement and manage

automated monitoring and alerting systems

(e.g., Zabbix, RMM, SIEM) to ensure 24/7 availability and performance of critical systems. Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and remediation efforts for production-impacting events. Collaborate cross-functionally with project teams, support staff, vendors, and customers to deliver secure and reliable infrastructure solutions. Document system configurations, standard operating procedures, and contribute to a shared knowledge base. What You Bring 5+ years

of hands-on engineering experience supporting Microsoft environments in a fast-paced MSP or enterprise setting. Expertise with:

Windows Server ,

Active Directory , Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, DFS, NTFS, and clustering technologies. Azure AD

(Entra ID),

Intune ,

Azure Security Center , and Azure- role-based access controls. Advanced

Office 365

administration including

Exchange Online ,

OneDrive ,

SharePoint , and Teams. Office 365

security and compliance features

such as

Defender for Endpoint/Email ,

M365 Security Center ,

DLP ,

Safe Links ,

Safe Attachments , and

audit logging . Scripting and automation using

PowerShell . Backup and recovery solutions like

Veeam

or

Zerto . Windows system patching and vulnerability remediation. ITSM platforms (e.g., ConnectWise) for ticketing, asset management, and reporting.

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with an ability to own and resolve complex issues independently. Clear and professional communication skills with the ability to document and explain technical procedures clearly. A customer-first mindset with a passion for service excellence and continuous improvement. Bonus Points (Not Required, but Nice to Have) Microsoft certifications (e.g.,

AZ-104 ,

SC-200 ,

MCSA ,

MCSE ) Experience with

Linux

administration in a hybrid environment. Familiarity with

NAS ,

SAN , and

iSCSI

storage technologies. Previous experience with

ConnectWise PSA ,

RMM , and

SIEM

solutions. Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation frameworks, or scripting beyond PowerShell. Why You'll Love Working at Performive Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Career development and

training reimbursement programs Engineering-first culture with regular knowledge sharing and team collaboration Remote flexibility and a supportive, inclusive work environment 401(k) with employer match Performive is proud to be an

Equal Opportunity Employer . We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of , , gender , , , , or veteran status. Ready to Make an Impact? If you're a driven, experienced engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys working with cutting-edge infrastructure and cloud technologies, wed love to talk.

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