Windows Engineer

Job#: 3025605

Job Description:

Lead AND Senior Windows Engineer (2 Openings)

Location:

Dallas, TX (Partial Remote)

Employment Type:

Contract to Perm Role Overview We are seeking two experienced Windows Engineers to support a modernization staffing plan. The roles will focus on managing and automating on-premise and cloud infrastructure, with a special emphasis on Windows environments. The positions involve internal audit, compliance management, and working with both Windows and Linux systems in a hybrid cloud environment. One position will be a Lead (Associate Director level) and the other a Senior Associate (SME). Key Responsibilities Manage and automate Windows environments using SCCM for delivery, automation, and patching. Architect and automate the delivery of Windows services within AWS. Handle internal audit and compliance tasks, ensuring systems meet all requirements. Oversee OS version upgrades, such as from RedHat 7 to 8/9, ensuring application compatibility and performance. Manage virtualization (VMware) and storage (SAN, NAS) infrastructure. Troubleshoot issues across both Windows and Linux operating systems. Address vulnerabilities and manage system access to maintain a secure and supported environment. For Lead Windows Engineer Lead a team of Windows engineers while remaining deeply hands-on in architecture, troubleshooting, and delivery. Set technical direction for Windows OS engineering, SCCM modernization, and Cloud-First transformation. Act as the escalation point for complex OS, SCCM, authentication, and networking issues. For Senior Windows Engineer Deep technical expertise in Windows SCCM, patching, and OS delivery. Ability to troubleshoot complex OS, networking, and authentication issues. Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible).

Required Qualifications Technical Skills:

Expertise in Windows SCCM for automation, patching, and delivery. Proficiency in AWS architecture, service offerings, and automating OS delivery in the cloud. Strong knowledge of Active Directory (AD) and its role in audit and compliance. Experience with networking concepts from an OS perspective, including VLAN configuration. Familiarity with both on-premise data center and cloud environments. Experience with RedHat packaging and delivery in AWS. Compensation & Benefits The anticipated salary for a permanent position is between $150,000 and $160,000 annually, with a potential 20% bonus. The contract pay rate is projected to be between $70.00 and $85.00 per hour. A comprehensive benefits package is available to eligible employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or . Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth 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. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:

Everforth 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. Everforth 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, Everforth 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. Everforth 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 Everforth Apex team member can provide.