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Posted August 24, 2026
Robert Half

Senior Systems Engineer

San Francisco, CA 94105, US Full Time
Compensation: $160 to $170 Yearly

We are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to strengthen and advance a secure, high-performing technology environment in San Francisco, California. This position plays a central role in shaping infrastructure strategy across cloud services, on-premises systems, and network operations while ensuring dependable service delivery. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, a practical approach to problem-solving, and the ability to support both daily operations and long-term initiatives.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the performance, security, and availability of infrastructure across internal and client-facing environments, including Microsoft 365, Azure AD, Active Directory, and Nutanix platforms.
• Administer core security technologies such as Palo Alto firewalls, endpoint protection tools, and mobile device management solutions to protect systems and data.
• Drive infrastructure initiatives from planning through execution, including upgrades, deployments, and improvements that support business and operational goals.
• Provide advanced technical support for workstations, servers, mobile hardware, and telecommunications systems, resolving complex issues with urgency and precision.
• Maintain accurate technical records, software inventories, patch schedules, and operational procedures to support compliance and continuity.
• Partner with external service providers and internal teams to coordinate reliable, secure, and efficient infrastructure operations.
• Deliver responsive support to senior leadership and participate in an after-hours on-call rotation as needed to maintain service stability.
• Travel periodically to client locations to assist with network deployments, troubleshooting, and project-related implementation work.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience supporting enterprise IT infrastructure in environments that include Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server, VMware, and network administration.
• Strong working knowledge of network segmentation, secure remote connectivity, firewall administration, and endpoint security practices.
• Hands-on experience with backup, disaster recovery, or replication technologies such as Veeam or Zerto.
• Familiarity with monitoring or security platforms such as Splunk or Sentinel, along with scripting experience in PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business partners, and executive stakeholders.
• Proven project coordination and troubleshooting skills with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to guide less experienced team members and contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented culture.

Compensation

$160,000.00-$170,000.00 Yearly

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