Location: Northwest Houston, TX 77041

Schedule: 100% On-Site

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Compensation: $38.46/hour - $52.88/hour

No c2c at this time

Overview

Our client is seeking an IT Network & Systems Engineer to support and maintain its network infrastructure, systems, and business applications. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of the company's technology environment while providing hands-on support for network, server, and user-related issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network administration, Microsoft technologies, virtualization, scripting, and technical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support network infrastructure including switches, routers, wireless networks, VPNs, and LAN/WAN connectivity.
• Monitor network and system performance to ensure uptime, reliability, and security.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, server, and network-related issues.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, access controls, and security settings.
• Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade servers, workstations, applications, and network devices.
• Support Windows-based environments and Microsoft technologies.
• Utilize PowerShell, Command Prompt, and scripting tools to automate administrative processes and improve efficiency.
• Create and troubleshoot SQL queries to support application and database needs.
• Assist with integrations between internal systems and third-party applications.
• Partner with software vendors on implementations, upgrades, troubleshooting, and ongoing support.
• Participate in infrastructure projects, technology deployments, and system enhancements.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, network diagrams, and support procedures.
• Support backup processes, disaster recovery planning, cybersecurity initiatives, and access management.
• Serve as a technical escalation point for end-user and infrastructure-related issues.
• Manage IT asset inventory, software licensing, and hardware lifecycle activities.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in network administration, systems administration, or a related IT role.
• Strong experience supporting Windows and Microsoft-based environments.
• Hands-on networking experience with troubleshooting and administration.
• Working knowledge of SQL and the ability to write and modify queries.
• Experience with PowerShell and command-line tools.
• Familiarity with VBScript or similar scripting languages.
• Basic programming or automation experience.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting third-party software applications and working with external vendors.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Preferred Experience

• Microsoft 365 administration.
• Active Directory user and group management.
• DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPN, and network security.
• VMware vSphere/ESXi or other virtualization platforms.
• Backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• ERP, accounting, payroll, fleet management, or other business applications.
• CompTIA, Microsoft, or other relevant IT certifications.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.