HOME Systems Administration & Operations Sr. System Engineer
  • Cinter Career
  • Houston, TX
  • Full-Time
  • 54 days ago
  • $130,000 – $140,000
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Sr. System Engineer.

Systems Administration & Operations Full-Time

Sr. System Engineer: our view in 3 lines...

  • The Role:This role is for a senior systems engineer with enterprise IT infrastructure and project management experience.
  • The Person:The person will consult on IT infrastructure, lead implementation projects, manage Windows Server and Azure environments, support security and ERP administration, and coordinate with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
  • Requirements:The ideal candidate has 7-10 years of System Engineering experience, 7-10 years of IT Project Management experience, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, Windows Server administration, and Japanese language skills or a deep understanding of Japanese business culture.

About the role

▶︎ Job Details
・Job Title: Sr. System Engineer
・Client: Japanese IT Company
・Working Location: Houston, TX
・Employment Type: Full-time

・Salary: Up to 140K / per year (DOE)
・Benefit: Full Benefits
・Visa Support: Possible
・Language: English and Japanese

▶︎ Key Responsibilities
IT Infrastructure Consulting

  • Provide IT infrastructure consulting services for enterprise clients.
  • Support infrastructure planning for merger and acquisition (M&A) projects.
  • Analyze clients' business requirements and recommend infrastructure solutions.
  • Conduct technology assessments and identify opportunities to improve business efficiency.
  • Prepare and present technical proposals to customers.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Project Management

  • Lead end-to-end IT infrastructure implementation projects.
  • Define project scope, timelines, resources, and budgets.
  • Coordinate internal teams, customers, and vendors throughout project execution.
  • Track project progress, manage risks, and provide regular status reports.
  • Lead quality assurance activities and ensure successful project delivery.
  • Manage vendors and external partners.

Projects may include:

  • Microsoft Azure cloud migration
  • SD-WAN / SASE implementation
  • Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Intune deployment
  • Endpoint Security implementation
  • PC log management systems
  • Business Continuity (BCP), Disaster Recovery (DR), and backup solutions
  • Web server deployment and hosting
  • Enterprise infrastructure implementation including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, File Server, Printer Server, Radius Server, and Monitoring Systems

System Engineering & Operations

  • Design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise infrastructure.
  • Manage Windows Server environments.
  • Support Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, File Servers, Printer Servers, Radius Servers, and monitoring systems.
  • Maintain Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure.
  • Administer Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Intune environments.
  • Manage Data Center and Colocation services.
  • Maintain cloud infrastructure (IaaS/PaaS).
  • Implement and manage security solutions including MFA and EDR/MDR.
  • Perform system performance assessments and security audits.
  • Support ERP platform administration and historical data management.

Leadership

  • Support the Division Manager in achieving departmental goals.
  • Lead technical initiatives and mentor engineering team members.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
  • Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

▶︎ The Right Candidate Will Possess

  • Strong documentation and reporting skills.
  • Strong leadership and project management capabilities.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Customer-focused mindset with outstanding communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

▶︎ Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 7-10 years of System Engineering experience.
  • 7-10 years of IT Project Management experience.
  • Experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise infrastructure solutions.
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure.
  • Experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Intune.
  • Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration.
  • Experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, File Server, Printer Server, Radius Server, and enterprise infrastructure.
  • Experience implementing security solutions including MFA and EDR/MDR.
  • Knowledge of cloud infrastructure (IaaS/PaaS).
  • Experience managing vendors and customer-facing projects.
  • Professional IT certifications are preferred.
  • Japanese language skills or a deep understanding of Japanese business culture.
Published August 5, 2026
Location Houston, TX
Job Type Full-Time