
Senior Systems Engineer
GXA
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇵🇭 Philippines
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Senior
Tech Stack
AWSAzureCloudITSMSQL
About the role
- Owns the support, administration, and optimization of client infrastructure: servers, Microsoft 365, Azure, virtualization, networking, security, and BDR (cloud & on-premises).
- Provides top-level escalation support, resolving complex technical issues with urgency and precision.
- Partners with the Technical Alignment team to ensure proactive alignment of client environments to GXA standards.
- Serves as a technical advisor and trusted SME in client interactions.
- Builds confidence with C-levels and decision-makers by connecting technical recommendations to business goals.
- Ensures service delivery excellence through consistent documentation, transparent communication, and KPI reporting.
- Mentors and develops junior engineers, setting a standard of professionalism, technical acumen, and service excellence.
- Models proactive problem-solving and accountability in all interactions.
- Contributes to playbook and process development, enabling scalable and repeatable technical success.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in a similar MSP environment.
- Demonstrated passion for **excellent customer service**.
- Strong ability to **prioritize, follow through, and take initiative** without supervision.
- Resilient under pressure—adept at handling escalations calmly and effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with both clients and teammates.
- Collaborative mindset—works well in a fast-paced team environment.
- Relevant certifications (MCSE, CCNA, AWS SysOps) preferred.
- Reliable transportation for on-site client visits.
- **Technical Expertise (MUSTS)**
- Advanced experience with **virtualization environments**.
- Senior-level proficiency with **Microsoft 365, Azure, Teams, SharePoint, SQL, Exchange, and Active Directory**.
- Strong networking background in **design, configuration, and troubleshooting**.
- Advanced troubleshooting and problem isolation skills for complex issues.
- Solid grasp of support tools, service delivery processes, and ITSM methodologies.
- Typing and documentation skills for accurate and efficient service ticketing.
- **Professional Growth (WANTS)**
- Ongoing pursuit of advanced IT certifications: Microsoft (Azure, Security, 365), Cisco (CCNA/CCNP), ISC2 (SSCP/CISSP).
- Active learner—stays ahead of emerging technologies and evolving best practices.
- Aspires to move into architectural and leadership roles, further elevating client strategy and GXA’s service excellence.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Auxiliary Benefit Offerings (Legal Shield/Aflac)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
Microsoft 365AzurevirtualizationSQLExchangeActive Directorynetworkingtroubleshootingservice delivery processesITSM methodologies
Soft skills
excellent customer serviceprioritizationinitiativeresilience under pressurecommunication skillsinterpersonal skillscollaborationproblem-solvingaccountabilitymentoring
Certifications
MCSECCNAAWS SysOpsMicrosoft AzureMicrosoft SecurityMicrosoft 365CCNPSSCPCISSP