Job Information
Actalent Systems Engineer in Norfolk, Virginia
Overview:
The Systems Engineer designs and implements computer systems on the company network according to established department and company policies, procedures and work instructions. He/she works closely with all other members of the IT Department to provide available, stable, and secure computer systems. This position requires a professional work ethic within general guidelines, originality and interpretation, referring to management for situations which arise outside of standard procedures and is somewhat challenging and varied in nature. Errors in work or actions should be contained within working unit or project.
Description:
Responsible for the specification, procurement, installation, configuration and maintenance of computer servers for all operating systems, including Microsoft Windows Server and Linux (Red Hat Enterprise).
Responsible for the design, administration and maintenance of computer systems.
Performs or directs regular system monitoring to ensure that the computer systems are available and secure.
Interfaces with Security Analyst to design and implement system security and data assurance.
Ensures all operating systems and software are patched to current versions according to company policy.
Designs Active Directory structure that is maintained by the Help Desk and Systems Engineers that support security directives and auditing requirements.
Documents current and proposed systems using flowcharts, diagrams, and other tools and ensure documents are kept current.
Troubleshoots and resolves server and computer systems problems.
Participates in teams to discover IT business requirements and specify appropriate solutions.
Stays abreast of tools that would improve the effectiveness of the Infrastructure Team.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
US Citizenship.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or other technical field plus 6 years of relevant experience; Associates degree in Computer Science or other technical field plus 8 years of relevant experience or equivalent experience; or 10 years of relevant experience.
At least 10 years’ experience supporting MS Windows environment.
Microsoft or other certifications a plus.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Self-Motivated and able to work without supervision.
Ability to multi-task in a busy and changing work environment.
Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley a plus.
Active Directory (AD) Administration – Expertise in domain migrations, consolidations, and trust relationships.
Experience with Group Policy (GPO), and DNS.
Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automating domain-related tasks.
Understanding of Azure AD and hybrid identity management.
Experience with domain controller deployments and decommissioning.
Hands-on experience with Windows Server (2012, 2016, 2019, 2022) installation and configuration.
Knowledge of server virtualization (VMware).
Experience with migrating workloads between servers and platforms.
Strong understanding of Storage (SAN, NAS) and networking concepts (DHCP, DNS, VLANs, Firewalls)
Expertise in OS migrations and upgrades for Windows Server.
Experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM) for device management.
Ability to create and deploy OS images, patches, and software packages.
Experience with Windows Update Services (WSUS) and security patching.
Integration experience with Intune for modern endpoint management.
Strong documentation skills for tracking migrations, troubleshooting steps, and procedures.
Experience working in enterprise environments with multiple domains and forests.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (Network, Security, Desktop Support, etc.)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for diagnosing IT issues.
Knowledge of cloud services (Microsoft Azure, AWS) and hybrid infrastructure.
Additional Information:
2 openings available.
Fully onsite.
Benefits offered.
1 step, onsite interview.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norfolk, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Norfolk,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.