Description TEKsystems is looking for a Systems Engineer II for a 6 month contract to hire with a healthcare client in the Baton Rouge area. This person will support, maintain, and optimize the health system's server, cloud, and virtualization infrastructure. This role involves managing a broad array of technologies including Microsoft, Citrix, VMware, and Azure services. The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise, operational discipline, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Administer and support a diverse IT infrastructure including Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP. • Design, implement, and manage Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud services, including Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive, and Azure AD. • Maintain and optimize VMware virtualization platforms. • Support and administer Citrix environments to ensure performance and reliability. • Manage enterprise storage platforms such as Pure Storage. • Oversee backup and disaster recovery systems including Veeam and Rubrik. • Use SolarWinds and other monitoring tools to proactively maintain system health. • Work with Cisco infrastructure to ensure seamless integration across the environment. • Manage incidents and service requests via a Service Desk ticketing system (e.g., ServiceNow, Zendesk). • Participate in capacity planning, patch management, system upgrades, and on-call rotation. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent combination of education and experience. • 3–5 years of progressive experience in systems engineering or infrastructure support. • Demonstrated hands-on experience with: o Microsoft technologies (Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP) o Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, etc.) o Azure services (Azure AD, VM provisioning, identity/security management) o VMware virtualization o Citrix administration o Cisco network fundamentals o Veeam and Rubrik backup solutions o Pure Storage arrays o SolarWinds monitoring o Service Desk ticketing systems Preferred Certifications (not required but a plus): • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or M365 Fundamentals • VMware Certified Professional (VCP) • Citrix Certified Associate (CCA) • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) • Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) Work Environment This position is hybrid on site with 1-2 days per week on site. They have 2 DBA's, 3 Network Engineers, 3 Systems Engineers, and 12 on the Desktop support team. Hours are Mon - Fri, 8 - 5 CST. On Call - 1 week on, 3 weeks off. Client will ease them in doing on-call during the weekday first, then eventually 24/7 a week at a time after about 6 months and they've had time to learn the environment. Call volume varies - sometimes none and sometimes multiple. This Engineer will handle only the highest escalation after the help desk and another team before it reaches them. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $70.00/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 hybrid position in Baton Rouge,LA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.