Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org. The Senior System Engineer shall provide advanced expertise to design, deploy, and maintain the organization?s IT infrastructure. This individual shall be responsible to lead complex projects, optimize systems for maximum performance and reliability, and implement security measures to protect organizational data. The Senior System Engineer will serve as a technical mentor to junior staff and collaborate closely with stakeholders to align technology solutions with business objectives. Additionally, the role includes developing and enforcing best practices for system management and contributing to strategic IT initiatives. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

• Education/Experience: High School diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor's degree in a field of study relevant to the current position is preferred.
• Minimum 4-8 years of experience in a similar or related role required; however, candidates with an equivalent combination of experience, education, certification, and demonstrated proficiency in a similar or related role will also be considered.
• Licensure/Certifications: Two or more current, industry standard certifications preferred (CompTIA A+, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert, Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty, Microsoft 365 Teams Administrator Associate, VMware Certified Advanced Professional - Data Center Virtualization Design, Citrix Certified Associate (CCA), etc.).
• Extensive knowledge of multiple operating systems (e.g., Windows Server, Linux distributions).
• Extensive knowledge of VMware, Citrix, and Windows virtual technologies.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, including firewalls, load balancers, and network protocols.
• Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation and system management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex system issues effectively.
• Excellent leadership abilities with strong oral and written communication skills for collaboration across teams.
• Ability to develop long-term strategies for system architecture and technology integration.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to emerging technologies and evolving business requirements.
• Effective oral and written communication skills for collaboration with technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple project activities simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing technologies and business needs.
• Accepts ownership and welcomes responsibility.

REMOTE OPTIONAL: Must be within 2-6 hours driving distance.