Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and/or MCITP:EA Consultant Morgan Hill, California
Progent is seeking proven Sr. Microsoft information technology consultants in Morgan Hill, California to help a range of small and midsize organizations to manage IT environments based on Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Server 2016, 2012, 2008, and Microsoft Exchange 2007 to 2016. Important areas of knowledge include network architecture, Active Directory design and troubleshooting, Exchange-based messaging, security, and server monitoring
Why Consultants Are Joining Progent
Progent is an innovative computer support and IT outsourcing company headquartered in San Jose, CA}, in the middle of Silicon Valley. Effective models for customer acquisition, support delivery, network infrastructure, and employee benefits have enabled Progent to become one of the fastest growing and most successful Microsoft Partners in America. Our shared support information base and collaborative style of problem solving has allowed Progent to retain a strong staff and a loyal worldwide customer base.
If you have been awarded a Microsoft MCSE certificate and reside in the Morgan Hill area, teaming with Progent and supporting Progent's customers will improve your technical abilities through interaction with Progent's team of mutually supportive, high-productivity engineers. Progent's concentration on providing computer consulting and network help to small and mid-size businesses will be your chance to operate closely with top executives and add significantly to the success of exciting companies. In addition, Progent's virtual office infrastructure provides advanced tools for remote support and mobile connectivity to help you to implement fast solutions when you take on business-critical problems.
Job Title
Senior Microsoft IT Consulting Expert
Job Number
P014
Location
Work from home, virtual office environment
Essential Activities
Activities
Maintain and troubleshoot Windows Server 2016, 2012, 2008-powered networks
Operate on premises and online to analyze and resolve urgent and ongoing issues associated with reliability, protection, performance, connectivity, and general productivity
Deploy, setup and debug applications hosted on Microsoft Windows Servers
Install, setup Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7 desktops and notebooks
Configure and analyze a variety of network services and applications including AD, DNS, DHCP, IPAM, DFS & NTFRS
Design information technology topologies including virtualized infrastructures and on-premises, cloud-based, and hybrid cloud designs
Maintain and manage Microsoft Outlook client with back office Exchange, MS Office and Office 365, phone communications, and Internet connectivity
Design and carry out updates to MS desktop operating system, Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft Exchange
Develop and test protection policies including onsite high availability, fault tolerance, backup/restore and anti-virus plus offsite or cloud-based disaster recovery
Robust system design and 24x7 server monitoring and alerting
Qualifications/
Schooling
Minimum Work Experience Requirements
10+ years’ experience in desktop, server management and IT Infrastructure support (new software deployment, machine setup, problem identification and resolution)
5+ years consulting experience
Ability to debug application issues including workstation program compatibility problems, server problems, data service issues, and connectivity problems
Background in business productivity software support (Microsoft product family)
Proven ability to work effectively in a virtual office environment, delivering consistent follow-up and using remote access and mobile connectivity technology
Operates without supervision and demonstrates strong sense of responsibility and initiative
Has a working knowledge of networking layers 1 through 7 and strong debugging skills in layers 1 through 4
Credentials Required Current Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and/or Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP:EA)
If you wish to look further into this position, please e-mail your qualifications to job-p014@progent.com. Please specify the job number of the position that interests you.
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