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FusionTekIT Remote Project Engineer
FusionTek is a managed service provider founded in 2007 with physical operations in Washington, DC, the greater Seattle area, and Tampa, Florida. The company focuses on…
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FusionTek is a managed service provider founded in 2007 with physical operations in Washington, DC, the greater Seattle area, and Tampa, Florida. The company focuses on information technology infrastructure management for small and medium-sized organizations. FusionTek is hiring a full-time, fully remote IT Remote Project Engineer to act as the primary technical expert during infrastructure rollouts, system migrations, and cloud deployments. In this position, the professional works alongside project managers…
Job Description
FusionTek is a managed service provider founded in 2007 with physical operations in Washington, DC, the greater Seattle area, and Tampa, Florida. The company focuses on information technology infrastructure management for small and medium-sized organizations. FusionTek is hiring a full-time, fully remote IT Remote Project Engineer to act as the primary technical expert during infrastructure rollouts, system migrations, and cloud deployments.
In this position, the professional works alongside project managers by joining client calls to address complex technical inquiries and establish architectural scope, while the project manager handles client communication. The ideal candidate functions independently with limited oversight, taking full accountability for technical deliverables from initial design to final execution.
Core duties involve deploying Windows Server versions up to 2025, setting up virtualization hosts like Hyper-V and VMware, and configuring networking equipment such as firewalls, switches, and VPNs. The engineer also executes Microsoft 365, Azure, and Intune cloud migrations, manages backup systems like Veeam, and mentors junior technicians while maintaining thorough documentation.
Responsibilities
- Lead configuration and deployment tasks for Windows Server 2016 through 2025 environments
- Design, configure, and oversee Hyper-V and VMware ESXi virtualization infrastructure
- Architect and implement networking hardware including switches, access points, VLANs, and routing systems
- Deploy and resolve issues with SonicWall, Fortinet, Cisco, and Meraki firewalls
- Drive Microsoft 365, Microsoft Intune, and Azure cloud deployments and migrations
- Configure on-premises and online SharePoint platforms and collaboration tools
- Implement and troubleshoot backup and disaster recovery utilities like Veeam and Barracuda
- Attend client calls as the senior technical resource to answer complex questions and guide execution
- Collaborate internally with sales and project management groups to meet scope and delivery timelines
- Mentor junior technicians and perform quality assurance checks on project deliverables
- Record all client configurations, procedures, and environment details in the documentation platform
Requirements
- Possess five to eight or more years of background in systems engineering, senior systems administration, or IT infrastructure
- Demonstrate a history of executing end-to-end server, network, and cloud migration initiatives
- Have multi-client environment experience handling diverse technology stacks across different organizations
- Maintain expert-level knowledge of macOS and Windows 10 and 11
- Demonstrate advanced hands-on experience with Windows Server administration and Hyper-V virtualization
- Show strong working capability with VMware ESXi, LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, routing, and switching
- Have hands-on expertise with Microsoft 365, Intune, and Azure cloud services
- Possess working knowledge of core AWS services including EC2, S3, networking, and IAM
- Show proficiency in scripting via PowerShell or Azure CLI
- Exhibit strong problem-solving and organizational skills to manage multiple concurrent tasks independently
Qualifications
- Hold a Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator or Solutions Architect certification
- Hold a VMware VCP credential
- Hold CompTIA Network+ or Security+ certifications
- Bring prior Managed Service Provider background
- Familiarity with VoIP, Microsoft Teams, Autotask PSA, containerization, and infrastructure-as-code
Core Skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from R500,000 to R750,000 per year
- Quarterly bonus eligibility of up to 4 percent based on department KPIs and metrics
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off and leave policies aligned with South African standards
- Educational reimbursement for certification examinations and access to company learning tools
- Access to team culture events and colleague networking opportunities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position fully remote?
Yes, this is a hands-on and fully remote role.
What is the employment type?
The role is a full-time position.
What salary is offered for this role?
The posting specifies a competitive salary range of R500,000 to R750,000 per year.
What certifications are preferred for applicants?
Preferred credentials include Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator or Solutions Architect, VMware VCP, and CompTIA Network+ or Security+.
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