Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.
 
As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Systems Engineer with a focus on Microsoft Azure cloud technologies to join our growing team. This exceptional individual will support a wide range of technologies and will join a team responsible for maintaining systems used by over 250 internal users and countless public users. This position is based in Charleston, South Carolina and will offer a hybrid work schedule.

• Support and improve existing on-premises and Microsoft Azure Cloud infrastructure
• Design and implement new on-premises and Microsoft Azure systems while implementing best practices and industry standards to meet contract requirements
• Migrate on-premises infrastructure to Microsoft Azure cloud
• Configure Microsoft Azure monitoring and alerts for cloud resource availability
• Manage on-premises and cloud based Windows and Linux virtual servers
• Work closely with application development and data engineer teams on day-to-day tasks along with project planning and implementation

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and a minimum of 4 years successful experience (high school diploma and professional certification(s) can be substituted for education)
• Vast understanding of cloud services and solutions in platforms such as Azure and Amazon Web Services
• Experience planning and executing on-premises to Azure migrations
• Understanding of implementation and support of Azure Virtual Desktops
• Experience working with Azure PaaS, Azure networking, and Azure site reliability solutions
• Strong practical knowledge of Windows and Linux server operating systems (on-premises & IaaS)
• Proven experience managing a VMware virtualized server environment including ESX host administration
• Comprehensive understanding of IT security best practices and threat protection
• Processing of a National Agency Check and fingerprinting will be required
  
  

Desired Skills:

• Microsoft Azure Certification
• Kubernetes/containerization experience
• Familiarity with NetApp, VMware and/or other virtualization platforms
• Microsoft Active Directory/EntraID management
• Past experience working with the federal government

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.