<p>We are looking for a Systems Engineer/Architect. This position will lead the design and support of Microsoft-based infrastructure across server, identity, messaging, and cloud collaboration environments. The role is suited for a senior technical specialist who can shape scalable solutions, strengthen platform security, and guide complex operational and project work. You will work closely with IT, security, application, and business teams to deliver dependable, high-performing services across the enterprise.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Architect and enhance Microsoft infrastructure services, including Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Exchange, Microsoft 365, file services, and enterprise authentication platforms.</p><p>• Establish technical standards, configuration baselines, lifecycle plans, and operational procedures that improve reliability, security, performance, and continuity.</p><p>• Provide senior-level guidance to cross-functional teams by translating business needs and technical requirements into practical infrastructure solutions.</p><p>• Lead complex initiatives involving upgrades, integrations, cloud-connected services, automation efforts, and infrastructure modernization programs.</p><p>• Act as an escalation resource for advanced Windows and Microsoft platform issues, driving root cause analysis, major incident response, and long-term remediation.</p><p>• Strengthen platform protection through patching strategies, system hardening, monitoring, backup practices, and compliance-focused controls.</p><p>• Build and refine automation using PowerShell and related scripting or configuration management approaches to improve efficiency and consistency.</p><p>• Track system health, capacity, and availability trends, then recommend proactive improvements that reduce risk and improve service quality.</p><p>• Produce and maintain clear technical documentation such as architecture diagrams, runbooks, support procedures, and knowledge materials.</p><p>• Mentor engineers and administrators by reviewing technical approaches, sharing expertise, and reinforcing engineering best practices.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to strengthen and advance our security environment. This position will focus on protecting infrastructure, applications, and data by developing practical safeguards, evaluating risk, and improving defensive capabilities across the organization. The ideal candidate brings hands-on technical expertise, sound judgment during security events, and the ability to collaborate effectively with teams throughout the business.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop, deploy, and refine security controls that protect enterprise networks, systems, and business-critical information.</p><p>• Monitor the security landscape for suspicious activity, investigate alerts, and coordinate timely response actions when issues arise.</p><p>• Review technical environments against defined security expectations and support secure day-to-day operation and maintenance practices.</p><p>• Identify weaknesses across infrastructure, applications, and configurations, then drive remediation efforts to reduce exposure.</p><p>• Evaluate third-party vendors for adherence to organizational security standards and risk management expectations.</p><p>• Partner with infrastructure, application, and business teams to embed security requirements into projects and operational processes.</p><p>• Track emerging threats, tools, and best practices, and recommend practical improvements that strengthen the overall security posture.</p><p>• Help ensure compliance with relevant privacy, security, and regulatory obligations through assessments, documentation, and control validation.</p><p>• Provide technical guidance to stakeholders on security best practices related to networks, cloud services, web applications, and email protection.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to support and enhance a complex enterprise technology environment serving the local Minnesota area. This role is ideal for a versatile infrastructure specialist who can work across cloud platforms, virtualization, network services, and core systems operations. The position is fully remote, but candidates must reside in the local metro area and be comfortable managing multi-site infrastructure with a strong focus on reliability, security, and performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and improve cloud and on-premises infrastructure across enterprise environments, ensuring dependable performance and availability.</p><p>• Administer Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 services while supporting broader infrastructure initiatives tied to business and technical needs.</p><p>• Oversee multi-site, multi-forest Active Directory environments, including policy administration and identity-related services.</p><p>• Support virtualization platforms with Nutanix and contribute to the health and scalability of datacenter operations.</p><p>• Coordinate patching, endpoint administration, device management, and infrastructure monitoring to maintain secure and stable systems.</p><p>• Troubleshoot Windows desktop and server issues at multiple levels of complexity and provide effective resolution across the environment.</p><p>• Work with network, cloud, desktop, and server service providers to maintain seamless infrastructure support.</p><p>• Contribute to network operations by supporting routing, firewall administration, and Layer 2/Layer 3 connectivity across locations.</p><p>• Strengthen infrastructure security by implementing and maintaining logging, alerting, and other operational security tools.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Network Engineer to support and strengthen the core infrastructure. This position will focus on building, administering, and securing network and server environments while ensuring reliable connectivity. The role combines hands-on network operations, cybersecurity oversight, vendor coordination, and end-user support in a primarily on-site setting with hybrid flexibility.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the daily performance, stability, and upkeep of local and wide area network environments across the organization.</p><p>• Configure, deploy, and support core infrastructure equipment such as servers, routers, switches, and firewall platforms.</p><p>• Administer server operating systems and maintain software hosted on server environments to ensure dependable performance.</p><p>• Develop and maintain technical documentation for network architecture, wireless services, VPN connectivity, and support procedures.</p><p>• Partner with internet service providers and external vendors to sustain reliable connectivity and resolve service-related issues.</p><p>• Lead cybersecurity efforts by implementing protective controls, monitoring threats, managing access safeguards, and strengthening data security practices.</p><p>• Conduct security reviews and risk assessments, then recommend and apply improvements to reduce exposure to vulnerabilities.</p><p>• Create and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans, serving as a key technical resource during recovery activities.</p><p>• Provide troubleshooting assistance for users and internal technical staff on network-connected systems, applications, and hardware.</p><p>• Research emerging technologies and evaluate infrastructure solutions that support academic and administrative operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for a senior integration engineer to lead the design and support of complex connections between Workday and enterprise applications. This position is ideal for someone who brings deep Workday expertise along with strong software and integration engineering fundamentals across platforms. The role focuses on building reliable, secure, and observable integrations while partnering with technical teams to ensure orchestration tools support, rather than bypass, system-of-record rules.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Architect, develop, and maintain integrations between Workday and enterprise platforms using Workday APIs, web services, and related integration capabilities.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve integration failures by reviewing request and response data, business process behavior, and cross-system sequencing issues.</p><p>• Create integration flows that emphasize pre-write validation, consistent execution, recoverability, and traceable audit logging.</p><p>• Analyze payload structures, security settings, authentication methods, and connectivity issues to ensure stable data exchange.</p><p>• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement orchestration approaches through platforms such as Power Automate and other automation tools.</p><p>• Ensure integration designs preserve Workday business rules, approval paths, and system-of-record responsibilities across connected applications.</p><p>• Perform hands-on troubleshooting without relying solely on abstraction layers, including direct inspection of service calls and message structures.</p><p>• Support implementation and configuration activities related to integration architecture, monitoring, and operational reliability.</p>
<p>We’re looking for a hands-on IT Infrastructure Support Administrator to provide day-to-day infrastructure and end-user support for a mid-sized manufacturing environment. This is a great opportunity for an IT professional who enjoys being a technical generalist and can jump between Azure, Microsoft 365, networking, laptops, and onsite user support. This is a temporary role,, so this person will step in and help keep the environment running smoothly while providing responsive support to employees and manufacturing-floor users. Local Minnesota candidates are preferred, and the ability to occasionally work onsite in Bloomington, MN is required.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>Provide day-to-day IT infrastructure and end-user support</p><p>Support and administer the organization’s Azure cloud environment</p><p>Assist with Microsoft 365 administration and troubleshooting</p><p>Deploy, configure, troubleshoot, and support laptops and desktops</p><p>Troubleshoot network connectivity and infrastructure issues</p><p>Support and maintain Cisco and Juniper switches</p><p>Provide occasional onsite support for users and systems on the manufacturing floor</p><p>Troubleshoot hardware, software, connectivity, and infrastructure issues</p><p>Work independently to identify and resolve technical issues while escalating when needed</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Systems Administrator. This role is well suited for someone who can interpret technical information carefully, investigate open issues methodically, and partner with internal stakeholders to move work to completion. The position centers on system administration, documentation, compliance-related review, and analysis of data movement across connected platforms.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review system-related items in detail, assess outstanding work, and define the actions required to bring tasks to completion.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve technical issues within system environments, with a focus on controls, configurations, and data movement across system boundaries.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to clarify requirements, confirm findings, and drive remediation efforts through completion.</p><p>• Execute PowerShell scripts to collect system information, validate configurations, and support troubleshooting activities.</p><p>• Create clear technical documentation that captures findings, actions taken, system behavior, and recommended next steps.</p><p>• Analyze implemented changes and existing configurations to identify gaps, risks, or areas requiring corrective action.</p><p>• Support administrative activities across Windows-based infrastructure, directory services, messaging platforms, and related enterprise systems.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Software Engineer to help build and enhance business-critical applications for our Information Technology team. This is a hands-on development position requiring someone who can translate business needs into scalable, secure, and maintainable software solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in modern Microsoft development technologies and enjoys partnering with stakeholders while guiding engineering best practices across the team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the design, development, documentation, and validation of web applications, APIs, and background services using C#, .NET, ASP.NET, and related technologies.</p><p>• Partner with business stakeholders to interpret functional needs, define technical approaches, and deliver application enhancements that improve usability and performance.</p><p>• Build responsive user experiences across devices using front-end frameworks and web technologies such as Angular, JavaScript, Blazor, and related tools.</p><p>• Develop, maintain, and optimize database objects and queries while supporting reliable data access and application performance.</p><p>• Strengthen software quality by implementing unit and integration testing practices and promoting disciplined engineering standards across the team.</p><p>• Provide technical leadership through architecture guidance, code reviews, and evaluation of solution options to support efficient and sustainable development decisions.</p><p>• Apply secure coding methods and ensure solutions align with established security expectations, policies, and risk reduction practices.</p><p>• Support user adoption by demonstrating completed solutions, gathering feedback, and assisting with training when needed.</p><p>• Mentor other engineers by sharing practical development knowledge, recommending learning resources, and encouraging continuous improvement within the group.</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Senior Microsoft Infrastructure Architect to lead the architecture, engineering, security, automation, and lifecycle management of our enterprise Microsoft infrastructure environment. This role is responsible for the continued evolution of Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Exchange, Microsoft 365, and hybrid identity services that support critical business operations.</p><p><br></p><p>This position combines architecture, engineering, infrastructure strategy and design, and modernization initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on infrastructure architect who can drive strategic improvements while remaining engaged in complex technical challenges, automation efforts, and infrastructure operations. Working closely with infrastructure, security, application, and business teams, this individual will define technical standards, guide platform strategy, and ensure highly available, secure, and scalable Microsoft services across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead the architecture, design, implementation, and ongoing improvement of enterprise Microsoft infrastructure platforms and services.</li><li>Serve as the senior technical authority for Windows, identity, messaging, and collaboration technologies across hybrid environments.</li><li>Develop and maintain infrastructure standards, architecture roadmaps, lifecycle strategies, and operational best practices that support long-term growth, scalability, security, and reliability.</li><li>Drive modernization initiatives involving Microsoft 365, hybrid identity, automation, cloud adoption, and infrastructure optimization.</li><li>Partner closely with infrastructure, security, networking, application, and business teams to deliver resilient and supportable technology solutions.</li><li>Provide architectural guidance and technical leadership for infrastructure projects, upgrades, migrations, integrations, and platform transformations.</li><li>Act as the highest level of escalation for complex infrastructure incidents, performance issues, and operational challenges, providing root cause analysis and long-term solutions.</li><li>Strengthen infrastructure security through system hardening, access management, patch governance, monitoring, vulnerability remediation, and compliance practices.</li><li>Design and implement automation solutions using PowerShell and related technologies to improve operational efficiency, consistency, and reliability.</li><li>Evaluate emerging technologies and industry best practices, making recommendations that improve infrastructure resiliency, scalability, supportability, and cost effectiveness.</li><li>Develop and maintain architecture documentation, standards, procedures, diagrams, and operational runbooks.</li><li>Mentor engineers and administrators by sharing expertise, reviewing technical approaches, and promoting engineering excellence and operational discipline.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Interested candidates should contact sally.lander@roberthalf.(com).</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Telecommunications Specialist to support enterprise voice and communication systems. This role is ideal for a self-directed individual who can step into an active environment, assess priorities quickly, and keep critical telecom work moving forward with limited oversight. The position offers the opportunity to contribute hands-on expertise across telephony infrastructure, user communication needs, and project coordination while partnering with technical teams and business stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage enterprise telephony activities, including call routing design, auto attendants, hunt groups, number management, and E911 configuration.</p><p>• Take ownership of ongoing telecom initiatives by reviewing current progress, identifying open items, and driving remaining work through completion.</p><p>• Support and maintain IP telephony and UCaaS-related services to ensure reliable voice connectivity across the organization.</p><p>• Coordinate number portability efforts and work with carriers or service providers to resolve provisioning and PSTN connectivity issues.</p><p>• Provide technical guidance on Avaya-based environments and assist with telecom-related changes tied to broader platform updates.</p><p>• Communicate clearly with IT teams, end users, and leadership to share status updates, surface risks, and align on next steps.</p><p>• Travel to company sites as needed to assist with telecom assessments, implementation tasks, or issue resolution.</p><p>• Document configurations, decisions, and action plans to keep telecom operations organized and accessible for stakeholders.</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced IFS SME to assess and improve Purchase Order processes within IFS. The client is experiencing challenges with PO closeout activities, manual entry of cost components, and inefficient workflows that require significant back-office intervention.</p><p>This consultant will work directly with business users to document current-state processes, identify root causes, and recommend practical improvements that reduce manual effort and improve operational efficiency.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Review and document current Purchase Order processes within IFS.</li><li>Analyze why POs are not being closed properly and identify process gaps and system usage issues.</li><li>Evaluate manual workflows related to entering cost components and other purchasing transactions.</li><li>Work closely with franchise locations and corporate teams to understand process pain points and handoffs.</li><li>Recommend IFS best practices to streamline PO processing, closeout procedures, and data entry activities.</li><li>Identify opportunities to automate or simplify manual tasks.</li><li>Provide actionable recommendations for improving efficiency, user adoption, and process consistency.</li><li>Advise on potential AI or automation capabilities that could reduce manual work.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to strengthen day-to-day security operations and help protect cloud and enterprise environments. This position is suited for a detail-oriented individual who can assess alerts, support investigations, and maintain clear records across incidents, vulnerabilities, and compliance activities. The role works closely with security, IT, and business stakeholders to identify risks, improve visibility, and support timely remediation of security issues.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review and validate security findings from endpoint and threat detection tools, then escalate confirmed concerns to the appropriate security leaders and engineering teams.</p><p>• Watch for suspicious activity across monitoring platforms beyond managed service coverage and perform initial analysis of unusual events.</p><p>• Examine emerging security issues, including AI-related threats and abnormal behavior, and route concerns for further action when needed.</p><p>• Document monitoring blind spots, identity control weaknesses, and other visibility gaps, then share recommendations with engineering partners.</p><p>• Assist with incident response by collecting evidence, building event timelines, supporting containment actions, and maintaining accurate case records.</p><p>• Carry out first-level investigations into security alerts, potential policy breaches, and other indicators of compromise.</p><p>• Track vulnerability and exposure findings, follow remediation progress, and highlight changes in severity or business risk.</p><p>• Coordinate support for patching follow-up, penetration testing activities, and remediation documentation to help close identified security gaps.</p><p>• Gather and organize technical evidence for audits, control reviews, and annual compliance requirements while keeping supporting documentation current.</p><p>• Participate in an on-call rotation to help address escalated security incidents and urgent operational events.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Construction Cost Engineer to join our client's growing construction team! </p><p><br></p><p>This position plays a key role in maintaining cost accuracy, strengthening change control practices, and helping project teams make informed financial decisions throughout the construction lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial judgment, a disciplined approach to documentation, and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and external partners.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage project cost tracking activities from early planning through closeout to help maintain budget accuracy and financial discipline.</p><p>• Administer the subcontractor change process by monitoring submissions, following up on pending actions, and confirming documentation is complete before approval.</p><p>• Enter and maintain change order records within the designated project platform, ensuring information is accurate, current, and processed within required timelines.</p><p>• Contribute to monthly cost reporting by compiling financial data, identifying budget variances, and summarizing key risks along with practical mitigation recommendations.</p><p>• Support meetings and presentations with internal leaders, clients, and external partners by preparing clear financial updates and project cost insights.</p><p>• Evaluate contract language and project documentation to help determine commercial entitlement related to change events, claims, and other cost impacts.</p><p>• Work closely with finance and accounting stakeholders to align reporting, uphold financial controls, and address cost-related questions during the project.</p><p>• Review market conditions such as labor availability, union considerations, material pricing, and tax implications to inform estimates, forecasts, and budget adjustments.</p><p>• Assist with the resolution of invoice discrepancies, payment questions, and change-related billing issues to keep project financials accurate and current.</p>