<ul><li>Monitor security events, alerts, and logs from various security platforms and systems.</li><li>Investigate potential threats, suspicious activity, and security incidents.</li><li>Support the operation and optimization of security monitoring and detection capabilities.</li><li>Develop and maintain alerting, escalation, and response procedures.</li><li>Analyze emerging threat trends and recommend appropriate defensive measures.</li><li>Participate in incident detection, containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.</li><li>Conduct forensic investigations and root-cause analysis following security incidents.</li><li>Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners during security events.</li><li>Document incident findings, lessons learned, and remediation recommendations.</li><li>Assist in the development and testing of incident response plans and playbooks.</li><li>Perform vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation activities.</li><li>Evaluate security findings and prioritize risks based on impact and likelihood.</li><li>Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and operations teams to resolve vulnerabilities.</li><li>Validate remediation efforts through testing and follow-up assessments.</li><li>Support penetration testing activities and security reviews.</li><li>Design, implement, and maintain security controls across networks and systems.</li><li>Review network architectures and recommend improvements to reduce security risk.</li><li>Support segmentation, secure connectivity, remote access, and perimeter security initiatives.</li><li>Harden systems and services according to security standards and best practices.</li><li>Evaluate infrastructure changes for potential security implications.</li><li>Assist with the design and implementation of cloud security controls and policies.</li><li>Monitor cloud environments for security risks and configuration issues.</li><li>Support identity, access, encryption, and workload security initiatives.</li><li>Conduct cloud security assessments and recommend remediation strategies.</li><li>Collaborate with cloud and engineering teams to implement security-by-design principles.</li><li>Support user provisioning, privileged access controls, and authentication solutions.</li><li>Participate in access reviews and governance initiatives.</li><li>Implement and maintain identity security controls, including multi-factor authentication.</li><li>Monitor for unauthorized access attempts and suspicious account activity.</li><li>Assist with role-based access control and least-privilege enforcement.</li><li>Conduct security risk assessments for systems, projects, and third-party relationships.</li><li>Assist with policy development, security standards, and governance initiatives.</li><li>Support audit readiness and compliance-related activities.</li><li>Track remediation plans and provide security recommendations to stakeholders.</li><li>Promote security awareness and secure practices across the organization.</li><li>Design and implement technical security controls and solutions.</li><li>Evaluate new technologies and security tools.</li><li>Participate in architecture reviews for infrastructure, applications, and cloud platforms.</li><li>Develop automation and process improvements to increase security efficiency.</li><li>Create and maintain security documentation, procedures, and technical standards.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a Network Design Specialist to support infrastructure planning and technical design efforts in Nokomis, Florida. This Long-term Contract position focuses on developing accurate network layouts, producing clear engineering documentation, and contributing to fiber and switching environments. The ideal candidate brings a strong grasp of network architecture principles along with experience using drafting and design software to translate requirements into detailed infrastructure plans.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop detailed network design drawings and infrastructure layouts using tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, or comparable platforms.</p><p>• Create and maintain technical diagrams, documentation packages, and visual network maps that accurately reflect existing and planned environments.</p><p>• Support the design of fiber-based network infrastructure, including rack arrangements, port assignments, and physical connectivity planning.</p><p>• Apply networking knowledge to define switch placement, IP addressing structures, and equipment relationships within infrastructure designs.</p><p>• Collaborate with engineering and project stakeholders to turn technical requirements into organized, build-ready documentation.</p><p>• Review drawings and documentation for accuracy, consistency, and alignment with established network design standards.</p><p>• Assist with updates to network records and infrastructure mapping as project requirements evolve over time.</p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Contract Systems Engineer</strong> to join our client's IT infrastructure team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of the organization’s systems and infrastructure. This contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong technical background in systems architecture and enterprise IT environments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>System Design & Implementation:</strong> Design and implement scalable, secure, and reliable systems to support business operations and growth.</li><li><strong>Infrastructure Maintenance:</strong> Administer and maintain Windows and/or Linux servers, virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V), and cloud-based services (e.g., Azure, AWS).</li><li><strong>Performance Monitoring:</strong> Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability and efficiency of infrastructure.</li><li><strong>Security & Compliance:</strong> Implement system security protocols, manage patching schedules, and ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry regulations.</li><li><strong>Backup & Recovery:</strong> Manage backup solutions and disaster recovery plans to ensure data integrity and business continuity.</li><li><strong>Automation & Scripting:</strong> Develop automation scripts and tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python) to streamline system administration tasks.</li><li><strong>Documentation:</strong> Maintain technical documentation for configurations, processes, and procedures.</li><li><strong>Collaboration:</strong> Work closely with network engineers, developers, and support staff to resolve complex issues and support IT projects.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking a hands-on Systems Administrator to support a growing technology environment spanning cloud-based applications, networking, end-user support, physical infrastructure, telecommunications, and vendor-managed systems.</p><p>This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety and is comfortable troubleshooting both technical systems and physical equipment. The organization is looking for someone they can invest in and develop long term, so candidates do not need to have experience with every technology listed below.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing:</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and support Azure, Entra, VMs, SSO, and certificates</li><li>Troubleshoot systems, applications, networking, hardware, and mobile devices</li><li>Support cloud/SaaS platforms such as NetSuite, Zoho, Asana, Dropbox, and Zendesk</li><li>Manage user access and resolve day-to-day support tickets</li><li>Support Microsoft Teams, Zoom, cameras, conference room technology, and Apple TV</li><li>Assist with networking and connectivity, including Starlink and fiber</li><li>Work with external technology vendors and manage vendor relationships</li><li>Support telecom equipment and other physical technology</li><li>Assist with equipment procurement and deployment</li><li>Work across both cloud systems and hands-on IT infrastructure</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking a Network Engineer with strong expertise in managing and supporting enterprise network infrastructure, with a primary focus on <strong>Fortinet FortiGate Firewalls</strong> and <strong>F5 Local Traffic Manager (LTM)</strong> load balancing solutions. This individual will be responsible for the design, implementation, administration, and optimization of network security, traffic management, and high-availability services across multiple environments. The ideal candidate will have experience troubleshooting complex network issues, implementing security best practices, and ensuring reliable application delivery in both on-premises and hybrid cloud environments.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Administer, configure, and support <strong>Fortinet FortiGate Firewalls</strong>, including policies, NAT, VPNs, routing, HA configurations, and security services.</li><li>Manage and maintain <strong>F5 BIG-IP LTM</strong> environments, including virtual servers, pools, monitors, iRules, SSL certificates, and traffic policies.</li><li>Design and implement secure network solutions to support business applications and critical infrastructure.</li><li>Monitor network performance and proactively identify and resolve connectivity, latency, and security-related issues.</li><li>Configure and maintain site-to-site and remote access VPN connectivity.</li><li>Perform firewall rule reviews, policy optimization, and security hardening activities.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for Data Engineering and Analytics Engineering professionals interested in exploring new opportunities with growing organizations across the Pittsburgh market. We are partnering with multiple companies that are investing in modern data platforms, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise analytics initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid, Remote, and Onsite Opportunities Available)</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $80,000 - $160,000+ depending on experience and position</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Full-Time</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Opportunities May Include:</strong></p><ul><li>Data Engineer</li><li>Senior Data Engineer</li><li>Analytics Engineer</li><li>Data Platform Engineer</li><li>Data Warehouse Engineer</li><li>Cloud Data Engineer</li><li>ETL/ELT Developer</li><li>Data Architect</li><li>Lead Data Engineer</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and data platforms</li><li>Build and optimize ETL/ELT processes supporting analytics and business operations</li><li>Develop and manage cloud-based data solutions and data warehouses</li><li>Partner with analytics, business, and technology teams to deliver trusted data products</li><li>Ensure data quality, reliability, governance, and performance across enterprise environments</li><li>Automate data workflows and support modern data engineering best practices</li><li>Support reporting, analytics, AI, and machine learning initiatives through effective data architecture</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a Systems Administrator to support and maintain a complex enterprise technology environment in California. This Systems Administrator opportunity is ideal for a hands-on technical professional with strong experience in Windows Server, VMware, Active Directory, networking, and infrastructure support. The Systems Administrator will be responsible for maintaining critical systems, troubleshooting escalated technical issues, supporting infrastructure projects, and improving the reliability, performance, and security of enterprise technology. This position requires someone who can work independently, collaborate with senior technical staff, and provide exceptional support to end users. This Systems Administrator Role is an onsite position out of Martinez, Ca and has the potential to go fulltime. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Administer, configure, and maintain enterprise infrastructure, including Windows servers, VMware virtual environments, Active Directory, networks, VPNs, firewalls, and storage systems.</li><li>Support the installation, configuration, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of physical and virtual servers, network devices, and enterprise applications.</li><li>Manage Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, file services, and user account administration.</li><li>Support VMware virtualization technologies, including vCenter, vSphere, vMotion, and virtual machine management.</li><li>Troubleshoot complex hardware, software, network connectivity, application access, and system performance issues.</li><li>Perform routine infrastructure maintenance, including system backups, patch management, operating system upgrades, security updates, and performance optimization.</li><li>Monitor infrastructure health, network security, and system availability while identifying and resolving potential issues.</li><li>Administer Microsoft 365, Exchange, and related cloud-based services to support enterprise communications and collaboration.</li><li>Support network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN environments, switches, routers, wireless connectivity, firewalls, and VoIP systems.</li><li>Assist with storage administration, disaster recovery processes, data protection, and system restoration activities.</li><li>Utilize PowerShell and other scripting tools to automate administrative tasks and improve operational efficiency.</li><li>Serve as a second-level escalation resource for technical support issues involving servers, networks, applications, and end-user systems.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams, technical leadership, and external vendors on infrastructure improvements and technology implementations.</li><li>Develop and maintain technical documentation, system configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and operational guidelines.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve infrastructure reliability, security, automation, and overall IT service delivery.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Network Administrator to join a collaborative IT team in Somerville, Massachusetts and help maintain a stable, secure, and scalable technology environment. This Long-term Contract position focuses on supporting enterprise networking across multiple locations while contributing to infrastructure modernization, office expansions, and integration efforts tied to business growth. The role is well suited for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement across network and cloud-connected systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day operations of enterprise networking systems, including firewalls, VPN connections, switching, routing, and wireless environments.<br>• Diagnose and resolve issues affecting network availability, remote access, connectivity, and overall security posture.<br>• Contribute to the integration of newly added sites by deploying standardized infrastructure and aligning equipment with company technology standards.<br>• Coordinate and execute infrastructure enhancement initiatives such as network refreshes, office technology setups, and site buildout activities.<br>• Provide technical support for related platforms, including VMware, Microsoft 365, and other cloud-based services connected to the network environment.<br>• Act as a higher-level resource for service desk staff by handling escalated technical concerns and offering guidance to less experienced team members.<br>• Keep technical documentation current, track network health, and recommend changes that strengthen performance, resilience, and protection.<br>• Partner with IT leadership and internal stakeholders to advance operational improvements and support longer-term technology planning.
<p><strong>Senior Systems Administrator</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Chantilly, VA (3 days onsite)</p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator with strong Microsoft cloud administration experience to manage and support our Azure and Microsoft 365 environment. This role is heavily focused on cloud technologies rather than traditional on-premises infrastructure and will be responsible for administering identity, email, security, and collaboration platforms.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and support Microsoft Azure and Entra ID environments.</li><li>Manage user accounts, permissions, Single Sign-On (SSO), and identity access governance.</li><li>Serve as the primary administrator for Microsoft 365 and the O365 Admin Center.</li><li>Manage Exchange Online, including mailbox administration, mail flow rules, and domain allow/block lists.</li><li>Administer Microsoft Defender security tools and respond to security-related requests.</li><li>Support and optimize cloud-based systems, policies, and processes.</li><li>Assist with SharePoint and Intune administration as needed.</li><li>Work with networking and security teams to manage firewall policies and access rules (not at a dedicated Network Engineer level).</li><li>Participate in occasional travel to support business and IT initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Strong hands-on experience administering Azure and Entra ID.</li><li>Experience managing Microsoft 365 environments beyond basic user provisioning and deprovisioning.</li><li>Exchange Online administration experience, including transport rules and domain management.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Defender.</li><li>Solid understanding of cloud-first infrastructure and administration.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with SharePoint Online.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Intune.</li><li>Familiarity with firewall administration and network security policies.</li><li>Knowledge of CMMC compliance requirements and best practices.</li></ul><p><strong>Target Profile:</strong> A senior-level Microsoft cloud administrator who can independently manage Azure, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, and Defender in a cloud-centric environment.</p>
<p><strong>Software Engineer</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p>A leading artificial intelligence and advanced analytics organization is seeking an Software Engineer to help develop next-generation AI orchestration and decision-support platforms. Based in Los Angeles, California, the company specializes in integrating complex data sources into scalable intelligence solutions that support mission-critical operations, advanced analytics, and organizational workflows. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technologies within a highly collaborative and innovative engineering environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Summary</strong></p><p>The Software Engineer will design, build, and optimize enterprise-grade AI platforms that connect structured and unstructured data, knowledge graphs, retrieval systems, and intelligent workflows. This hands-on role focuses on developing production-ready AI applications, agent frameworks, workflow orchestration systems, retrieval pipelines, and model-serving infrastructure. The ideal candidate combines strong software engineering fundamentals with expertise in AI systems, distributed architectures, and scalable platform development.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design and implement intelligent workflow systems for research, analysis, automation, and decision-support use cases.</li><li>Develop scalable retrieval, search, and knowledge management capabilities across structured and unstructured datasets.</li><li>Build backend services, APIs, and platform capabilities supporting AI-driven applications.</li><li>Create resilient workflow orchestration patterns for long-running, distributed, and fault-tolerant processes.</li><li>Develop authorization, permission management, auditing, and governance mechanisms within AI platforms.</li><li>Optimize retrieval, inference, and execution performance across diverse deployment environments.</li><li>Fine-tune, evaluate, and integrate open-source AI models to support specialized business workflows.</li><li>Implement model routing, inference optimization, caching, and fallback strategies.</li><li>Build evaluation frameworks that measure system accuracy, reliability, performance, and operational effectiveness.</li><li>Develop observability, monitoring, alerting, and troubleshooting capabilities across platform components.</li><li>Partner with product, data, machine learning, infrastructure, security, and customer-facing teams to deliver scalable solutions.</li><li>Contribute to technical architecture, engineering standards, and long-term platform strategy.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Details</strong></p><ul><li>Fully onsite 5 days per week</li><li>Individual contributor role with substantial technical ownership</li><li>Opportunity to work on advanced AI, automation, retrieval, and knowledge graph technologies</li><li>Staff-level candidates may provide technical leadership, mentorship, and architecture guidance</li><li>Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and satisfy applicable regulatory employment requirements</li></ul>
We are looking for a skilled Cloud Engineering Specialist to support secure and reliable cloud services for a university environment in Union, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position focuses on strengthening Microsoft 365 and related identity platforms while helping maintain resilient, scalable, and high-performing systems. The role is well suited for a hands-on cloud specialist who can balance technical problem-solving, automation, and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic academic setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily administration and support of the Microsoft 365 environment to ensure dependable service delivery and strong platform performance.<br>• Manage and enhance cloud and identity solutions across Azure, Active Directory, Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Okta-connected services.<br>• Develop and maintain automation scripts, including PowerShell-based tasks, to improve efficiency, consistency, and operational control.<br>• Troubleshoot authentication, access, and integration issues involving cloud platforms and federated identity services.<br>• Partner with security, infrastructure, and application teams to strengthen the protection, availability, and scalability of institutional systems.<br>• Produce reports and validate account or access data by reconciling information from connected enterprise platforms such as student-related systems.<br>• Support cloud engineering initiatives by applying sound technical judgment and documenting solutions, configurations, and support processes.
We are looking for an experienced infrastructure architect to lead the design of large-scale environments that support AI model training, inference, and high-performance computing in Irvine, California. This role blends deep technical expertise with practical decision-making across compute, networking, storage, and data center infrastructure, ensuring solutions are scalable, resilient, and ready for production. The position works closely with engineering, operations, vendors, and facilities teams to turn workload demands and site constraints into well-defined, deployable architectures.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Architect end-to-end data center solutions for AI and HPC environments, aligning compute, interconnect, storage, and management systems into a cohesive platform.<br>• Convert workload profiles, growth forecasts, and site limitations into detailed infrastructure designs that support performance, reliability, and future expansion.<br>• Assess rack-scale platforms and hardware configurations to determine the best fit for resiliency, operational efficiency, and long-term scalability.<br>• Design network frameworks for compute, storage, user, and administrative traffic with careful attention to bandwidth, failover, and overall fabric performance.<br>• Define storage strategies based on throughput, latency, capacity, and application behavior to meet demanding AI and HPC requirements.<br>• Produce detailed equipment specifications and bills of materials covering hardware components, connectivity, software, support agreements, and spare inventory.<br>• Review vendor and integrator proposals to confirm technical completeness, pricing accuracy, and alignment with architectural requirements.<br>• Partner with manufacturers, OEMs, and integration providers during technical assessments and contribute expertise during commercial discussions.<br>• Establish rack layouts, cabling plans, service access considerations, and facility requirements including power, cooling, weight, and floor space.<br>• Create validation standards for benchmarking, reliability testing, and operational acceptance before systems are released into production.
We are looking for a Network Administrator to join a collaborative IT team in Somerville, Massachusetts, supporting a growing organization in the waste and environmental services industry. This Contract position focuses on maintaining and improving enterprise network operations across multiple sites while contributing to infrastructure expansion and technology consistency. The role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with core networking systems, cloud-connected environments, and site-based IT initiatives in a fully onsite setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day operation of enterprise networking systems, including firewalls, VPN connections, routers, switches, and wireless environments.<br>• Diagnose and resolve network performance, access, and security-related issues to maintain stable business operations.<br>• Contribute to the IT integration of newly acquired locations by deploying standardized infrastructure and equipment.<br>• Coordinate and execute network refreshes, office technology rollouts, and infrastructure improvement projects across multiple sites.<br>• Provide administrative support for VMware, Microsoft 365, and other cloud-enabled platforms connected to the network environment.<br>• Act as a higher-level technical resource for Help Desk staff and provide guidance to less experienced team members.<br>• Track network health, maintain accurate technical documentation, and recommend enhancements that strengthen uptime and protection.<br>• Partner with IT leadership to support broader technology initiatives and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
<p><strong>Robert Half is working with a client who is looking to hire a Data Engineer</strong> to support a growing enterprise data and analytics initiative. This individual will help build and modernize the data pipelines, integrations, and cloud-based data infrastructure used across the organization.</p><p>The ideal candidate has experience working with large datasets, modern cloud data platforms, and production-grade ETL/ELT pipelines. This role will work closely with Data Architects, Analytics Engineers, BI teams, and business stakeholders as the organization expands its enterprise data capabilities.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Design, build, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines.</li><li>Integrate structured and unstructured data from multiple enterprise systems.</li><li>Develop and optimize data models used for analytics and reporting.</li><li>Build solutions within cloud data environments such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.</li><li>Monitor data pipelines for performance, reliability, and data quality.</li><li>Partner with analysts, architects, and application teams to understand data requirements.</li><li>Support the migration of legacy data workloads to modern cloud platforms.</li><li>Develop reusable frameworks and automation for data processing.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced SAP Security Administrator to join our team in Southfield, Michigan in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role will lead security administration efforts across a broad SAP ecosystem and connected enterprise technologies, helping ensure access controls are scalable, compliant, and aligned with business needs. The position is ideal for someone who combines deep SAP security expertise with a strong understanding of Basis and cross-platform security architecture.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead day-to-day administration of SAP security across core platforms and integrated technologies, ensuring reliable and appropriate user access.<br>• Design, refine, and maintain security roles, authorizations, and governance standards to strengthen the overall control environment.<br>• Build security solutions for new SAP-related initiatives and expand existing frameworks to support evolving business requirements.<br>• Coordinate secure access alignment between SAP environments and connected platforms such as Databricks and Microsoft Entra ID.<br>• Work closely with network engineering, technical teams, business stakeholders, and technology leadership to support security strategy and execution.<br>• Provide security support across platforms including S/4HANA, Employee Payroll, Datasphere, Analytics Cloud, and SuccessFactors.<br>• Contribute to security planning for environments spanning on-premises and private cloud landscapes, including activities tied to ongoing platform transformation efforts.<br>• Monitor and improve security processes to promote consistency, compliance, and operational efficiency across enterprise systems.
We are looking for an IAM/Active Directory Architect to support identity and access management strategy, directory services design, and infrastructure governance for a Contract position based in Houston, Texas. This role will focus on building secure, scalable Active Directory environments while partnering with technical teams to align architecture decisions with operational needs. The ideal candidate brings strong experience across DevOps practices, enterprise storage, server virtualization, and Group Policy management, along with a solid understanding of architecture standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and guide Active Directory and IAM architecture to support secure, reliable, and scalable enterprise operations.<br>• Develop and enforce directory services standards, policies, and technical frameworks that align with broader infrastructure architecture goals.<br>• Administer and optimize Group Policy Objects to strengthen security controls, streamline configuration management, and improve user environment consistency.<br>• Collaborate with DevOps, infrastructure, and operations teams to integrate identity services into automated deployment and support workflows.<br>• Evaluate server virtualization and enterprise storage dependencies to ensure directory services perform effectively across complex environments.<br>• Create architectural documentation, implementation guidance, and technical roadmaps for IAM and Active Directory solutions.<br>• Review existing platforms and recommend improvements that enhance resiliency, governance, and operational efficiency.<br>• Provide technical leadership during planning, deployment, and troubleshooting activities related to directory and identity services.
<p>We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support and enhance enterprise infrastructure environments. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing server, virtualization, storage, and cloud technologies while ensuring high availability and performance across the organization.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Administer Windows Server environments, Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS/DHCP.</li><li>Support VMware, Hyper-V, and virtualization infrastructure.</li><li>Manage enterprise storage, backups, and disaster recovery solutions.</li><li>Monitor system performance and proactively identify improvements.</li><li>Troubleshoot complex infrastructure and server-related issues.</li><li>Collaborate with networking, security, and application teams.</li><li>Assist with cloud infrastructure administration and migrations.</li><li>Develop and maintain infrastructure documentation and procedures.</li><li>Participate in patch management, upgrades, and system hardening efforts.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Part-Time Systems & Network Engineer (Direct Hire | 34 Hours/Week)</strong></p><p><strong>ONSITE: Des Moines, Iowa with Off-Hours support = Onsite & Remote </strong></p><p><strong>Part-time Hourly position PLUS Overtime Pay: $56 / hour.</strong></p><p>We are seeking a <strong>hands-on Systems & Network Engineer</strong> for a <strong>permanent direct hire, part-time opportunity</strong> working <strong>34 hours per week</strong>. This role offers a flexible schedule with <strong>some off-hours and evening onsite work</strong> to support maintenance, updates, and infrastructure changes with minimal business disruption.</p><p><strong>Why Consider This Role</strong></p><p>You will enjoy being the go-to technical resource, balancing support with project work, and having flexibility in how your week is structured, this could be an excellent fit.</p><p>This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy and wants to take ownership. Serve as the primary engineer responsible for both <strong>systems administration and network engineering</strong>, making this ideal for someone comfortable operating independently and driving solutions from start to finish.</p><p>*** For confidential consideration, please send a message to CARRIE DANGER, SVP Permanent Placement - on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and support server, systems, and network infrastructure</li><li>Maintain and enhance VMware and Windows Server environments</li><li>Manage switching, routing, firewall, and network connectivity</li><li>Support Azure and cloud-focused infrastructure initiatives</li><li>Oversee Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and Exchange Online</li><li>Handle patching, updates, alerting, and infrastructure maintenance</li><li>Coordinate scheduled server and network changes, including communication around downtime and maintenance windows</li><li>Support audit readiness, compliance controls, and infrastructure documentation</li><li>Assist with modernization efforts involving VPN, remote access, cloud migration, and data center improvements</li><li>Take ownership of projects and independently drive issues through resolution</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Background Needed</strong></p><p>Candidates should have current, hands-on experience across both <strong>systems and networking</strong>.</p><p>Preferred experience includes:</p><p>*Systems administration and network engineering</p><p>*Windows Server & VMware</p><p>*Cisco networking, including Cisco Routers, Switches, firewalls, and Cisco Meraki</p><p>*Citrix technologies</p><p>*Azure and Active Directory</p><p>*Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online</p><p>*SAN/storage administration</p><p>*PowerShell scripting</p><p>*Patch management and infrastructure lifecycle support</p><p>*Remote access technologies such as VPN solutions, Tailscale, or similar tools</p><p>*Exposure to Parallels RAS is a plus</p><p>Part-time Hourly position PLUS Overtime Pay: $56 / hour. For immediate and confidential consideration, reach out directly to Carrie Danger, SVP of Permanent Placement: Office: 515-259-6087 Mobile: 515-991-0863. Email: (found on MY LinkedIn profile)</p><p>Your application will remain confidential; resumes will never be shared without your permission.***</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to support and troubleshoot production infrastructure in a hands-on environment. This role requires strong technical depth across virtualization, backup and disaster recovery, Windows Server, and core cloud, security, and networking technologies.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Administer and troubleshoot Hyper-V</li><li>Support VMware ESXi environments</li><li>Manage Veeam backups, restores, and disaster recovery processes</li><li>Perform hands-on Windows Server administration</li><li>Support infrastructure across cloud, security, and networking</li><li>Troubleshoot production issues, outages, and performance problems</li><li>Assist with infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and improvements</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a technology support leader to oversee IT and operational technology support for manufacturing environments in Plano, Texas. This position is well suited for someone who is comfortable working directly in production settings, solving issues that affect uptime, and coordinating closely with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams. The role combines hands-on technical problem solving with cross-functional collaboration to keep plant systems, user devices, and industrial networks running reliably.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day technical support for plant operations, ensuring systems used across manufacturing sites remain stable, accessible, and responsive to production needs.</li><li>Diagnose and resolve issues involving industrial networks, end-user devices, software platforms, and connected equipment that may interrupt plant performance.</li><li>Support communication and connectivity among PLCs, HMIs, operator stations, and other manufacturing technologies used on the production floor.</li><li>Maintain and improve plant-floor infrastructure such as switches, wireless components, industrial network hardware, and workstation endpoints.</li><li>Work closely with controls engineers, maintenance staff, and production teams to identify root causes of operational technology issues and restore functionality quickly.</li><li>Coordinate installation, upkeep, and troubleshooting for industrial PCs, manufacturing applications, and operator-facing hardware used in daily operations.</li><li>Track network and system performance within production environments and take proactive steps to reduce downtime and operational disruption.</li><li>Contribute to infrastructure enhancements, facility expansion efforts, and other technology improvement projects across manufacturing locations.</li><li>Keep accurate records of configurations, support activities, asset inventories, and technical procedures to support ongoing operations and future maintenance.</li><li>Partner with corporate IT resources and external service providers when advanced escalation or specialized support is needed, including travel between facilities for onsite assistance.</li></ul>
<p>Database Administration / DBA Technical “Player / Coach” Manager</p><p>Location : Des Moines – HYBRID </p><p>Salary : up to175K++ TOTAL COMPENSATION. $150K+ BONUS + Profit Sharing </p><p>Are you a hands-on database “Player / Coach” Leader who thrives at the intersection of people leadership, platform reliability, and technical problem-solving? We’re seeking a </p><p>Database Administration / DBA Technical “Player / Coach” Manager</p><p>Are you a hands-on database leader who enjoys balancing team leadership with deep technical work? We are seeking a Database Administration / DBA Technical Manager to lead a high-impact enterprise DBA function responsible for the reliability, security, performance, and modernization of critical database platforms.</p><p>This is a visible player/coach role where you will lead and mentor a team of DBAs while also serving as a senior technical expert and escalation point for complex production issues. This is not a sit-back management position. You will be directly involved in troubleshooting, automation, upgrades, migrations, and operational excellence across on-prem/ cloud environments.</p><p>Why join us This is an opportunity to shape database strategy, improve operational maturity, develop talent, and directly influence enterprise reliability and cloud modernization efforts.</p><p>What you will do</p><p>• Lead, coach, and develop a team of database professionals</p><p>• Own the health, availability, and performance of enterprise database environments including SQL Server, Oracle, Snowflake, MongoDB, and related technologies</p><p>• Establish and maintain standards for security, access controls, backup and recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, monitoring, and alerting</p><p>• Remain Hands on technical + Act as the senior escalation point for outages, incidents, root-cause analysis, and critical support needs</p><p>• Lead upgrades, patching, migrations, modernization initiatives, and cloud adoption efforts with strong implementation and rollback planning</p><p>• Drive database performance improvements through tuning, indexing, query optimization, and capacity planning</p><p>• Advance automation for provisioning, maintenance, monitoring, access administration, and compliance</p><p>• Partner closely with application, infrastructure, cloud, security, architecture, and analytics teams</p><p>• Oversee documentation, operating procedures, vendor relationships, and roadmap planning for database platforms and adjacent data services</p><p>What you bring</p><p>• Experience leading database administration in complex enterprise environments</p><p>• Strong hands-on expertise across multiple database platforms and production support models</p><p>• Database operations, resiliency, modernization, and cloud initiatives</p><p>• Experience with incident, problem, and change management, along with operational governance and documentation</p><p>• Ability to balance technical depth, people leadership, and road mapping </p><p>If you are a technical leader who still enjoys solving complex database challenges, we would love to connect.Direct-hire permanent opportunity with a local Des Moines client. Compensation up to $175K total, including $150K base plus bonus and profit sharing. For immediate and confidential consideration, contact Carrie Danger, SVP, Permanent Placement Team, Iowa Region, or apply directly through the Robert Half website.</p>
<p><strong>SCADA Systems Analyst</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>A well-established public sector organization serving a large and dynamic community is seeking a SCADA Systems Analyst to support critical infrastructure operations. Based in Los Angeles, CA, this organization is dedicated to delivering reliable utility and operational services through innovative technology solutions. The team values collaboration, continuous improvement, and the effective use of automation and control systems to enhance service delivery.</p><p><br></p><p>The SCADA Systems Analyst is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and industrial control systems that support essential utility operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring system reliability, operational efficiency, and data integrity while partnering with internal stakeholders, vendors, and consultants. The position supports mission-critical infrastructure and contributes to long-term technology and automation initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design, implement, configure, and maintain SCADA, DCS, HMI, and related control system applications.</li><li>Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and administration for industrial automation systems and associated hardware.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and optimize reports, queries, dashboards, and operational data solutions.</li><li>Program, troubleshoot, and support PLCs, control modules, instrumentation, and network-connected equipment.</li><li>Assist in designing and maintaining networks that support industrial control and automation environments.</li><li>Manage system upgrades, enhancements, migrations, and integration projects from planning through implementation.</li><li>Create and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, schematics, system configurations, and operational procedures.</li><li>Collaborate with vendors, consultants, and internal teams to support new installations, upgrades, and maintenance activities.</li><li>Support contract administration, procurement activities, technology evaluations, and budget planning related to control systems.</li><li>Deliver end-user training and provide ongoing technical guidance to operational and maintenance teams.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Details</strong></p><ul><li>Work Model: Hybrid schedule with three on-site days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)</li><li>Participation in a rotating on-call schedule supporting critical systems that operate 24/7 (approximately two times per month)</li><li>Position involves both office-based work and support of operational environments</li><li>Occasional physical activity may be required, including bending, kneeling, reaching, and working in confined spaces</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $137,000 annually</li><li>Additional on-call compensation equal to 8% of the employee’s hourly rate during scheduled on-call assignments</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, retirement, and paid time off</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and technical training</li><li>Stable, mission-driven work environment with long-term career growth potential</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced M365 Engineer to support enterprise cloud initiatives for a banking organization in Denver, Colorado. This Long-term Contract position is suited for a senior specialist who can independently guide solution design, technical delivery, and platform improvement across Microsoft 365 and Azure environments. The role focuses on building secure, scalable collaboration and identity solutions while partnering with technical and business teams to advance modernization goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Architect, deploy, and refine Microsoft 365 and Azure-based solutions that align with enterprise performance, security, and scalability needs.<br>• Provide senior-level technical leadership across the Microsoft platform, translating business objectives into practical cloud designs and implementation plans.<br>• Manage and improve core Microsoft 365 services such as Exchange Online and SharePoint Online to support reliable communication and collaboration.<br>• Drive initiatives related to security, compliance, governance, and identity management within the Microsoft ecosystem.<br>• Assess emerging Microsoft AI capabilities, including Copilot, and recommend or implement use cases that improve productivity and operational efficiency.<br>• Create cloud adoption approaches, technical standards, and modernization roadmaps to guide ongoing platform evolution.<br>• Partner with infrastructure teams, security specialists, and business stakeholders to deliver well-integrated and sustainable solutions.<br>• Resolve advanced technical issues, perform root-cause analysis, and offer expert guidance on complex platform challenges.<br>• Produce clear architecture documentation, operational procedures, and technical recommendations for stakeholders and support teams.
<p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled <strong>Cybersecurity Engineer</strong> to join our client's IT security team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions that protect the organization's networks, systems, applications, and data. The ideal candidate will have experience with security architecture, threat prevention, incident response, vulnerability management, and cloud security.</p><p>This contract opportunity offers the chance to work on critical cybersecurity initiatives while helping strengthen the organization's overall security posture.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li><strong>Security Infrastructure:</strong> Design, implement, and maintain security technologies including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), endpoint protection, VPNs, and web security solutions.</li><li><strong>Threat Detection & Response:</strong> Monitor security alerts, investigate incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.</li><li><strong>Vulnerability Management:</strong> Conduct vulnerability assessments, security audits, penetration testing coordination, and remediation activities.</li><li><strong>Cloud Security:</strong> Secure cloud environments including Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform by implementing best practices and security controls.</li><li><strong>Security Architecture:</strong> Assist in designing secure network, server, and application architectures to reduce organizational risk.</li><li><strong>Identity & Access Management:</strong> Support access control initiatives, privileged access management, multi-factor authentication, and identity governance processes.</li><li><strong>Compliance & Governance:</strong> Ensure security controls align with regulatory requirements and industry standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOC 2.</li><li><strong>Security Automation:</strong> Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools to improve security monitoring, threat detection, and response capabilities.</li><li><strong>Documentation:</strong> Create and maintain security policies, procedures, standards, and technical documentation.</li><li><strong>Collaboration:</strong> Work closely with IT, infrastructure, development, and business teams to integrate security into technology initiatives.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Robert Half is seeking an experienced Network Operations Lead for an exciting opportunity with our client.</strong> This position will serve as a senior technical resource responsible for the stability, performance, security, and ongoing optimization of the client's enterprise network environment.</p><p>The Network Operations Lead will provide subject matter expertise across LAN, WAN, wireless, routing, switching, SD-WAN, firewalls, and network security. This is a hands-on role that will be responsible for network deployments, troubleshooting, infrastructure upgrades, vendor coordination, and supporting critical network initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Serve as the primary <strong>networking subject matter expert</strong> for infrastructure initiatives and projects.</li><li>Plan, design, deploy, configure, maintain, and optimize enterprise <strong>LAN, WAN, wireless, and SD-WAN environments</strong>.</li><li>Configure and support routers, switches, firewalls, wireless infrastructure, and related network equipment.</li><li>Lead new network build-outs, infrastructure refreshes, equipment replacements, and network cabling initiatives.</li><li>Monitor network performance and availability, troubleshoot complex issues, identify performance trends, and provide network performance reporting.</li><li>Configure and troubleshoot routing protocols and technologies including <strong>OSPF, VRFs, IPsec, VPLS</strong>, and other enterprise networking technologies.</li><li>Manage and maintain network security solutions, including firewall policies, zones, access controls, and security configurations.</li><li>Perform network asset management, maintaining accurate inventories, technical documentation, diagrams, and equipment specifications.</li><li>Install and upgrade network hardware and software while ensuring changes are completed according to established schedules and procedures.</li><li>Coordinate with third-party network and technology vendors for installations, troubleshooting, maintenance, and equipment procurement.</li><li>Collaborate with end users and internal IT teams to understand network requirements and develop appropriate technical solutions.</li><li>Participate in infrastructure projects, technical meetings, and network planning sessions.</li><li>Develop and maintain network operations procedures, standards, diagrams, and technical documentation.</li><li>Ensure network operations align with industry security best practices and applicable regulatory requirements.</li><li>Troubleshoot complex network hardware and software issues and implement effective solutions with minimal disruption to business operations.</li><li>Manage multiple concurrent projects, priorities, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Provide technical guidance and expertise to other members of the IT organization as needed.</li><li>Participate in after-hours or weekend maintenance activities when required to minimize network downtime.</li></ul><p><br></p>