Description We are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join a contract-to-permanent opportunity based in West Des Moines, Iowa. This role is ideal for an experienced infrastructure specialist who can shape cloud strategy, guide technical direction, and strengthen enterprise systems across a Microsoft-centered environment. The position focuses heavily on architecture and modernization efforts while also providing steady oversight of day-to-day infrastructure performance, reliability, and resilience.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the design and advancement of cloud-focused infrastructure solutions, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure technologies.
• Provide senior-level technical direction for systems architecture, helping define long-term infrastructure standards and modernization priorities.
• Oversee enterprise platforms across Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization, and storage environments to support secure and efficient operations.