About this role
At Alstom, we understand the critical role that technology plays in advancing transportation solutions. From high-speed trains to comprehensive transport management systems, our innovations help connect cities and make mobility smarter and more sustainable. Every day, our dedicated team works towards enhancing operational efficiencies and ensuring the safety of our systems. Could you be the full-time onsite Systems and Communications Engineer in Jamaica, NY we’re looking for? Your future role As a Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and managing networking devices, servers, storage, and operating systems within our organization. You’ll collaborate with various departments to investigate system issues and develop solutions that enhance our infrastructure's reliability and security. Your expertise will play a vital role in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information processed across our networks. We’ll look to you for: Installation, configuration, and management of networking devices and servers. Evaluation and recommendation of network-related procurement. Investigation of system issues to determine root causes and implement solutions. Planning and administration of network security measures. Development and maintenance of up-to-date system architecture. Documentation of system issues and resolutions for future reference. Participation in audits and the planning of business continuity and disaster recovery processes. All about you We value proactive problem-solving and technical expertise. We don’t expect you to have every single skill listed, but the following qualifications will help you excel in this role: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field. At least 5 years of experience in network and/or systems engineering and administration in a mixed Windows/Linux environment. Current experience with Red Hat/CentOS Linux operating systems. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server (2012/2016) and Active Directory management. Experience with systems monitoring and management in a high-availability data center environment. A valid license in accordance with New York State Motor Vehicle Laws. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with VMware ESXi, vSphere, and related VMware technologies, including system design, scalability, and capacity management. Experience supporting mission-critical systems such as CCTV/VMS, PACS, PI, and PA systems is highly desirable. Experience with MS SQL and MariaDB databases is a plus. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server environments (2012/2016/2019/2022), including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy Object (GPO) management. UHF radio communication experience is a plus. Familiarity with Nexsan and QNAP storage systems, and Cisco networking devices (switches, routers, firewalls). Proficient in TCP/IP-based LANs, iSCSI, Fiber Channel SANs, and VPN Professional certifications A+, Network+, Security+, CCNA, MCSA 2016 and VCP Things you’ll enjoy Join us on a transformative journey in the rail industry, where you will have the opportunity to contribute to essential technology that makes a difference. In this role, you’ll have the chance to: Work in a dynamic and challenging environment with opportunities for growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation. Participate in the optimization of network and systems availability. Showcase your leadership qualities and take ownership of your responsibilities. Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Annual Salary: $95,000 - $110,000 If you are a self-motivated individual with an attention to detail and a drive to deliver solutions effectively, we’d love to hear from you! You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Important to note As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.