About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a managed IT services firm (IT services / managed IT services).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Why This Role

This is an early-career, hands-on technical role designed to accelerate learning. The Associate Systems Engineer will gain broad exposure to endpoint deployment, device management, and day-to-day IT support across many client environments. The position includes structured training, mentorship, and paid certification opportunities — ideal for someone launching a technical career.

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What You’ll Get

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Intune, Sophos endpoint protection, networking equipment, workstations, and servers
• Structured 90-day onboarding and an assigned mentor
• Certification reimbursement (examples: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Microsoft AZ-900)
• Health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plan
• A company vehicle for travel between the Smithtown office and local client sites
• A clear 12-month career-launch path with multiple technical advancement tracks

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Where This Leads

This role is designed as a 12-month career launch. High performers can advance into:

• Support Engineer (advanced troubleshooting & client responsibility)
• Project Engineer (deployments & project leadership)
• Network Operations (monitoring & infrastructure)
• Cybersecurity (endpoint security, threat monitoring, vulnerability remediation)
• Compliance (assessments, documentation, remediation)
• Technology Advisor (strategic client guidance & long-term client relationships)

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How We Work

The team blends practical IT experience with modern AI-assisted tools to accelerate troubleshooting, automate routine tasks, and build internal tools. AI augments — it does not replace — experienced technical judgment.

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What You’ll Do

• Enroll and configure devices using Microsoft Intune
• Support Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Azure client environments
• Install, verify, and maintain Sophos endpoint protection
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network connectivity issues
• Perform hardware diagnostics and basic repairs
• Image and configure desktops and laptops
• Prepare systems for new employees and deploy/replace workstations, monitors, and printers
• Assist engineers on larger deployments and projects
• Visit local client sites to install, verify, and support equipment
• Document configurations, completed work, and maintain inventory records
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and teammates

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer information systems, management information systems, cybersecurity, or a related field
• Genuine curiosity about technology and persistence to resolve issues
• Strong communication skills and client-service instincts
• Ability to follow processes, document work, and apply training independently
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability and desire to work full-time from the Smithtown, NY office and travel occasionally to local client sites

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Compensation & Location

• Estimated pay: $70,551 per year (estimated)
• Employment type: Full-time
• Primary work location: Smithtown, NY (local travel to client sites required)

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About the Confidential Client

Our client is a long-established managed IT services provider serving local businesses. They are SOC 2 Type II compliant and focused on developing technical talent by providing meaningful hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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