Systems Engineer

Mize CPAs Inc. was recently named a Top 200 Workplace for 2024 by USA Today! We are a leading regional accounting and IT firm with offices in Topeka and Overland Park, Kansas. Our firm works with clients in a number of industries and has a rapidly growing restaurant and hospitality division that serves clients nationwide.

We are looking for an in-person only Systems Engineer in the Topeka office. Full-time availability is needed, 40 hours per week. After initial training of approximately 6 - 8 months, a hybrid-remote work schedule may be discussed.

If you are the right person for this opportunity, you will have experience keeping the computer network running smoothly; reviewing and analyzing software and hardware needs; recommending changes and upgrades where applicable; and providing efficient, effective, and timely service to Mize employees and clients.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining Windows & Linux (RedHat/CentOS) servers, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, group policy
• Supporting network technologies including firewalls, routers, switches; wireless access points; VLANS; routing
• Microsoft Exchange 2013, SPAM filtering; Postfix
• VMWare VSphere & ESXi, storage networking with SAN, NAS, DAS technologies
• Disaster Recovery preparedness utilizing backup & replication
• Security including antivirus, system and process logging, 2-factor authentication, disk encryption
• Understanding how hardware, software and network changes affect business processes, security and disaster recovery
• Providing tier three/four support for helpdesk team on advanced issues concerning internal and external clients
• Research, evaluate and propose hardware, software and procedural changes to meet the needs of business units
• Ability to work hours necessary to meet deadlines for work assigned
• Occasional same day travel for work at client’s offices, meetings and seminars
• Increased workload required during certain times of the year

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• In-office work during training, due to the interaction necessary between departments and trainer. Amount of time required will vary based on the individual's experience and abilities.
• Minimum High School diploma
• Strong technical knowledge and skills
• Demonstrated customer service aptitude
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• College degree with major in IT
• Certifications or formal technical education
• Familiarity with Cisco, HP Procurve, Fortinet, Veeam, Barracuda
• Prior experience in an IT support role
• Experience in delivery of quality client service

Benefits

Mize CPAs Inc. offers competitive salary and benefits, challenging projects, and ongoing professional development opportunities for our employees. Some of the benefits include: college degree reimbursement, 17 days of PTO and 10 paid Holidays per year, community service PTO, 401(k) match, fitness incentive, and parental leave.

Mize offers hybrid-remote working capabilities, upon completion of in-office training for this position.

With shareholder approval, Mize supports continuing education within each department and can purchase review courses for individuals preparing for various certification, time off to take the exam, and reimbursement for the cost of taking each part of the exam once.

Mize strives for a work-life balance and supports career development as part of our culture. We have annual reviews with career pathing included. Because of our size and variety of industries we serve, there are opportunities for growth within the Firm.