Day Shift Distributed Systems Engineer Jobs in Arizona

Job Title

Advanced Systems Engineer
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite)

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Position Overview

The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS), Criminal Investigations Division (CID), is seeking an Advanced Systems Engineer to support the Digital Forensic Lab (DFL). This position functions in a senior technical capacity, serving as a systems administrator, domain administrator, network engineer, and technical advisor. The role is critical to maintaining secure, high-availability forensic infrastructure supporting criminal investigations.

This is a staff augmentation, onsite-only position based in Phoenix, AZ.

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Position Details

• Position Type: Staff Augmentation
• Hours per Week: 40
• Shift: Day
• Billing Type: Hourly
• Projected Start Date: June 1, 2026
• Duration: 1 year (with possible extension)
• Work Location: 16212 N. 28th Ave., Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85053
• Work Setting: Onsite (Remote work not authorized)

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Key Responsibilities

• Perform duties as a systems administrator, domain administrator, network engineer, and systems advisor for the Digital Forensic Lab (DFL).
• Design, implement, manage, and maintain complex network and systems architecture.
• Administer and maintain Active Directory domains, including Domain Controllers, DNS, DHCP, and Windows member servers.
• Provide expert-level management and support for network, server, storage, and forensic lab infrastructure.
• Maintain, update, and troubleshoot Network Attached Storage (NAS), including archival backup systems.
• Support servers, NAS, lab networks, forensic workstations, and client systems as needed.
• Configure and deploy forensic workstations and related hardware.
• Maintain antivirus systems, licensing (software, dongles, user licenses), and system updates.
• Work collaboratively with Certified Forensic Computer Examiners (CFCEs) to resolve hardware/software issues and assist with technology procurement.
• Develop detailed system documentation, network mapping, and technical reports.
• Archive and restore case files, including tape library operations.
• Ensure systems meet AZDPS and DFL standards.
• Provide expert testimony in court proceedings regarding system integrity and data security, as required.

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Required Skills & QualificationsRequired Technical Skills

• Expert-level experience managing:
  • Cisco Catalyst network hardware
  • Hewlett-Packard (Aruba) networking solutions
  • Mellanox / NVIDIA networking (Cumulus / NVue)
• Expert-level experience with Lenovo Unified Storage solutions (NetApp FAS).
• Advanced knowledge of network architecture, engineering, and system design.
• Advanced Windows Server administration and enterprise networking.
• Experience maintaining archival backups and NAS production systems.
• Familiarity with TrueNAS environments.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience working on comparable technical projects.
• Prior experience working on government projects.
• At least 2 years of computer administration experience supporting a large enterprise environment (1,000+ employees).

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Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in:
  • Computer Information Systems, or
  • A closely related field

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Preferred Skills

• Experience with system testing and performance analysis tools.
• Project planning and management for complex technical initiatives.
• Domain user provisioning and infrastructure enhancement.
• Server and file server upgrade and maintenance.
• Experience with tape libraries for data archival and restoration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to create and maintain complex technical documentation.

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Security & Compliance Requirements

• Background Check and Drug Screening required (HireRight).
• Security Clearance: Required.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

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Candidate Requirements (Mandatory)

• Local candidates only (must reside locally at time of submission).
• Resume must clearly state current location.
• Must be available for in-person interviews within one week of posting close date.
• Must be able to start within two weeks of receiving an offer.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights or weekends as required by DFL operations.

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Additional Information

• No travel required.
• Tentative start date is dependent on interview completion, onboarding, and issuance of a state purchase order (PO).
• Work location is in the vicinity of Greenway Rd and I-17, Phoenix, AZ.