Systems & Network Engineer - New York

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1 day ago

$60 - $65 (USD)

About MusicBreeds, Inc. · MyndBridge is building an Applied AI & Cybersecurity Systems Lab designed to simulate real-world enterprise infrastructure for workforce training and certification programs. · We are seeking a mid-level to senior Systems & Network Engineer to architect, ...

Job description

About MusicBreeds, Inc.

MyndBridge is building an Applied AI & Cybersecurity Systems Lab designed to simulate real-world enterprise infrastructure for workforce training and certification programs.

We are seeking a mid-level to senior Systems & Network Engineer to architect, deploy, configure, and document a fully functional instructional lab environment using Dell enterprise hardware.

This is a short-term, project-based engagement focused on initial buildout and stabilization.

Project Scope

The selected engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing a small-scale enterprise simulation environment that supports:

Active Directory domain services
Virtualized lab infrastructure
Cybersecurity attack/defense simulations
Network segmentation and VLAN configuration
SIEM/log monitoring environment
AI container hosting (light ML workloads)
Secure student workstation integration

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Deployment

Install and configure Dell PowerEdge server
Deploy virtualization platform (Proxmox, VMware, or equivalent)
Configure RAID and storage architecture
Configure secure administrative access

Network Configuration

Configure Dell managed switch (VLAN segmentation required)
Implement network topology appropriate for cyber simulation
Configure firewall rules (hardware or software-based)
Document full network design

Server & Lab Environment

Deploy and configure Windows Server (Active Directory)
Create domain structure and student user roles
Build and snapshot virtual machine templates
Configure red-team / blue-team environments
Deploy open-source SIEM (e.g., Security Onion)
Ensure lab reset capability between cohorts

Documentation & Handoff

Provide full topology diagram
Provide VM inventory documentation
Provide admin credential inventory
Create reset and maintenance SOP
Provide 30-day post-deployment support window

Required Qualifications

5+ years experience in Systems or Network Engineering

Hands-on experience with:
Windows Server & Active Directory
Virtualization (VMware, Proxmox, Hyper-V)
VLAN configuration
Managed switches
Firewall configuration
Linux server administration
Experience building lab or simulation environments preferred
Strong documentation discipline
Ability to work on-site in Queens, NY during build phase
Preferred Experience

Experience in cybersecurity environments or SOC deployments
Experience configuring Security Onion or similar SIEM
Familiarity with CompTIA Network+ / Security+ domains
Experience in educational or training environments
Basic understanding of GPU workstation deployment (AI node)

Deliverables (Non-Negotiable)

Before Project Completion, Engineer Must Deliver

Functional lab environment
Documented network topology
Documented server configuration
VM templates and snapshot system
Written instructor operations guide
Backup and recovery plan

Project Timeline

Estimated 20-40 hours total

2-3 week completion window

Flexible scheduling but on-site presence required for hardware configuration.

Compensation

Competitive project-based compensation.

Open to flat project fee or hourly structure.

Ideal Candidate Profile

This Role Is Ideal For

A corporate Systems Engineer seeking project work
An MSP engineer with enterprise build experience
A cybersecurity professional with infrastructure depth
A veteran IT professional with lab deployment experience

This is not a help desk or junior IT position.

About MyndBridge

MyndBridge is building an Applied AI & Cyber Workforce Infrastructure Lab focused on hands-on systems training, certification readiness, and high-placement workforce development.

This lab is designed to replicate real enterprise environments at instructional scale.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

USD per hour(MB CWDI)

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