Tier 2/3 MSP Engineer

Posted 6 days ago

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Summary

## 1) Tier 2/3 MSP Engineer – As Needed **Title:** Tier 2/3 MSP Engineer – As Needed | Microsoft 365, Windows, Networking, SMB Support We’re a growing MSP building a bench of reliable contractors we can use for **as-needed project work, escalations, overflow support, and client onboarding tasks**. Most of our clients are **small to mid-sized businesses**, with a strong focus on **professional services firms** such as CPA/accounting, architecture, engineering, and similar organizations. We are looking for a **Tier 2/3 MSP Engineer** who is comfortable jumping into a client environment, troubleshooting issues, handling escalations, and supporting projects when needed. This is **not a full-time role**. We are looking to build a relationship with someone we can use on a recurring **contract / as-needed basis** as work comes up. ### Typical work may include: * Tier 2/3 escalation support for SMB clients * Microsoft 365 administration and troubleshooting * Exchange Online, Entra ID / Azure AD, MFA, shared mailbox, permissions, and user issues * Windows workstation and Windows Server troubleshooting * Basic to intermediate networking support including VPN, firewall, switch, and wireless troubleshooting * SharePoint / OneDrive support and occasional migration assistance * Client onboarding tasks, documentation cleanup, and project support * Working alongside onsite technicians or other contractors when needed ### Ideal experience: * Prior experience working for or alongside an **MSP** * Strong experience supporting **SMB environments** rather than only large enterprise * Comfortable working across multiple client environments * Hands-on experience with **Microsoft 365**, **Windows Server**, **Entra ID**, **Exchange Online**, **SharePoint**, and general endpoint / user support * Solid troubleshooting ability across Microsoft, networking, and general infrastructure issues * Able to communicate clearly and document work professionally ### Nice to have: * Experience with RMM / PSA platforms * Familiarity with environments in the **10–100 user range** * Experience with client onboarding, migrations, or remediation projects * Ability to assist after-hours for planned cutovers or urgent issues when needed ### Engagement structure: We are specifically looking for someone open to: * **As-needed / project-based work** * Escalations that may come up periodically rather than every week * Short projects ranging from a few hours to several days * Occasional after-hours support for cutovers or urgent issues ### When applying, please include: 1. A brief overview of your MSP and SMB support experience 2. The Microsoft / server / networking areas you are strongest in 3. Whether you are comfortable supporting multiple client environments 4. What your availability typically looks like for project-based or urgent work 5. Whether you’re open to coordinating via **Slack or Microsoft Teams** if we’re a fit

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 6+ months
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
  • Complex project
    Project Type
  • Contract-to-hire
    This job has the potential to turn into a full time role
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Nice-to-have skills
Mechanical Engineering
Activity on this job
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  • Last viewed by client:3 days ago
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About the client
Member since Jul 3, 2026
  • United States
    4:31 AM

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