Director, Systems Engineer

<div><p>Our client, a leading global asset manager, is seeking a Director, Systems Engineer to join their Infrastructure team in New York City. This role will lead the design, implementation, and support of a secure, high‑availability global systems environment. The position combines hands‑on engineering, operations, and project delivery, offering the chance to work across multiple technology groups and support critical business platforms in a dynamic, collaborative setting.</p><p>The annual base salary range is $170,000 to $185,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.</p><h3>Job Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Design, implement, and maintain infrastructure to ensure system availability, performance, and security across global operations</li><li>Support back‑office applications including trading, fund accounting, and financial reporting systems</li><li>Manage Windows Server environments end‑to‑end, including patching, security updates, and performance monitoring across development, test, and production</li><li>Oversee VMware deployments and support, Citrix technologies (Delivery Controller, StoreFront, PVS, Netscaler/VPX)</li><li>Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot Azure and AWS cloud environments (IaaS and PaaS) including VNets/VPCs, private networks, containers, and managed databases</li><li>Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver technology initiatives aligned with business objectives</li><li>Oversee core infrastructure, including Cisco UCS, PURE storage, and similar enterprise compute/storage solutions</li><li>Manage Active Directory, Azure AD, Office 365, security platforms (Defender ATP, Intune), and privileged identity solutions</li><li>Maintain and advance security monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and remediation practices</li><li>Drive process documentation improvement, capacity planning, and performance monitoring</li><li>Participate in IT operations (7×24) and provide escalation support, root cause analysis, and incident response as needed</li><li>Support global office locations and ensure timely and professional customer service for end users</li></ul><h3>Job Requirements</h3><ul><li>10+ years of IT infrastructure experience with complex, multi‑site financial platforms (trading environments highly preferred)</li><li>Advanced hands‑on with Windows Server, Microsoft enterprise infrastructure (SQL, Exchange, Active Directory, SCCM), and Office 365/Azure AD</li><li>Strong background with Citrix technologies, VMware, Cisco UCS, and enterprise storage systems (PURE or similar)</li><li>Advanced cloud experience (Azure, AWS) and managing cloud‑based networks and security</li><li>Expertise in scripting (PowerShell), automation, and experience supporting CI/CD pipelines</li><li>Proven track record with vulnerability management, root cause analysis, and process improvement</li><li>Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills, with an inclusive and customer‑focused mindset</li><li>Willingness to participate in an on‑call rotation and work weekends/evenings as needed (hybrid work arrangement in NYC, 4 in‑office/1 remote)</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)</li></ul><h3>Preferred Skills</h3><ul><li>Familiarity with IaC best practices, Entra ID, Azure Policies, Site Recovery, Backup Center, and cloud security enhancements</li><li>Experience with cloud adoption frameworks and well‑architected best practices</li></ul></div> #J-18808-Ljbffr