Senior Systems Engineer

CIFC OVERVIEW

Founded in 2005, CIFC Asset Management LLC (including its affiliates, “CIFC”) is a global credit manager focused across multiple disciplines – CLOs, structured credit, corporate credit, opportunistic credit, and direct lending. Serving institutional investors globally, CIFC is a SEC-registered investment manager with approximately $47 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025. For more information, please visit

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Sr. Systems Engineer will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining CIFC’s core infrastructure systems to ensure high availability, security, and scalability. Reporting to the Co-Heads of Infrastructure, this individual will work closely with IT leadership and cross-functional teams to support business operations and strategic initiatives. The role requires 4 days per week in the office (subject to change) and demands a proactive, detail-oriented professional with deep technical expertise and strong problem-solving skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise infrastructure leveraging Microsoft Azure, Windows Server, and Active Directory.
• Administer and optimize on-premises and cloud environments for performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Ensure security compliance through identity management, patching, and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Develop automation scripts and workflows using PowerShell to streamline operational tasks.
• Monitor system performance, configure alerts, and respond promptly to incidents to minimize downtime.
• Maintain and enhance ITSM platform for service delivery and meeting SLA targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to support infrastructure projects and initiatives.
• Maintain global knowledgebase, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Lead assigned infrastructure projects from planning through execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Support end-user requests to ensure business productivity.
• Work with vendors and partners on collaborative projects.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field
• Advanced Certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, VMWare Cisco, Citrix, etc.) are strongly preferred
• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure, Office 365 Administration, Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS/DHCP, and virtualization technologies (Azure/Hyper-V).
• Preferred experience (is a plus) with Microsoft Defender, Azure Sentinel, MSSQL management, enterprise firewalls, Azure DevOps management, Kubernetes management
• Familiarity with cloud networking, identity and access management, and hybrid environments.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture, endpoint security, and disaster recovery planning.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting, automation, and monitoring tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, PRTG).

*Must have Azure experience*

Featured Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts