Systems Engineer

Workplace Type: Hybrid-4 Days Onsite (New York, NY) Employment Type: Direct Hire Join a dynamic technology team dedicated to managing and optimizing infrastructure systems in a fast-paced financial environment. As a Systems Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in designing, maintaining, and supporting the backbone of our global IT operations. This position offers a chance to work hands‑on with a diverse set of technologies, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and contribute to impactful projects within a highly secure and performance‑driven environment Key Responsibilities Include Maintaining operational excellence by ensuring environment security, stability, and up-to-date systems Managing end-to-end Windows Server environments, including patches, security updates, and performance tuning Supporting VMware virtualization infrastructure, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting Overseeing critical backend infrastructure components such as storage solutions, networking, Active Directory, Azure AD, and GPOs Providing support for back‑office financial applications, including trading platforms and fund accounting systems Monitoring system health through detailed statistical reports and capacity planning Assisting with infrastructure projects throughout their lifecycle, adhering to architectural best practices Supporting day-to-day server management and troubleshooting escalated issues Collaborating with various technology teams to deliver core business initiatives Required Skills Minimum of 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, preferably within a financial or trading environment Expertise in Windows Server management, performance tuning, and security Strong experience with VMware virtualization environment Extensive knowledge of Citrix technologies, including Delivery Controller, PVS, StoreFront, and Netscaler/VPX deployments; Citrix Cloud experience is highly advantageous Proven experience working with cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS, managing VPCs/VNets, storage, containers, and managed databases Hands‑on experience with Cisco UCS compute environments and storage arrays like PURE Familiarity with SCCM or similar systems for software deployment and updates Strong Active Directory skills, including troubleshooting, replication, GPO management, and domain setup Experience with Office 365, Azure AD, and related Microsoft services Knowledge of security tools such as Defender ATP, Intune, and vulnerability management platforms Experience with infrastructure security protocols, authentication methods (SAML, Kerberos, RADIUS, MFA), and privileged access management Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and CI/CD pipelines Excellent troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and documentation skills Ability to support multiple global locations, work weekends/evenings, and be on call for 24/7 operations Nice to Have General database administration knowledge, particularly SQL Server Deep understanding of cloud security best practices, Entra ID, Azure Policies, and Azure Backup/Recovery services Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Cloud Adoption Framework/Well-Architected Framework best practices This opportunity is perfect for seasoned professionals eager to advance their career in a prominent financial services organization. If you possess the expertise and enthusiasm to manage critical infrastructure systems, apply now to become a vital part of our innovative team! #J-18808-Ljbffr Talon Professional Services