Director, Systems Engineer

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.

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.

• Design, implement, and maintain infrastructure to ensure system availability, performance, and security across global operations
• Support back‑office applications including trading, fund accounting, and financial reporting systems
• Manage Windows Server environments end‑to‑end, including patching, security updates, and performance monitoring across development, test, and production
• Oversee VMware deployments and support, Citrix technologies (Delivery Controller, Store Front, PVS, Netscaler/VPX)
• Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot Azure and AWS cloud environments (IaaS and PaaS) including VNets/VPCs, private networks, containers, and managed databases
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver technology initiatives aligned with business objectives
• Oversee core infrastructure, including Cisco UCS, PURE storage, and similar enterprise compute/storage solutions
• Manage Active Directory, Azure AD, Office 365, security platforms (Defender ATP, Intune), and privileged identity solutions
• Maintain and advance security monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and remediation practices
• Drive process documentation improvement, capacity planning, and performance monitoring
• Participate in IT operations (7×24) and provide escalation support, root cause analysis, and incident response as needed
• Support global office locations and ensure timely and professional customer service for end users

• 10+ years of IT infrastructure experience with complex, multi‑site financial platforms (trading environments highly preferred)
• Advanced hands‑on with Windows Server, Microsoft enterprise infrastructure (SQL, Exchange, Active Directory, SCCM), and Office 365/Azure AD
• Strong background with Citrix technologies, VMware, Cisco UCS, and enterprise storage systems (PURE or similar)
• Advanced cloud experience (Azure, AWS) and managing cloud‑based networks and security
• Expertise in scripting (Power Shell), automation, and experience supporting CI/CD pipelines
• Proven track record with vulnerability management, root cause analysis, and process improvement
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills, with an inclusive and customer‑focused mindset
• Willingness to participate in an on‑call rotation and work weekends/evenings as needed (hybrid work arrangement in NYC, 4 in‑office/1 remote)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

• Familiarity with IaC best practices, Entra , Azure Policies, Site Recovery, Backup Center, and cloud security enhancements
• Experience with cloud adoption frameworks and well‑architected best practices