Director, Systems Engineer

Atlas Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Search is seeking a Director, Systems Engineer to join their Infrastructure team in New York City. The role involves leading the design and implementation of a secure and high-availability global systems environment, managing projects and collaborating with multiple technology groups.

Successful candidates will have extensive IT infrastructure experience, particularly in financial platforms, and will demonstrate strong skills in Windows Server and cloud environments. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT infrastructure experience with complex, multi-site financial platforms.
• Advanced hands-on experience with Windows Server and Microsoft enterprise infrastructure.
• Expertise in scripting (PowerShell) and automation.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain infrastructure to ensure system availability and performance.
• Support back-office applications, including trading and financial reporting systems.
• Manage Windows Server environments end-to-end.

Skills

10+ years of IT infrastructure experience

Advanced hands-on with Windows Server

Strong background with Citrix technologies

Advanced cloud experience (Azure, AWS)

Expertise in scripting (PowerShell)

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Windows Server

Microsoft enterprise infrastructure

Citrix technologies

VMware

Cisco UCS

Azure

AWS

Job description

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.

Job Responsibilities

• 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, StoreFront, 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

Job Requirements

• 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 (PowerShell), 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)

Preferred Skills

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