Field Services Engineer

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ECI is seeking a Field Services Engineer to deliver premier technical support to our financial services clients. You will handle desktop and light server issues, install and upgrade software, and relocate equipment while maintaining the highest standards of service and professionalism onsite and remotely.

The ideal candidate will have a computer science-related degree and 1–3 years of end-user support, with strong communication and CRM/IT management skills.

Qualifications

• College degree or related field with 1–3 years end user support experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with focus on rapport-building and listening.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management and analytical problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class service, advice and technical support to clients.
• Interface with high-profile financial clients onsite and via remote resources.
• Troubleshoot desktops, basic servers, and software/hardware installations.
• Perform upgrades and relocations with professional communication.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Rapport-building

Education

College diploma or University degree in Computer Science or related field

1–3 years of end user support

Tools

Windows 7/8/10

Office 2010-2019

VPN/Networking basics

Active Directory/Exchange

VMware/Hyper-V

Job description

About ECI

ECIis the leading global provider of managed services, cybersecurity, and business transformation for mid‑market financial services organizations across the globe. From its unmatched range of services, ECI provides stability, security and improved business performance, freeing clients from technology concerns and enabling them to focus on running their businesses. More than 1,000 customers worldwide with over $3 trillion of assets under management put their trust in ECI.

At ECI, we believe success is driven by passion and purpose. Our passion for technology is only surpassed byour commitment to empowering ouremployees around the world.

Position Summary

The Field Services Engineer is responsible for delivering first class service, advice and technical support to Eze Castle clients, through the highest standards of customer service, efficiency, knowledge and integrity. This includes daily support incidents, desktop and light server troubleshooting, hardware/software installation, upgrades and relocations. The candidate will interface with high profile financial industry clients daily onsite in the clients environment and also through remote resources thus requiring the highest level of presentation, communication and professionalism.

Position Requirements

• College diploma or University degree in the field of Computer Science or equivalent field and/or related experience with 1-3 years of end user support
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building, listening, and questioning skills
• Willingness to learn
• Highly self-motivated and directed, in a fast-paced team environment
• Sharp attention to detail with proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective time management in working on internal tasks as well as with external vendors
• Possible long-term singular client engagement

Technical Requirements

• Experience deploying home networks including Cable/DSL/FIOS modems, firewalls, hardware and software VPN clients
• Basic understanding of networking concepts: TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, DHCP, DNS, Routing, Switching and Firewalls
• Reinstalling and troubleshooting of operating systems and applications
• Microsoft Windows 7/8/10, Microsoft Office 2010-2019
• Android/iOS configuration, troubleshooting and potential integration with MDM solutions
• Basic experience with public cloud technologies with an emphasis on Office 365
• Familiar with cyber-security concepts (Multi-Factor Authentication, Anti-virus/Antimalware, Software Firewall, Web Filtering)
• Experience with hardware troubleshooting (desktop/laptop, printer, mobile device)
• Ability to perform patching and maintenance of systems
• Experience with Microsoft Server 2008R2-2016
• Basic knowledge of e-mail and spam troubleshooting
• Understanding of IaaS, VDI and backup technologies
• Experience with virtualization software such as VMWare vSphere or Hyper-V
• Administering Active Directory Users/Exchange mailboxes
• Technical certifications preferred
• Basic understanding of desktop imaging platforms

Preferred Skills

• Financial industry experience (Hedge Funds Private Equity, FoF)
• Experience with Managed Service Providers
• Experience with Market Data vendors like Bloomberg, Reuters, Factset
• Experience with Microsoft Server 2008R2-2016
• Basic knowledge of e-mail and spam troubleshooting
• Understanding of IaaS, VDI and backup technologies
• Experience with virtualization software such as VMWare vSphere or Hyper-V
• Administering Active Directory Users/Exchange mailboxes
• Technical certifications preferred
• Basic understanding of desktop imaging platforms

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in an independent environment with moderate supervision
• Ability to work under a moderate noise level (i.e. working on an open floor with printers, telephones, and computers)
• Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines (including late nights and weekends)
• Ability to travel for business and work beyond normal business hours when necessary
• Ability to be flexible and successfully respond to multiple work pressures
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools, and to handle other computer components
• Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals

About ECI ECI is a leading provider in the financial industry of cloud and technical solutions. With over 25 years in business, ECI has upheld a reputation of developing top-tier industry technologists by allowing them to work in fast-paced and dynamic environments. Focusing on a “promote from within” culture allows our team to grow both personally and professionally.

ECI’s culture is all about connection - connection with our clients, our technology and most importantly with each other. In addition to working with an amazing team around the world, ECI also offers a competitive compensation package and so much more! If you believe you would be a great fit and are ready for your best job ever,we would like to hear from you!