IT Systems Administration / Director Wealth Management Client

Lenmar Consulting Inc; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Director of IT Systems Administration to lead their on-premises IT infrastructure. This hybrid role offers an exciting opportunity for a seasoned IT professional to shape the technology environment of a leading financial services firm. You will manage critical systems, mentor an IT team, and collaborate with various business teams to ensure security and effectiveness. If you're passionate about driving IT strategy and enhancing system efficiency, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT experience with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Hands-on experience with Windows/Linux servers and virtualization.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of IT systems ensuring high availability and security.
• Oversee maintenance and upgrades for servers, storage, and networks.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Windows/Linux Servers

Network Management

Virtualization (VMware)

Backup/Recovery

Security Practices

System Monitoring

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Tools

Practifi CRM

SS&C Advent APX

Advent Moxy

Eze OMS

VMware

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Role Summary

Our Wealth Management client is seeking a Director of IT Systems Administration to lead and manage our on-premises IT infrastructure. This is a contract-to-hire position (initial two-year contract) based in New York City with a hybrid work structure. Reporting directly to the COO, the Director will ensure the security, reliability, and effectiveness of critical systems including servers, networks, and financial applications. This senior role offers an opportunity for a seasoned IT professional to shape the technology environment of a leading financial services firm and collaborate with multiple business teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and manage daily operations of on-premises IT systems and infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance of critical applications (e.g., Practifi CRM, SS&C Advent APX, Advent Moxy, Eze OMS).
2. Provide strategic direction and mentorship to the IT team, overseeing system administrators and support staff, fostering accountability and professional growth.
3. Oversee maintenance, configuration, upgrades, patching, backups, and disaster recovery plans for servers, storage, networks, and databases.
4. Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with third-party service providers, troubleshooting issues and planning upgrades.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business workflows, translating requirements into technical solutions and communicating system changes.
6. Develop and enforce IT policies, ensuring security standards and regulatory compliance relevant to financial data protection.
7. Work with senior management on IT strategy, budgeting, process improvements, and technology innovations to enhance system efficiency and scalability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; 10+ years of IT experience including 5+ years in leadership roles managing IT teams.
• Hands-on experience with Windows/Linux servers, enterprise storage, virtualization (VMware), and network management.
• Expertise in backup/recovery, security practices, system monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Proven leadership, project management, and communication skills, with the ability to liaise with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial services, wealth management, or regulatory environments.
• Familiarity with SS&C Advent software (Portfolio Exchange, Moxy OMS) and supporting these systems.
• Relevant certifications (ITIL, MCSE, AWS/Azure, CISSP) and advanced degrees are advantageous.
• Experience in strategic IT planning, infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, and vendor/budget management.

Sumeet Chhatwal
Sr Technical Recruiter
Lenmar Consulting, Inc.
1440 Plaza Five, Suite 1440
Harbor side Financial Center
Jersey City, NJ 07311
Ph: (phone number removed) Ext 4012, Cell (phone number removed)