MFT Operations Engineer

Comrise; Village of Tarrytown (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Comrise is seeking an experienced MFT Operations Engineer to support Managed File Transfer, integration, and cloud operations within a global technology environment, focusing on Azure, AWS, and on‑premises environments with MFT and related services.

You will collaborate across development, infrastructure, and security teams to design, monitor, and operate secure data transfers, automate workflows, and drive continuous improvements from development through production.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with MFT, data transfer, or integration platforms.
• 3+ years designing and implementing end-to-end technical solutions.
• Strong understanding of MFT technologies and data transfer protocols.
• Hands-on experience with GoAnywhere MFT and/or FileCatalyst.
• Experience supporting production systems, troubleshooting incidents, and changes.
• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux environments.
• Experience with scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Perl, PHP, .NET, SQL).
• Experience with workflow automation (Power Automate/Flows, RPA, etc.).
• Ability to collaborate with multiple teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support MFT and integration services in a DevOps/operations environment.
• Manage and monitor GoAnywhere MFT, FileCatalyst, app servers, proxies, WAF, DB, and data transfers.
• Support data transfers via HTTPS, FTPS, SFTP, OpenFT on Windows/Linux.
• Monitor systems and proactively resolve operational issues.
• Troubleshoot incidents and problems in services, apps, jobs, data transfers.
• Implement changes to data transfer services, workflows, and schedules.
• Apply least-privilege security settings and document deviations.
• Collaborate with development, security, operations, and vendors.
• Support deployments from development through production.
• Contribute to automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay current with MFT, cloud, automation, and infra tech.

Skills

MFT platforms

GoAnywhere MFT

FileCatalyst

Windows & Linux

PowerShell

Bash

SQL

Workflow automation

Cloud (Azure/AWS)

Tools

GoAnywhere MFT

FileCatalyst

Windows

Linux

Power Automate

Job description

Note: No C2C (Corp-to-Corp) or 1099. No visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the assignment.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced MFT Operations Engineer to support Managed File Transfer (MFT), integration, and cloud operations within a global technology environment.

This role will support the design, implementation, monitoring, and ongoing operation of Azure, AWS, and on-premises environments, with a strong focus on Managed File Transfer and related integration services.

The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on experience with MFT platforms, cloud/infrastructure environments, troubleshooting, automation, and production operations. You will work closely with development, infrastructure, security, project, and vendor teams to maintain reliable and secure data transfer services.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Managed File Transfer (MFT) and integration services in a DevOps/operations environment.
• Manage, maintain, and monitor GoAnywhere MFT, FileCatalyst, web application servers, reverse proxies, WAF, database servers, scheduled tasks, and data transfers.
• Support data transfers using technologies such as HTTPS, FTPS, SFTP, OpenFT, and Windows/Linux-based environments.
• Monitor systems and proactively identify and resolve operational issues.
• Troubleshoot and resolve incidents and problems involving services, applications, jobs, and data transfers.
• Implement approved changes related to data transfer services, applications, workflows, and scheduled jobs.
• Apply and maintain appropriate security settings following least-privilege principles and document exceptions or deviations.
• Collaborate with development teams to evaluate and support customer requirements and requests.
• Partner with infrastructure, security, operations, project management, vendors, and other technical teams to deliver reliable solutions.
• Collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, and infrastructure teams to support seamless deployments from development through production.
• Contribute to automation, standardization, simplification, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay current with relevant MFT, cloud, automation, and infrastructure technologies.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working with Managed File Transfer, data transfer, or integration platforms.
• 3+ years of experience designing and implementing end-to-end technical solutions.
• Strong understanding of Managed File Transfer technologies and data transfer protocols.
• Hands‑on experience with GoAnywhere MFT and/or FileCatalyst.
• Experience supporting production systems, troubleshooting incidents, and implementing technical changes.
• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux environments.
• Experience with scripting or programming languages such as PowerShell, Bash, Perl, PHP, .NET, or SQL.
• Experience with workflow automation, including Microsoft Power Automate/Flows, RPA, or similar automation technologies.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and business stakeholders across multiple teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HelpSystems/Fortra GoAnywhere MFT and related security capabilities.
• Knowledge of third‑party authentication and web application security.
• Experience with cloud environments such as Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Experience with automation and logical workflow development.ITIL Foundation certification is preferred.
• Experience working in a global or distributed technology environment.

What We're Looking For

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and delivery commitments.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Customer‑focused approach to technical support and solution delivery.
• Commitment to security, standardization, automation, and continuous improvement.