IT Infrastructure Administrator

1 month ago

New York, United States Vichara Full time
Company Description

Vichara is a Financial Services focused products and services firm headquartered in NY and building systems for some of the largest i-banks and hedge funds in the world.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced System Administrator with deep expertise in Cloud, VDI technologies, and financial applications to join our growing team of 60 professionals. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring our IT infrastructure's secure, efficient, and scalable operation, supporting the needs of our traders, portfolio managers, and other staff across a Cloud and VDI environment, and seamlessly integrating with critical financial applications.

Responsibilities:
  • Maintain and support IT infrastructure: Manage both on-premises and cloud-based servers, network devices, desktops, laptops, printers, and other hardware and software, ensuring compatibility and seamless integration with financial applications.
  • Implement and manage security protocols: Ensure data security and compliance with industry regulations across the entire IT stack, including cloud environments, VDI deployments, and access to sensitive financial data.
  • Operate and optimize cloud infrastructure: Design, deploy, and manage workloads on leading cloud platforms (AWS and Azure) while optimizing costs and resources, with a focus on supporting financial applications.
  • Manage and administer VDI environment: Implement, configure, and maintain a secure and scalable Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solution to deliver desktops and financial applications remotely.
  • Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting: Resolve technical issues efficiently, both for on-premises, cloud-based resources, and financial applications.
  • Install and configure software applications: Keep software updated and optimized for performance across all environments, including critical financial applications like Bloomberg, CapIQ, Markit, and Investment Management systems such as Advent Geneva.
  • Provide user support: Assist employees with technical problems related to physical and virtual desktops, cloud applications, network connectivity, and financial applications.
  • Document IT procedures and processes: Create and maintain clear documentation for internal purposes, including specific procedures for cloud, VDI management, and financial application integration.
  • Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies: Continuously learn and adapt to new developments in the IT field, focusing on cloud, VDI, and financial technology advancements.
Qualifications

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a System Administrator, preferably in a financial services environment.
  • Strong understanding of server administration, network protocols, security best practices, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), VDI technologies, and financial applications like Bloomberg, CapIQ, Markit, and Investment Management systems.
  • Experience with system backup and disaster recovery procedures, including cloud-based backup solutions for financial data.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment at the forefront of technology adoption within the financial services industry.
  • Be part of a team that is passionate about achieving success and leveraging innovative solutions.
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities to stay ahead of the curve in cloud, VDI, and financial technologies.
Additional Information

Compensation - 125K -150K

Benefits:
  • Extended health care
  • Dental care
  • Life insurance

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