Systems Administrator III

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Systems Administrator III in Reston, VA.

Key Tasks:
* Support Capital Markets trading desk operations and live trading activities
* Serve as the primary operations contact; Manage workflows and ensure compliance
* Implement and monitor operational risk controls to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
* Collaborate with trading, compliance, legal, and middle/back-office teams for smooth trade execution
* Partner with technology and project teams to drive process improvements, system upgrades and automation initiatives
* Prepare for significant market events and ensure business continuity
* Produce operational reports and metrics for management review
* Work closely with technology and project management teams to enhance trading platforms, market room systems, and automate manual processes
* Support new product launches, business initiatives and regulatory change implementations from an operational perspective
* Produce operational reports and metrics for management review
* Manage technology issues through a ticketing system
* Oversee initiatives to install and maintain hardware and software
* Maintain user access accounts

REQUIREMENTS:
* Knowledge of trading platforms, market data feeds, order execution and post-trade processing
* Strong understanding of system administration tasks, user profile management, OS level troubleshooting and system performance monitoring
* Experience with endpoint management tools like Microsoft SCCM and familiarity with device provisioning, patch management and software distribution processes
* Knowledge of networking concepts, latency analysis and firewall configurations
* Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
* Proficiency in Python R or Excel for data analysis, automation, and reporting to optimize trading strategies and operational efficiency
* Ability to oversee real-time issue resolution, ensuring minimal downtime and swift recovery from system failures
* Strong ability to liaise between traders, technology support teams and compliance officers to align technology with business needs
* Familiarity with Market data vendors (Bloomberg, Reuters) and pricing feeds

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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