Description Robert Half has partnered with a large financial service company that is looking for a hands on Sr. Systems Engineer.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions
Design and deploy new applications and enhancements to existing applications, software, and operating systems.
Collaborate with IT staff to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems for fulfilling business objectives and processes.
Propose and create system design models, specifications, diagrams, and charts to provide direction to system programmer and development teams.
Integrate servers, including database, e-mail, print, and backup servers and their associated software into enterprise systems.
Ensure system connectivity of all servers, shared software, groupware, and other applications.
Ensure compatibility and interoperability of in-house computing systems.
Security/Audit/Analytic Tasks
Gauge the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems; develop and implement strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.
Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed systems to aid management in making implementation decisions.
Coordinate and perform in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems.
Monitor and test system performance; prepare and deliver system performance statistics and reports.
Planning and Architectural Initiatives
Work with executive team members, decision makers, and stakeholders to define business requirements and systems goals, and to identify and resolve business systems issues.
Conduct research on software and systems products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts.
Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure system-related products and services.
Create and maintain documentation as it relates to system configuration, mapping, processes, and service records.
Provide orientation and training to end users for all modified and new systems.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions
Operational
Design and deploy new applications and enhancements to existing applications, software, and operating systems.
Collaborate with IT staff to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems for fulfilling business objectives and processes.
Propose and create system design models, specifications, diagrams, and charts to provide direction to system programmer and development teams.
Integrate servers, including database, e-mail, print, and backup servers and their associated software into enterprise systems.
Ensure system connectivity of all servers, shared software, groupware, and other applications.
Ensure compatibility and interoperability of in-house computing systems.
Security/Audit/Analytic Tasks
Gauge the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems; develop and implement strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.
Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed systems to aid management in making implementation decisions.
Coordinate and perform in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems.
Monitor and test system performance; prepare and deliver system performance statistics and reports.
Planning and Architectural Initiatives
Requirements Key Performance Indicators
Work Experience and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proven experience in overseeing the design, development, and implementation of software systems, applications, and related products.
Proven experience with systems planning, security principles, and general software management best practices.
Extensive Knowledge with Microsoft Windows Server 2008, 2012R2, Windows 7, 8 and 10.
Extensive knowledge with Microsoft Active Directory networks.
Extensive application support experience with monitoring and alerting tools such as Excellent software troubleshooting experience.
Demonstrated Knowledge with TCP/IP, DNS, 802.1x, and DHCP Protocols.
Extensive knowledge of Solarwinds
Experience Backing up virtualization
Must be able to do File Share architecture
Experience doing documentation and DFS
Experience in a maturing organization where varied skillsets are required to accomplish a goal.
Must be able to respond to system outages during off-hours.
Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
Strong customer service orientation.
Good project management skills.
Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required.
Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
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