Associate IT Officer (Platforms and Systems)

Overview

Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Windows Server environments; manage system updates, security, hardware, and data centers; administer Active Directory and DNS; handle Azure cloud management; provide financial application support; develop infrastructure automation; ensure security and compliance; collaborate with teams; and support disaster recovery procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Windows server support by setting up, managing, and supporting Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022; monitor performance and troubleshoot issues
• Manage system updates and security by applying patches, updates, and security configurations to maintain system integrity
• Oversee hardware and data center management by setting up, installing, and managing hardware across data centers
• Administer Active Directory and DNS, managing user accounts, group policies, and troubleshooting DNS configurations
• Handle Azure cloud management, deploying and managing Azure virtual machines, services, and Azure Active Directory
• Offer financial application support, providing technical assistance for financial applications and collaborating with developers/vendors for updates and enhancements
• Contribute to infrastructure automation by developing automation scripts (e.g., PowerShell) and integrating them into DevOps pipelines
• Ensure security and compliance by implementing security best practices, conducting audits, and ensuring adherence to regulations and policies
• Foster collaboration with teams to ensure smooth integration of systems

Required Experience

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in different Infrastructure technologies support and administration
• Administration and technical support experience in Windows Server OS: 2016, 2019 and 2022
• Experience using infrastructure technologies: Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, SFTP, SMB, NFS, SSH and any monitoring tools
• Familiarity in financial applications: IIS, WebSphere, WebLogic, Java based apps and or any vendor based financial application support
• Experience with the following applications is beneficial, but not mandatory: Summit, Numerix OneView, Bloomberg FX Rates, Refinitiv Deal Tracker & Analyzer, FIS Intellimatch, Investment, Risk and Settlements Applications, Credit Risk Management Systems, Treasury Risk Management Systems, and Point-of-Sale Systems
• Basic knowledge of how applications communicate with databases such as MS SQL Server and Oracle DB (all versions)
• Familiarity with virtualization products such as vSphere (all versions), SRM & vRealize Operations, and Nutanix AHV technologies
• Proficiency in automation tools like PowerShell, Ansible, Python, and Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies, including Azure Administration & Services, networking, virtual machines, and other Azure services such as PaaS and Blob Storage
• Experience with networking protocols and processes including cyber security
• Proven ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, business administration or relevant fields, preferably with advanced training.
• Relevant professional experience and other educational credentials such as certifications may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.

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