System Admin/Cloud Engineer - Financial Services Job at The Planet Group, New York, NY

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  • The Planet Group
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Our Client is seeking a well-rounded System Admin/ Cloud Engineer to join a high-performing team within a dynamic financial services environment. This is a hands-on, permanent position offering the opportunity to work closely with leadership and play a key role in supporting and evolving the firm’s technology infrastructure. The role reports directly to the Head of Technology and will be based full-time on-site at the firm’s downtown Manhattan headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Infrastructure Ownership : Manage and support the firm’s infrastructure across on-premise and cloud environments (Azure/AWS), including colocation and backup strategies.
  • Project Leadership : Lead and execute critical infrastructure initiatives such as cloud-based disaster recovery, platform integration, and scalability to support expansion into areas like securities lending, custody, and investment banking.
  • System Integration : Oversee and improve integration of trading, back-office, and accounting systems including platforms like Inteliclear, Broadridge, NetSuite, Bloomberg, and others.
  • Automation & Scripting : Automate operational processes and data flows using scripting languages, preferably Python.
  • Security & Compliance : Maintain secure infrastructure practices aligned with financial regulatory requirements, including FINRA.
  • Client & End-User Support : Provide deskside support as needed and collaborate with MSPs to resolve issues; onboard new clients via secure VPN integration.
  • Device Management : Administer mobile and desktop devices using MDM tools (Intune preferred), ensuring appropriate security, access control, and backup solutions.

Required Experience & Skills

  • Broker-Dealer Experience : Direct experience working in a broker-dealer or financial services environment, with a clear understanding of trade lifecycle (stocks, bonds, ETFs).
  • Cloud Engineering : 3–6 years of experience managing cloud infrastructure, with hands-on exposure to Microsoft Azure and/or AWS.
  • Platform Integration : Proven experience supporting and integrating line-of-business applications in trading and finance environments.
  • Infrastructure Proficiency :
  • Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, Teams, Security & Compliance Center)
  • Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Group Policy
  • Basic networking (VPN, firewalls, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP)
  • Scripting : Strong preference for Python; PowerShell also considered.
  • Protocols : Familiarity with FIX protocol, MQ, and trading system integrations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with mobile device management platforms (Intune preferred)
  • Familiarity with IT security tools, patch management, and compliance frameworks
  • Exposure to financial applications such as FIS Phase 3, Bloomberg, Broadridge, and NetSuite

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Comfortable working in a lean team and managing broad responsibilities independently.
  • Highly motivated to contribute strategically and technically to the firm’s evolving infrastructure.

Additional Details

  • Location : On-site, 5 days/week at the firm’s NYC headquarters; occasional travel to Midtown office possible.
  • Schedule : Standard business hours (9 AM–5 PM), with flexibility for after-hours support as needed.
  • Compensation : Competitive salary with performance-based bonus eligibility.
  • Employment Type : Full-time; open to contract-to-perm arrangements.
  • Background Checks : FINRA-compliant screening including credit, fingerprinting, education, and employment verification.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work,

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