What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Systems Engineer position at CIFC Asset Management?
CIFC OVERVIEW
Founded in 2005, CIFC Asset Management LLC (including its affiliates, “CIFC”) is a global credit manager focused across multiple disciplines – CLOs, structured credit, corporate credit, opportunistic credit, and direct lending. Serving institutional investors globally, CIFC is a SEC-registered investment manager with approximately $47 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025. For more information, please visit http://www.cifc.com.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Sr. Systems Engineer will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining CIFC’s core infrastructure systems to ensure high availability, security, and scalability. Reporting to the Co-Heads of Infrastructure, this individual will work closely with IT leadership and cross-functional teams to support business operations and strategic initiatives. The role requires 4 days per week in the office (subject to change) and demands a proactive, detail-oriented professional with deep technical expertise and strong problem-solving skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, implement, and maintain enterprise infrastructure leveraging Microsoft Azure, Windows Server, and Active Directory.
- Administer and optimize on-premises and cloud environments for performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Ensure security compliance through identity management, patching, and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Develop automation scripts and workflows using PowerShell to streamline operational tasks.
- Monitor system performance, configure alerts, and respond promptly to incidents to minimize downtime.
- Maintain and enhance ITSM platform for service delivery and meeting SLA targets.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to support infrastructure projects and initiatives.
- Maintain global knowledgebase, configurations, and operational procedures.
- Lead assigned infrastructure projects from planning through execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Support end-user requests to ensure business productivity.
- Work with vendors and partners on collaborative projects.
SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field
- Advanced Certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, VMWare Cisco, Citrix, etc.) are strongly preferred
- Strong experience with Microsoft Azure, Office 365 Administration, Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS/DHCP, and virtualization technologies (Azure/Hyper-V).
- Preferred experience (is a plus) with Microsoft Defender, Azure Sentinel, MSSQL management, enterprise firewalls, Azure DevOps management, Kubernetes management
- Familiarity with cloud networking, identity and access management, and hybrid environments.
- Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture, endpoint security, and disaster recovery planning.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Proficiency in PowerShell scripting, automation, and monitoring tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, PRTG).
*Must have Azure experience*
Featured Benefits
- Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Tuition assistance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts