What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Systems Administrator position at Pelham Berkeley Search?
Network & Systems Administrator – NYC Branch of a Global Bank
Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite in Midtown Manhattan
Contract-to-Hire | Competitive Compensation | Exceptional Benefits
Join the New York branch of a high-profile international financial institution in a hands-on, broad-ranging Network & Systems Administrator role.
This is a rare opportunity to work in a mid-sized, stable environment where your expertise will directly support critical banking and trading operations.
If you have experience working for the NYC branch of an international (non-US) bank, bring a stable work history, and hold a completed college degree, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
In this hybrid Systems Administration/Network role, you will:
- Maintain and support Windows and UNIX-based systems as well as network infrastructure for both banking and trading environments.
- Provide hands-on troubleshooting, installations, configurations, and user training for PC/Unix hardware and software.
- Support and administer Python automations.
- Ensure daily availability of LAN-related applications and Kondor trading systems.
- Install and update SWIFT Alliance, Checkpoint Firewall, and other network components.
- Act as primary liaison between the bank and vendors for PC and LAN-related issues.
- Manage and monitor backup and storage systems such as Symantec Enterprise Vault and eVault Backup.
- Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring network security policies.
- Maintain and test disaster recovery systems and update procedures.
- Provide daily trading floor technology support for Reuters Data Feed, RMDS, DACS, Kobra, Data Mirror, and other market data tools.
What You Bring
- Strong Windows networking skills with Windows Server, VMWare vSphere and Exchange.
- Scripting skills with Python and/or PowerShell
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols, proxy servers, network segmentations
- Experience with Market Data systems (Reuters RMDS, DACS, Kondor), Red Hat Linux Enterprise (Squid Proxy, Smart Filter), MS Office, Outlook, and data communication equipment.
- Database management experience with SQL Server and Sybase ASE.
- Firewall experience with tools such as Check Point Firewall and RSA SecureID.
- Clear, confident communication skills and proven ability to prioritize effectively.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline (required).
- Previous experience in a NYC-based branch of an international bank strongly preferred.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a prestigious global bank with a long-standing presence in New York.
- Work in a hybrid model: 3 days onsite in a collaborative, professional Midtown Manhattan office.
- Enjoy competitive compensation and one of the best benefits packages in the industry.
- Secure your future with a stable, long-term career opportunity at a respected institution.