Job Description
IT Project Engineer | Permanent | Remote (West Coast)
- Hands-on, technical Project Engineer with the ability to architect and implement technical and security solutions as well as transition work plans for client startups and existing client infrastructures.
- Infrastructures: cloud-based SaaS solutions, virtual servers, networking equipment, desktops, laptops, and others.
- Cloud and infrastructure assessments.
- Create and execute technical work plans for project deadlines.
- Research, design, and test new and existing technologies.
- Provide technical escalation and act as a subject matter expert for existing Project Engineers and clients while in the project.
- Work with Project Managers and provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress.
- Help cross-train, upskill, coach, and mentor engineers and interns.
- Attend client-facing meetings.
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of IT Experience (Desktop Support, Systems Engineering, Systems Administration).
- 1-3 years of end-user support/desktop support: Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, desktop and mobile device troubleshooting, deployment of home networks
- 2-3 years of implementation and support of cloud products: Microsoft 365, Box, Dropbox, SharePoint / OneDrive, Azure, Intune, Conditional Access.
- 1-3 years implementing and supporting enterprise networking equipment such as Palo Alto / Cisco Firewalls, Cisco Switches, Cisco / Meraki / Ubiquiti WAPs.
- Advanced Systems Administration and Design: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server Platforms as well as Azure Active Directory, Active Directory, Group Policy, and email flow troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Azure licensing.
- 2-3 years implementing and supporting cybersecurity products such as Mimecast, Sophos, Symantec, or Proofpoint.
- Strong knowledge of networking: TCP/IP, LAN / DMZ / WAN, DHCP, DNS, Routing Protocols, Switching, and Firewalls.
- Proven ability to use Microsoft PowerShell scripting and/or the Microsoft Graph API to automate Microsoft 365 management tasks.
- Financial industry experience including familiarity with market vendor applications such as Bloomberg, Thompson Reuters, FactSet, CapIQ.
Desirable Qualities
- Managed Services Provider and Public Cloud experience are big pluses.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
- Very organized with excellent communication skills.
- Goal-oriented individual with proven ability to solve problems creatively.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline.