Our client, based in New York, is a specialized
investment and technology development firm
whose activities center on various aspects of the
intersection between technology and finance.
Their company encompasses a number of closely
related entities with
approximately US $20 billion in aggregate
capital.
Activities range from computer-based quantitative
investment management to the development
and financing of technology-oriented business
ventures, but are tied together by a common focus
on the economic implications of technological
innovation.
Since its conception, the firm has earned an
international reputation for
financial innovation and technological leadership.
They
are prepared to pay extraordinary people extraordinarily well.
Computer
Systems Administrator
Junior Networking Engineer
Senior Networking Engineer
Senior
UNIX Administrator
Senior
Windows Architect
Level 1 Systems Technician (temp to perm)
Extraordinarily
intelligent, resourceful, articulate individual sought to provide internal
technology support for our Client,
a highly
successful investment and technology development firm.
While we
welcome applications for this position from outstanding computer scientists and
engineers,
we are
looking for exceptional raw ability more than specific technical experience,
and
would gladly hire a truly brilliant and capable generalist, regardless of
background,
if he or
she had a serious commitment to the position.
The
person we hire will be responsible for dealing with a wide range of technical
issues,
involving
desktop PC technologies as well as Unix, networking, and telecommunications.
The
ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills
and a
high degree of comfort with computer technology (programming ability a plus,
though not a requirement).
We are
seeking an exceptionally well-qualified candidate, and are prepared to offer a
highly attractive compensation package
($90K+).
A cover
letter written by the candidate is required.
We seeks an exceptionally gifted individual
for the role of Junior Network Engineer in its IT Systems group.
Candidates should have excellent
network management, troubleshooting, and communication skills,
as well as the ability to work
independently and as a part of a team in a high-paced, demanding environment.
Responsibilities:
·
Support
the group’s global network infrastructure
·
Deploy
state-of-the-art multi-vendor networking gear
·
Document
LAN troubleshooting/installation policies and procedures
Requirements:
·
Bachelor's
degree, preferably in a technical discipline
·
1+
years of experience working in an Enterprise or ISP network management role
·
Good
knowledge of TCP/IP fundamentals (including Layers 2, 4-7, and content
switching)
·
Experience
with configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco network gear
·
Good
understanding of LAN networking technologies (Spanning-Tree, HSRP, and VRRP)
·
Understanding
of network routing protocols (OSPF and BGP)
·
Excellent
written and oral communication skills
·
Excellent
troubleshooting and creative problem-solving abilities
·
Experience
with UNIX (Solaris/Linux) administration is a definite plus
·
Network
certifications (such as CCNA, CCNP) is preferred but not required
Ideal position for an exceptionally
gifted individual for the role of Senior Network Engineer in its IT Systems
group.
Candidates should have superb
network design, implementation, and troubleshooting skills,
as well as strong programming
skills and an excellent understanding of best-of-breed network management
practices.
Responsibilities:
·
Develop
scalable network designs for both our campus and global networks
·
Identify,
research, and evaluate emerging network technologies
·
Develop
and implement network management and related tools
·
Engineer
solutions for the firm's growing, highly-resilient network infrastructure
Requirements:
·
5-7
years experience with enterprise-level network design
·
Bachelor's
degree, preferably in a technical discipline
·
Extensive
hands-on experience with enterprise-class routers and switches (Cisco
experience a plus)
·
Superior
understanding of network routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, and MPLS)
·
Excellent
knowledge of TCP/IP, including packet-level traffic analysis
·
In-depth
understanding of network security and access control
·
Experience
with VoIP, QoS, and IP Telephony technologies
·
Excellent
written and oral communication skills
·
Creative
problem-solving abilities
·
Experience
with UNIX Systems administration (Solaris, Linux) a plus
Extraordinarily
intelligent and resourceful individual sought to provide UNIX and networking
support for
the
Client.
The person
we hire will work with the Client’s highly-skilled 20-person IT systems staff
and will be responsible for:
·
Solaris
and Linux related research projects:
o
5-7
years experience with enterprise-level network design
o
Bachelor's
degree, preferably in a technical discipline
o
Extensive
hands-on experience with enterprise-class routers and switches (Cisco
experience a plus)
o
Superior
understanding of network routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, and MPLS)
o
Excellent
knowledge of TCP/IP, including packet-level traffic analysis
o
In-depth
understanding of network security and access control
o
Experience
with VoIP, QoS, and IP Telephony technologies
o
Excellent
written and oral communication skills
o
Creative
problem-solving abilities
o
Experience
with UNIX Systems administration (Solaris, Linux) a plus
·
The
ideal candidate will have:
o
A
computer science or engineering degree
o
Extensive
knowledge of multiple UNIX operating systems
o
Solid
understanding of the IGP and EGP
routing protocols
o
Strong
programming and scripting ability
o
Excellent
verbal and written skills
We are
seeking an unusually well-qualified candidate, and are prepared to offer a
highly attractive compensation package.
While we
strongly prefer candidates with both UNIX and networking expertise, exceptional
candidates
with only
UNIX experience will also be considered.
Extraordinarily
intelligent and resourceful individual sought to help architect next-generation
Microsoft Windows infrastructure
for the
Client.
The
person we hire should be capable of conceptualizing, building, and deploying
systems management and automation technologies for both Windows servers and a
large body of Windows PC clients.
He or
she will work both independently and with our 25-person systems staff on
substantial design and research projects within the Windows environment.
Responsibilities:
·
Develop scalable Windows systems for both our campus
and global networks
·
Identify, research, evaluate, and implement emerging
technologies
·
Develop and implement management and related tools
·
Engineer solutions for the firm's growing, highly-resilient
Windows infrastructure
Requirements:
·
5+ years of hands-on experience with server
applications in a Microsoft networked environment
·
High level of expertise in the following areas:
o
Windows 2000/2003 Server (including IIS)
o
Exchange 2000/2003 Server
o
SQL 2000 Server
o
Active Directory management
o
Security management (including Group Policy Objects)
o
TCP/IP networking
·
Some expertise with UNIX administration
·
Some expertise with LAN network administration
·
Excellent knowledge of server hardware and strong
problem-solving skills
·
Solid programming and scripting abilities
·
Project management and documentation skills
·
High level of initiative and dedication
·
Demonstrated ability to be a team player and
willingness to lend a hand with any project
·
Demonstrated ability to manage packages (release
updates) and apply security patches
·
Demonstrated ability to develop tools to maintain and
monitor corporate infrastructure
Level 1 Systems Technician (temp to perm)
Client seeks an intelligent, motivated, and reliable
assistant to join its Systems department.
Primary responsibilities include hardware and software
maintenance of desktop PCs and laptops,
as well as network add/move/changes, QA testing, and
inventory maintenance.
Assistants will have the opportunity to work with new
technologies and state-of-the-art equipment.
The ideal candidate should have excellent organizational
and communication skills, solid PC hardware and
Windows OS knowledge, and a strong desire to learn.
Very little previous experience is required, but some
background in basic telecom, networking,
and Level I desktop support is a definite plus.