Senior Systems Administrator

The Senior Systems Administrator/Engineer operates with minimal supervision to design, implement, and maintain enterprise Windows infrastructure across hybrid cloud and on-premises environments. This role blends traditional systems administration with modern DevOps practices, leveraging virtualization technologies, multi-cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), and emerging AI-driven tools to enhance system reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.

What the right candidate will enjoy:

• Working in a mission-driven environment that supports market integrity and investor protection
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams in a hybrid work setting (3 days onsite)
• Driving innovation through cloud, automation, and AI-enhanced infrastructure solutions
• Mentoring junior team members and influencing technical direction, * Design, implement, and maintain Windows infrastructure across hybrid cloud and on-prem environments
• Architect and manage virtualized systems using VMware and Hyper-V
• Build and support cloud solutions across AWS and Azure following cloud-native principles
• Ensure system reliability, availability, and performance through proactive monitoring and automation
• Implement and optimize monitoring tools, including AI-driven observability and predictive analytics
• Develop and maintain automation scripts and infrastructure-as-code solutions
• Lead troubleshooting efforts across systems, cloud platforms, and network environments
• Enforce security controls and compliance standards using zero-trust principles
• Support disaster recovery (DR), business continuity (BCP), and compliance testing (e.g., SOX)
• Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application teams to align infrastructure with business goals
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to process improvement initiatives
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend enhancements to infrastructure and operations

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline
• 5+ years of experience in systems administration within enterprise or production environments
• Strong expertise in Windows systems, virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), and hybrid cloud (AWS/Azure)
• Experience with monitoring/diagnostic tools, scripting (PowerShell, Python, etc.), and networking technologies
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, automation, and AI-assisted operational tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Optomi, in partnership with a leading organization focused on financial market integrity and investor protection, is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator.