Head of IT Infrastructure

This is a full time, permanent position at an investment firm in Boston.

The IT Infrastructure Team is responsible for the technology infrastructure and technical support globally. The team consists of approximately 30 technology professionals whose key functions include Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, Database Management, Network, and Desktop Support.

Reporting to the Head of Information Technologies, the Head of IT Infrastructure provides global technology vision and leadership for formulating, evaluating, and implementing information technology solutions, policies and initiatives that improve the quality and effectiveness of the strategic goals and the efficiency of its business operations.



Primary Responsibilities:

· Management of Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, Database Management, Network, and Desktop Support

· Acts as a liaison with the Investment Systems, Client Systems and Research Systems application development teams and the Production Control team to ensure full understanding of data flow, data integrity, and system security

· Assesses information technology control elements to mitigate IT risks regarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of business information

· Responsible for enterprise management of desktop systems, servers and data storage comprised primarily of Windows/Intel platform

· Responsible for the global network supporting all data, voice and video services including remote access and VoIP implementation

· Responsible for Data Center and Disaster Recovery Center operations

· Management of core firm-wide applications for messaging and data storage including Microsoft Exchange and SQL Server

· Planning and implementation of technical security including firewalls, anti-virus, spyware, spam, active directory and logical access

· Work closely with the Facilities group for physical construction, moves, and support of the facilities applications including building access authorization



Mandatory requirements:

· 10+ years experience managing technical organizations

· 10+ years experience managing telecommunications

· 10+ years experience in the financial services industry

· 5+ years experience with offshore vendors

· 5+ years experience with Citrix, VMWare



Skills:

· Strong technical and management skills extremely important

· Self-directed and motivated

· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

· Solid communication skills



Character:

· High energy, positive attitude, professional and mature

· Leadership qualities

· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set goals and meet deadlines



Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.