IT Systems Engineer - Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County

JOB SUMMARY:

The Bronx County District Attorney’s Office seeks a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds contribute to serve the 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and to pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice.  The Bronx County District Attorney’s Office is seeking an IT Systems Engineer. The System Engineer will be instrumental in driving the organization's IT initiatives forward, ensuring robust infrastructure, efficient deployment processes, and operational continuity in the face of evolving technological demands.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Administering and maintaining x86-based servers, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security.
• Managing Cisco switches and network devices to ensure efficient and reliable data communication.
• Collaborating with IT colleagues to plan, implement, and support the transition to Nutanix Hyper Converged Infrastructure environments for storage and server clustering.
• Deploying, scaling, and managing Azure instances to meet the organization’s growing cloud-based needs.
• Implementing and managing IGEL-powered VDI systems for efficient and secure laptop and desktop management.
• Participating in the design and implementation of data center modernization initiatives, including HVAC upgrades, UPS consolidation and upgrades, fire suppression solutions, and re-cabling for centralized management.
• Conducting regular system monitoring, performance optimization, and security assessments to proactively identify and address potential issues.
• Troubleshooting hardware and software problems and coordinating with vendors for technical support when needed.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies and solutions.
• Developing and maintaining comprehensive documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Staying current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to propose and implement improvements.
• Participating in disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution.
• Providing mentorship and knowledge sharing to junior team members.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields; relevant certifications (e.g., x86 Platforms, Microsoft, Cisco, Nutanix, Azure) are advantageous.
• Proven experience in system engineering roles for at least 5 years, with a focus on server, storage, and/or network infrastructure.
• Familiarity with Cisco switches, network protocols, and security best practices.
• Experience in managing and optimizing Nutanix Hyper Converged Infrastructure environments.
• Proficiency in deploying and managing Azure instances and cloud-based resources.
• Strong understanding of virtualization technologies, including VDI solutions like IGEL.
• Knowledge of data center modernization concepts and technologies.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented mindset and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

To Apply

We appreciate your interest in a position with the Bronx District Attorney's Office. To apply, cut and paste the following link into the browser: https://us.smrtr.io/3FJB5, go to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/ à Locate the "Search open jobs" field à Enter the Job ID 634784.

Upon your completion of the city application through Smartrecruiter, we will review your application and contact you if you are selected for an interview. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Recruitment at 718-590-2258 or via email at bxdarecruit@bronxda.nyc.gov.

**LOAN FORGIVENESS: The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Working with Bronx District Attorney’s Office qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working full-time and meeting the program's other requirements. Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.