IT Systems Engineer - Geylang

Company Description

Protege Fund Services is an independent Singapore based Fund Administrator. We serve a growing list of sophisticated client base ranging from individual private clients to large financial corporations.

We believe in building a long-term working relationship with our clients to create successful partnerships through customized and innovative solutions. Safeguarding our clients' privacy and confidentiality interests through robust operational processes and original solutions is our top priority.

Roles & Responsibilities

Your primary responsibility shall be to ensure the stability, security and efficiency of our in-house and project’s IT systems while providing technical support to our internal teams.

As we are a fast-growing, scale-up organization, our ideal candidate should be open to learn new things, able to self-manage and perform effectively on assigned tasks and work in a fast-paced environment. This position is a Full-Time role and shall be based in Singapore.

Responsibilities:

• Provide IT systems support and maintenance. Deploy, configure and maintain IT infrastructure systems based on Company’s requirements.
• Collaborate with other internal team members and project stakeholders to ensure smooth integration of systems, deployment and onboarding of devices, and implementation of security policies where required.
• Provide System Administration support to manage and maintain servers, storage, virtualization, and network infrastructure including monitoring system performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform regular system updates and patches.
• Propose, implement, and maintain security measures to protect data and systems from threats and ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices (e.g., ISO 27001…etc.).
• Develop and maintain DLP, backup and disaster recovery plans and procedures, conduct regular testing of backups and recovery processes whenever required or as scheduled.
• Maintain and update comprehensive documentation of system configurations and procedures.
• Generate reports on system performance, incidents, and improvements whenever required and propose improvements and preventions.
• Identify opportunities for automation and optimization of IT and business processes. Introduce solutions to streamline and increase efficiency of in-house IT processes and where required, implement automation scripts and tools to improve system efficiency.
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining automated solutions that enhance operational efficiency, streamline reporting workflows, and reduce manual tasks across business functions.

Requirements:

1. Proficiency in managing Windows and Linux servers, workstations, switches, routers, access points, and end-user devices.
2. Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
3. Proficiency in VBA macros or other commonly used programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, SQL) to support the team’s automation and process improvement initiatives.
4. Strong knowledge of systems networking principles and protocols.
5. Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
6. Strong communication and collaboration skills.
7. Able to work in a fast-paced, startup environment.

Education & Experience:

1. Minimum of bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field.
2. Certifications such as CCNA, MCSA, MCSE, or equivalent is a plus.
3. Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT systems engineering and administration.