Overview
Position is 100% ON-SITE only in NYC- no remote or hybrid candidates will be accepted.
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Role Mandate:
This candidate must be well versed in Desktop / Server Windows Operating System Configuration methods including Standalone Physical / Virtualized Environments, Image management, Support of LAN / WAN networks, Email Systems (Exchange, Office 365 Cloud, and Others), SCCM, Disaster Recovery methods, Business Continuity Planning, Market Data/ Business application Support, and Troubleshooting. The successful candidate should be able to analyze simple and complex Desktop/Server operating system issues and participate in troubleshooting in ALL End User problems scenarios, including but not limited to, Windows Active Directory, Group policies, End point devices (Desktops, Laptops, Thin Clients, Tablets, Mobile Devices, etc.), Investment / Trading applications, firewall issues, Domain namespace White/ blacklisting, printer issues, Client email delivery problems, virtualized system (VDI) errors, various compliance issues, and other problems.
Candidate Value Proposition (CVP):
This role allows the candidate(s) to work in an established institution and with multiple groups within BMO, which will allow candidate(s) to build effective skills and confidence. The individual is exposed to other lines of business, as there are lots of opportunities for learning, growth, and development. BMO is a good company with great culture and a global presence! The successful candidate will also demonstrate excellent technical excellence, customer interaction and white glove service skills in all communications, whether client-facing or internally with Help Desk Engineering & Support peers.
Group Culture:
This individual will be working in a collaborative, professional, and friendly environment. MS Teams is available throughout the day for team members to communicate and there are daily touchpoints.
Role Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
• Installation, Troubleshooting and Support for Operating System windows 7/10 /11, MAC OS), MS Office 365 suite, One Drive, MS teams, and other Investment & Corporate Banking / Trading applications.
• Imaging/Re-imaging of corporate and BYOD end user systems (Laptops / Desktop/ Thin Client devices) utilizing SCCM platform based on SN approved tickets
• Provide excellent technical and troubleshooting support on Mobility devices such as: (Android/iOS/iPhone/iPads), Mobile Device & application Management to BMO Capital Markets executives and users.
• Provide MFDs Support for the Imaging devices (print/scan/copy/fax) at the site.
• Internal Move / Add /Change support including large scale/bulk office moves/re-stacking activities, etc. (all moves)
• Well versed in providing White Glove VIP/ Concierge Services, Home / Remote support to ALL BMO CM (Capital Markets) end user community.
• Provide IT orientation and training to ALL new CM employees on existing Desktop/ Laptops systems and software.
• Ability to coordinate CM End users’ issues with various Level 3 Server / Network support groups and project teams for service delivery enhancements, maintenance and upgrades.
• Provide Smart Hands and Eyes Support – for servers, network and security devices in remote site locations, as per BMO policies and procedures and when requested by IT management.
• Provide accurate and timely logging of customer incidents/ services requests in Service Now to meet agreed upon service level agreements (SLA).
• Supporting ALL End User Device Lifecycle Management activities as per BMO Capital Markets policies and procedures.
• Participate in maintain appropriate IT equipment Inventory and sparing requirements.
• Maintain Asset Management tools that support automatic discovery (such as SCCM), facilitate effective device deployment, re-use of assets, and provide a common view of user’s information
• Provide “value added” end user consultation for short “how to questions”.
• Perform end-user related Audit / Compliance / Security controls such as: Access reviews, risk assessments, controls verifications, Asset Management facility inspections, maintenance of verification logs on need basis.
• Perform break-fix support for Laptop, desktop, tablets, and associated hardware peripherals with 3rd party vendors for warranty repair/replacement.
• Provide On-call support if required outside business hours on a rotational basis
• Provide IT end user support for disaster recovery and emergency response activities in the event of emergency situations at local site
• Provide basic AV and conference room and meeting setup service during business hours and as requested.
Must-Have Skills:
• 5 + years working knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems, Active Directory, group policies
• 5 + years of hands-on experience diagnosing and resolving TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN troubleshooting network issues.
• 5- 10 years of IT End User Trade Floor experience in a leading financial firm in high paced environment.
• Ability to diagnose the problem and take it to resolutions
• Experience handling end users and trade floor work
Nice-to-Have Skills:
• Previous banking / FI experience
• Mobile Device Management Platform (Intune, AirWatch, Mobile Iron, etc.) experience is a plus.
• Technical certifications such as: ITIL Certification, CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
• Experience supporting market data applications such as: Bloomberg, FactSet, Reuters, etc.
• Understanding to troubleshoot hardware related issues – Dell/ HP Desktops / Laptops, surface book or surface studios, Apple devices, non-apple devices
• Experience with Apple products would be advantageous and helpful
• Working experience in a Managed Services Provider is a plus
Soft Skills:
• Strong verbal / written communication skills
• Process-driven, self-managing, ability to meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
Educational Requirements:
• BS/BA in Computer Science, Information Technology, or an equivalent hands-on experience