Senior Systems Engineer

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Conning is a leading global investment management firm with a long history of serving the insurance industry. We develop customized investment strategies that address our clients’ unique objectives, requirements and tolerance for risk. We develop solutions by leveraging Conning’s risk management tools and utilizing a highly disciplined investment process that relies on fundamental analysis.

The Senior Systems Engineer (Microsoft Infrastructure & Automation) plays a key role in designing, implementing, and optimizing enterprise-wide Microsoft technologies. This position focuses on delivering resilient, secure, and automated infrastructure solutions across the Microsoft ecosystem—including Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune, Autopilot, Power Shell automation, and Purview compliance. The role bridges on-premises systems with modern cloud infrastructure, emphasizing operational excellence, automation, and modernized disaster recovery.

This position is not primarily a networking nor a security support role.

Location:

Middlefield, CT

• Microsoft Cloud Infrastructure Design & Implementation
  • Design, deploy, and manage hybrid Microsoft environments (on-prem and Azure) including IaaS, PaaS, and M365 workloads.
  • Implement Azure Active Directory (Entra ), identity federation, and role-based access controls.
  • Lead initiatives around device provisioning and lifecycle automation using Intune, Autopilot, and Group Policy migration strategies.
  • Architect and implement secure, scalable disaster recovery and business continuity solutions leveraging Azure Site Recovery and other Microsoft-native tools.
• Automation, Orchestration & Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • Develop and maintain Power Shell scripts, workflows, and policies to automate routine operational tasks and system configurations.
  • Develop and maintain Power Shell, ARM, and Bicep templates to standardize and automate the deployment of Azure resources and on-prem virtual infrastructure.
  • Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) methodologies for VMware and Hyper‑V environments to support repeatable, scalable, and consistent server‑side provisioning.
  • Leverage orchestration platforms such as Azure Automation, Azure Arc, and System Center to unify management across hybrid and multi‑cloud environments.
  • Manage integrations with Azure Stack Edge, Azure Stack HCI, and local datacenter solutions to ensure seamless connectivity between on‑premises and cloud environments.
  • Design and maintain self‑service and automated provisioning workflows across the Microsoft ecosystem.
  • Integrate Microsoft Graph, Logic Apps, and Power Automate into IT operations to streamline infrastructure management.
  • Identify and deliver opportunities for orchestration across M365, Azure, and security platforms for efficiency and compliance.
• Microsoft 365 & Security Ecosystem Management
  • Manage and optimize Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and One Drive for Business.
  • Leverage Microsoft Purview, Defender, and Sentinel to maintain compliance, security, and data governance.
  • Support identity protection, endpoint management, and conditional access configurations in alignment with zero‑trust principles.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & Escalation Support
  • Lead technical deep dives and perform detailed root cause analysis for critical incidents impacting infrastructure and cloud services.
  • Document findings, preventive measures, and long‑term remediation strategies to reduce repeat incidents.
  • Serve as a final escalation point for complex issues across Microsoft, virtualization, and automation layers.
  • Collaborate with vendors and senior architects to resolve high‑impact service interruptions and performance degradation incidents.
• Performance, Monitoring & Optimization
  • Monitor cloud and hybrid infrastructure health, capacity, and performance through Microsoft‑native tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Endpoint Analytics).
  • Analyze trends, identify bottlenecks, and propose enhancements to improve efficiency and resiliency.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure…