Tanium Administrator

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Tanium Administrator in Denver, CO; Charlotte, NC; Or Saint Louis, MO.

Summary:
We are seeking a Tanium Administrator to join our enterprise infrastructure operations team. While direct experience with Tanium is not required, candidates must bring a strong operational Linux background and the willingness to learn and own the Tanium platform. This role supports a high-security, on-premise environment managing over 170,000 endpoints and involves working across IT, security, and engineering teams to ensure effective systems management and issue resolution.

Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and maintain the Tanium platform on a day-to-day basis
* Configure and tailor Tanium modules based on stakeholder and user requirements
* Proactively identify and troubleshoot platform-level issues across a complex enterprise environment
* Lead and participate in technical meetings to discuss system performance, issues, and enhancement opportunities
* Serve as a point of contact between technical teams and business stakeholders
* Collaborate with security and network teams to ensure system compliance and health
* Perform endpoint management functions, including patching, configuration, and software deployment
* Develop or maintain scripts using PowerShell, Python, or Linux shell for automation and task optimization

REQUIREMENTS:
* Strong operational background in Linux (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.)
* Familiarity with endpoint management or systems monitoring tools (e.g., SCCM, BigFix, Big Brother, CFEngine)
* Experience in a security-focused, on-premise enterprise IT environment
* Understanding of software distribution, patching, and system hardening
* Scripting experience with PowerShell, Python, or Bash
* Solid grasp of basic networking concepts and firewall configurations
* Ability to troubleshoot across the full technology stack (endpoint, network, server, etc.)
* Excellent communication and leadership skills-able to lead meetings and drive technical discussions

Nice to Have:
* Prior experience with Tanium or certification(s) in Tanium modules
* Experience with Alteryx, data automation tools, or report distribution tools
* Familiarity with Windows systems administration and management
* Exposure to compliance and security audit frameworks

What You'll Gain:
* Hands-on training and mentorship in the Tanium platform
* Exposure to a large-scale enterprise environment with over 170K endpoints
* Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a high-visibility role
* Collaborative, culture-focused on continuous improvement, cross-training, and knowledge sharing

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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