IT Infrastructure & Security Specialist

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce's client, a well-known and global based organization (a unique industry that is saving lives) located in New York, is in search of an IT Infrastructure & Security Specialist. Ideally, this candidate should have experience with both infrastructure and as a Security Engineer. The emphasis is more on the security side of the experience.

Summary:
In this role, you will join an incredible culture which has fantastic retention, and the staff members are friendly and laid back. Perks/Benefits: 9-5 environment, excellent benefits, every other Friday off during the summer, fantastic retention as well. Lastly, their interview process is efficient. We are working directly with the SVP who reports to the CEO. Ideal candidates should have network security expertise and experience providing security assessments.

Responsibilities:
* Administer, implement, monitor and support all aspects of global infrastructure (WAN, LAN, firewall, switching, enterprise wifi, servers, virtual machines, workstations, mobile devices, printers, copy machines, voip phones, M365, Sharepoint, AD, Azure, cloud apps, etc.)
* Administer, implement, monitor and support global security tools (SIEM, A/V, IDS/IPS, EDR, Vulnerability management, MFA, IAM , etc.)
* Administer, implement, monitor and support Citrix and Netscaler
* Implement, monitor and support databases
* Implement, monitor and support backups
* Threat monitoring, mitigation & remediation
* Maintain corporate security awareness program
* Support 6 offices (NY/TX/UK/GR/CH/HK) on Windows operating systems
* Manage & support routine maintenance of Windows and Linux servers
* Manage and oversee the helpdesk
* Typical Hours of operation 8am-5pm/some evening and weekend hours necessary
* Potential international travel to support offices

REQUIREMENTS:
* B.S. in Computer Science or related
* 3+ years of work experience with the outlined responsibilities & required skills
* Working knowledge of Windows 10/11, Windows 2012/2016/2019 Server, CentOS Linux
* Working knowledge of domain administration (AD, Azure tenancy, Azure integrations, MFA, Group Policy, etc.)
* Working knowledge of WAN/LAN/tcp concepts
* Working knowledge of Splunk, Symantec EPM, Malwarebytes Endpoint Protection, Greenbone, OSSEC, Nagios (additional security tools a plus)
* Working knowledge of MSSQL 2019, Oracle 12c and Oracle Cloud products
* Working knowledge of Veritas BackupExec
* Excellent English language skills
* Excellent people skills, must work well with all types of people
* Excellent managerial skills
* Customer service mindset with a focus on the big picture
* Proactively self-motivated and self-starter
* Strong ability to cycle between working independently and in a team environment
* Desire to continue learning about technologies, cyber threats and trends
* Social Intelligence (understanding human connection in a digital world)
* Proactive approach to problem solving / forward thinker
* Greater collaboration with staff inside/outside the tech arena with a focus on adding value to the business

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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