Security Administrator (Networks, Windows, and Linux) - $66 1099/ $58 W2 - ONSITE (Locals Only)

Job Description:

******Only W2/ 1099 Resumes will be considered

Location Requirement: 100% onsite. Local candidates only

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Documentation and Runbook Development

• Develop and maintain detailed documentation and playbooks for daily, weekly, and monthly information
  security operations, including incident response procedures and system maintenance tasks.
• Create and update checklists for operational tasks, such as patch management, vulnerability scans, and
  access control reviews.
• Format and standardize information security policies, procedures, and guidelines for clarity and
  accessibility.

Logging and Alert Configuration

• Configure logging mechanisms for security tools (e.g., Graylog, NXLog, Logstash FortiAnalyzer) to capture
  relevant security events and system activities.
• Set up and fine-tune alert rules for real-time detection of security incidents, such as unauthorized access
  attempts or anomalous network traffic.
• Monitor and validate log integrity and retention policies to ensure compliance with organizational and
  regulatory requirements.

Creating Automations and Workflows

• Develop automated scripts (e.g., using Python or PowerShell) to streamline repetitive security tasks, such
  as log analysis, vulnerability scanning, and report generation.
• Create workflows to automate incident response processes, including ticket creation, escalation, and
  notification for security events.
• Integrate automation tools with existing security platforms (e.g., SIEM, ticketing systems) to improve
  operational efficiency and reduce response times.

Risk and Compliance Support

• Collect and organize data for risk assessments, including asset inventories, vulnerability scan results, and
  threat intelligence feeds.
• Support compliance audits by preparing documentation and evidence for frameworks like IRS Publication
  1075 and PCI DSS.
• Track and report on remediation efforts for identified vulnerabilities and compliance gaps.

Data Reporting and Metrics

• Collect and analyze data from security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection platforms) to
  generate metrics on vulnerabilities, incidents, and system performance.
• Develop automated scripts (e.g., using Python or PowerShell) to streamline data collection and reporting
  processes.

Required Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of computer networks, Windows, and Linux.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing SIEM tools.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and data processing.
• Familiarity with security tools, such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response EDR), and vulnerability
  scanners (e.g., Nessus).
• Experience as a database administrator (Oracle/SQL Server/Postgres) a plus.

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Desired Skills:

• Understanding of information security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS).
• Familiarity with compliance requirements (IRS Pub 1075, PCI DSS).
• Experience with data visualization tools (Excel).
• Certifications (preferred but not required)
• CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent.