Security Systems Administrator
CLIENT ASSOCIATION: EDI
REPORTS TO: Director of Technology Services
DIRECT REPORTS: None
EMPLOYEE STATUS: Exempt (Minimum of 37.5 hours/week)
GENERAL SUMMARY:
IT Generalist with a focus on cybersecurity of systems and processes, providing support for IT staff and helpdesk support for end users, as well as other specific technology areas.
GENERAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Make security recommendations regarding technology projects and initiatives
- Review security policy of new systems, including Microsoft Windows servers
- Implement and manage the security of cloud-based technology, including Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS systems
- Provide cybersecurity documentation and training for staff
- Ensure reliability of backup systems, manage backup libraries, and perform timely file restores at staff request
- Provide 24/7 emergency support, as part of a rotating on-call schedule and when deemed necessary for additional projects or back-up coverage (about 1 week per month)
- Schedule and manage off-hours maintenance and security patching, as needed
- Maintain and improve network security and controls according to NIST standards
- Provide helpdesk support for security related questions and incidents to EDI staff
SPECIFIC POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE (in order of frequency)
- Identify and solve technology security problems, including:
- Protect systems by defining access privileges, control structures, and resources
- Analyze and recognize spam and phishing email
- Identify user access abnormalities
- Implement security improvements in response to changing risk factors
- Determine security weaknesses by conducting periodic audits and vulnerability scans
- Assess security controls during system upgrades
- Maintain current and implement new cybersecurity incident response procedures
- Assess and manage the security of Windows and Linux servers, including:
- Regular auditing of security patches
- Active Directory authentication services and group policies
- Remote access systems including Remote Desktop Services
- Printer drivers and print device firmware
- Other third-party applications and drivers
- Perform routine audits of user accounts (network, email, phone, and cloud)
- Manage email security
- Implement, manage, and troubleshoot security policies of new technology hardware (desktop PCs, phones, and other devices)
- Manage security of network infrastructure, including:
- Evaluating the security of network equipment
- Maintain DNS and DHCP server security
- Manage web proxy servers
- Manage router and firewall security patches
- Manage 802.11 wireless network security
- Manage security of converged infrastructure, including:
- Manage virtualization environments and virtual servers
- IIS and Apache web services and common language frameworks
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Storage Area Networks
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
2-5 years proven work experience, degree in MIS or Computer Science preferred. Experience with Windows desktop and server environments. Relevant certifications (MCSE, CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security , CISA, CEH) a plus. Must have the ability to communicate clearly and follow up with both technical and non-technical staff. Must have excellent problem-solving skills and a positive helpful demeanor.
AMOUNT OF TRAVEL REQUIRED: Minimal
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Occasional lifting of 20 to 30 lbs, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling.
*This position is located in downtown Milwaukee, WI and dedicated weekly days in the office are a requirement of the role.
*EDI requires new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless a medical or religious exemption applies and is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized CDC COVID-19 vaccine primary series regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination.