IT Systems & Security Specialist I

🔥 14 hours ago

🦌 Connecticut, New Hampshire, +3 more states – Remote

🦌 Connecticut – Remote 🗻 New Hampshire – Remote 🦀 Maryland – Remote 🍂 Massachusetts – Remote 🍁 Vermont – Remote

💵 $72k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

👮‍♂️ Cybersecurity / Security Engineer

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Aspire Living & Learning

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1001 - 5000 employees

💼 Consulting

📦 Logistics

🏥 Healthcare

Consulting • Logistics • Healthcare

Aspire Living & Learning is a private, non-profit human service and educational organization dedicated to empowering neurodiverse children and adults. With a focus on connection and self-discovery, Aspire helps individuals unlock their potential through various services such as behavioral support, vocational training, and residential assistance. Operating across five states, Aspire is committed to building strong communities and transforming lives by providing quality services tailored to the needs of those with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities.

📋 Description

• Support the organization's cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity initiatives, and day-to-day IT operations • Assist in administering and maintaining Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud environments • Monitor cloud resources for performance, availability, and security • Manage cloud-based backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes • Lead cloud migrations and implementation projects • Monitor security alerts and investigate potential threats • Support endpoint protection, antivirus, and vulnerability management programs • Perform security audits and review user access rights • Implement and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures • Respond to and investigate security incidents, coordinating containment, remediation, escalation, and documentation • Create and maintain phishing awareness campaigns and cybersecurity training initiatives • Manage user provisioning and deprovisioning • Maintain Active Directory, Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), group policies, SSO, MFA, Conditional Access policies, and least-privilege access controls • Assist with server, workstation, and network administration • Troubleshoot cloud, security, and connectivity issues • Support patch management and system updates • Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps • Maintain accurate system documentation • Assist with compliance audits and security assessments • Support cybersecurity frameworks and best practices • Generate reports on cloud utilization, security incidents, and system health • Report to the Director of IT

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent work experience • 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in systems, cloud, endpoint management, or cybersecurity administration • Strong working knowledge of cloud computing technologies, with hands-on experience administering Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environments • Familiarity with Windows Server, Active Directory, and networking fundamentals • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including endpoint protection, firewalls, MFA, and access control • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively • Must have satisfactory background checks • Must reside in VT, CT, MD, NH, or MA • Periodic travel to group homes and other state offices is required • Preferred experience with Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 Administration, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft Defender, Intune / Endpoint Manager, VMware or Hyper-V, PowerShell scripting, Windows Server Administration, Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), and Identity & Access Management (IAM) • Preferred industry certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900), CompTIA Security+, and CompTIA Network+

🏖️ Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options • Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON, including monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: 100% match on contributions up to 2% of salary • Generous Paid Time Off, including paid sick, personal, and vacation days, plus holidays • Professional Growth Opportunities, including training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement • Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Telehealth Services • Collaborative team and culture of belonging and care • Reasonable accommodation for qualified people with disabilities