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Security Administrator

1. Purpose of the Position

The IT Security Sr. Specialist is responsible for the administration, monitoring, and continuous improvement of enterprise security solutions that protect the organization's users, endpoints, systems, applications, and data.

This role focuses on security operations, vulnerability management, endpoint protection, access security, and incident response activities. The position actively participates in the implementation of security controls, risk mitigation initiatives, and continuous improvement programs aligned with corporate cybersecurity standards and business objectives.

2. Role

The IT Security Sr. Specialist is responsible for managing and maintaining security platforms and services to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of company information assets.

The role includes vulnerability management, endpoint security administration, incident investigation and response, security monitoring, access management, and support of cybersecurity initiatives across the organization.

3. Responsibilities

Administer and support enterprise security solutions.
Manage and maintain Endpoint Protection platforms, including Antivirus, Anti-Malware, EDR, and XDR solutions.
Perform vulnerability scanning, analysis, remediation tracking, and security assessments.
Administer Vulnerability Management platforms such as Qualys, Tenable, or similar solutions.
Support implementation and administration of Multifactor Authentication (MFA) solutions.
Support administration of DLP (Data Loss Prevention) technologies.
Assist in the operation and management of SASE and secure access technologies.
Monitor, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity incidents.
Support security event monitoring and analysis through SIEM platforms.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and security standards.
Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders regarding security-related initiatives.
Conduct root cause analysis and provide detailed incident reports.
Participate in audits, compliance assessments, and security reviews.
Ensure compliance with company security policies and procedures.

4. Essential Daily Functions

Monitor and maintain enterprise security platforms.
Review and respond to security alerts and incidents.
Execute vulnerability scans and coordinate remediation efforts.
Analyze security threats, vulnerabilities, and security events.
Administer EDR, Antivirus, and Anti-Malware solutions.
Manage MFA solutions and access security controls.
Support DLP and data protection initiatives.
Perform health checks and maintenance activities on security tools.
Generate operational and security reports.
Document incidents, investigations, corrective actions, and security recommendations.
Participate in troubleshooting activities related to security technologies.
Coordinate activities with vendors and service providers.

5. Technical Requirements

Required

3+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Security Operations.

Experience administering enterprise security solutions.

Experience with:

Antivirus solutions
Anti-Malware solutions
EDR/XDR platforms
Vulnerability Management
Security Incident Response
SIEM technologies
MFA solutions

Hands-on experience with:

Qualys
Tenable Nessus
Microsoft Defender
CrowdStrike
Harmony Endpoint
Sentinel
Splunk
QRadar
Entra ID / Azure AD
Preferred
DLP administration experience.
SASE administration experience.
Experience with ISO 27001 controls and audits.
Experience with Microsoft Security ecosystem.
Experience with Identity & Access Management (IAM).
Experience with PAM solutions.

6. Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to investigate and resolve security incidents.
Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
Ability to prioritize and work under pressure.
Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Customer-oriented mindset.
Continuous learning and improvement mentality.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.