IT Infrastructure and Security Engineer

Senesco Marine, LLC•North Kingstown, RI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The IT Infrastructure and Security Engineer at Senesco Marine performs a broad range of work involving computer hardware, software, IT infrastructure, and project management. The role is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety procedures, company policies, and industry standards, including NIST 800-171. The position is onsite and requires 40 hours per week in the office. The employee is expected to have a strong work ethic, excellent attendance, and complete work in a timely and professional manner. The engineer plans and executes IT projects, supports departments in identifying IT needs, maintains and secures company systems, and manages security policies, assets, vendors, and operational IT services. The role also includes end-user and server troubleshooting, disaster recovery participation, and maintaining accurate tickets, documentation, and compliance records. The employee may work in different indoor and outdoor environments and must comply with job-specific safety and personal protective equipment requirements.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in Information Technology (IT) and Information Systems (IS).
Familiarity with IaaS and PaaS, including Microsoft Azure.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail in maintaining tickets, documentation, and compliance-related records.
Ability to work with little or no supervision, receive instructions, and complete duties within budgeted time frames.
Ability to meet the work schedule and work at a pace consistent with company deadlines.
Willingness to learn new techniques.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment as determined by a Senesco Marine Job Hazard Analysis.
Ability to report accidents, injuries, equipment damage, and broken or misused tools to the appropriate supervisor or department.
Vision correctable to 20/40; contact lenses are not permitted in certain production area positions.
Ability to pass the Ishihara color blindness test and read and understand safety symbols and colors.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, squat, kneel, stoop, and climb stairs or a ladder.
Good balance and the ability to stand on each foot for at least 30 seconds.
Ability to carry tools or equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with NIST 800-171 requirements and CMMC compliance frameworks.
Certifications in networking, cloud infrastructure, and/or information security, such as Microsoft Azure Administrator, CISSP, CISM, CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or vendor-specific networking certifications.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
Coordinate with company departments to understand IT needs and recommend appropriate solutions supported by evidence.
Enforce, monitor, and audit IT security policies and procedures to protect data confidentiality.
Maintain documented inventories of company-owned computer and networking hardware and peripherals.
Manage databases, including server configuration, optimization, and backups.
Maintain and secure on-premises and cloud directory service configurations and user access.
Implement networking and remote access solutions, including VPN services.
Coordinate, implement, maintain, and update computer systems, software, and hardware.
Install, test, and troubleshoot new computer software.
Diagnose and correct malfunctions in end-user equipment and server systems.
Resolve user issues involving hardware, software, cabling, and telephone systems.
Maintain network operating systems and perform system backups and other operational tasks as needed.
Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.
Research and provide guidance on emerging technologies and industry trends.
Maintain the security of network and computer systems.
Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for IT services and products.
Identify and report problems and discrepancies to the supervisor and request assistance when necessary.
Maintain accurate tickets, documentation, and compliance-related records.
Complete other tasks or assignments as directed by a supervisor and maintain a clean work environment.