Senior IT Systems & Security Engineer

Electronic Systems Inc•Oakbrook Terrace, IL

About The Position

Our client, in higher education is seeking a Senior IT Systems & Security Engineer to play a pivotal role in maintaining the security and efficiency of the Company's IT infrastructure and digital assets, with a particular focus on cloud services (such as Microsoft 365 and Azure), Point of Sale (POS) systems, and cybersecurity. This role demands a blend of expertise in cloud computing, application security, and cybersecurity practices to ensure the protection and optimal performance of IT systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent level of advanced schooling + experience
7+ years of relevant work experience in IT Infrastructure
Familiar with IT Systems & Security concepts, design principles, best practices, standards, and processes
Excellent analytical, statistical, quantitative, and deduction skills.
Ability to represent information in graphical forms including creating data, infrastructure, and topology diagrams, etc.
Experience implementing controls for Cybersecurity regulation such as: PCI-DSS, SOX, or CCPA
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities, based on business needs.
Must be able to work occasional varied hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Experience with configuration management systems, such as Salt, Ansible, Puppet, Chef
Regular work exposure to Python and Git version control
Exposure to JSON (arm) and XML
Industry Certifications preferred (ITIL, CISSP, Azure, etc.)
Working understanding of POS systems architecture

Responsibilities

Administer and optimize cloud environments, primarily focusing on Microsoft 365 and Azure, ensuring scalable, secure, and efficient operations.
Implement and manage cloud-based applications and services, including integrations with on-premises or other cloud systems.
Oversee cloud data storage, backup, and recovery processes, ensuring data integrity and compliance with data protection standards.
Ensure the security and integrity of POS systems, implementing cybersecurity measures to protect against threats and unauthorized access.
Coordinate with the applications team to ensure that POS systems are seamlessly integrated with cloud services and other IT systems.
Monitor and maintain POS software and hardware, including regular updates and patches to address security vulnerabilities.
Deploy and manage advanced cybersecurity tools and processes to safeguard IT systems and sensitive data.
Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and implement remediation strategies.
Keep up to date with the latest cybersecurity threats and countermeasures, continuously improving the organization's security posture.
Implement robust data protection strategies, focusing on both cloud-based and on-premises environments.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards like PCI DSS, HIPAA and NIST CSF, adapting practices to meet the needs of different environments (cloud, hybrid, on-site).
Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to data privacy laws and guidelines.
Manage and maintain essential IT systems, with a particular focus on cloud-based environments and POS systems.
Perform routine system maintenance tasks, including system monitoring, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
Coordinate with vendors and service providers to resolve complex system issues and optimize performance.
Provide high-level technical support for cloud and security-related issues.
Develop and deliver training and awareness programs focusing on cybersecurity best practices and secure use of cloud services.
Actively participate in IT projects, ensuring cloud and cybersecurity considerations are integrated from the outset.
Collaborate with various IT teams to align system and security objectives with broader organizational goals.