Systems Security Administrator

PaceMate™•Clearwater, FL

1d•Remote

About The Position

PaceMate is seeking a full-time Systems Security Administrator responsible for protecting organizational assets through the design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced security infrastructure. This role leads security incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance efforts across the organization. The Systems Security Administrator enforces enterprise security policies, manages identity and access controls, and oversees security awareness programs. This role serves as the primary security escalation point for Tier 2 (System Administrator) and collaborates closely with the Tier 4 (Systems Engineer) on security architecture and major infrastructure initiatives.

Requirements

Proven experience in an information security or systems security administration role.
Strong knowledge of information security principles, frameworks, and best practices.
Experience with security tools and technologies, including firewalls, SIEM platforms, and vulnerability scanners.
In-depth understanding of compliance frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.
Demonstrated incident response and digital forensics capabilities.
Knowledge of network security, encryption technologies, and identity management solutions.
Windows 10/11
Mac OS
Firewall Administration (e.g., Fortinet, Palo Alto, or equivalent)
SIEM Platform (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or equivalent)
Vulnerability Management Tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys, or equivalent)
ESET A/V: Antivirus and endpoint security platform.
KnowBe4: Security awareness training and phishing simulation platform.
Barracuda: Security and data protection solutions.
Microsoft 365 / Azure AD: Identity management, MFA, conditional access, and compliance tools.
Proficient with PowerShell and security automation scripting.
Must reside and work exclusively within the contiguous United States.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Relevant security certifications (Security+, CISSP, CEH) are preferred.
Relevant degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field is advantageous.
MS Intune / MDM: Device management and data loss prevention – preferred.
Kaseya (VSA, BMS): Remote monitoring and management tools – preferred.
ZScaler: Security as a service for secure application access – preferred.
PAM Solution (e.g., CyberArk, BeyondTrust, or equivalent) – preferred.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain advanced security infrastructure, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM platforms, to protect organizational systems and data.
Lead security incident response and forensic investigations, serving as the primary escalation point for security-related issues from Tier 2.
Conduct comprehensive security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management programs across the organization's environment.
Develop, enforce, and maintain enterprise security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with organizational risk tolerance and regulatory requirements.
Perform security audits and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and frameworks, including NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.
Manage privileged access management (PAM) and enforce the principle of least privilege across systems and applications.
Design and implement advanced multi-factor authentication (MFA) and identity management solutions across the organization.
Oversee mobile device management (MDM) and data loss prevention (DLP) solutions to protect sensitive organizational data.
Lead security awareness training programs and phishing simulations to strengthen the organization's human security layer.
Manage security logging, SIEM tools, and threat intelligence platforms; coordinate with the SOC team on escalated alerts and investigations.
Coordinate with vendors on advanced security products, services, and renewals.
Assist with disaster recovery and business continuity planning from a security perspective, ensuring organizational resilience.
Develop security automation and orchestration solutions to improve response times and reduce manual security operations overhead.
Stay current with emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices, incorporating findings into organizational security strategy.
Collaborate with the Tier 4 (Systems Engineer) on security architecture decisions and infrastructure projects requiring security integration.
Participate in the full user and device lifecycle, including onboarding, account provisioning, device enrollment, and offboarding.