Senior IT Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Iowa, +4 more locations.

📋 Description

• Oversee Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, and various business applications.

• Provide support during U.S. hours and facilitate transitions with the EU-based Systems Administrator.

• Address device compliance issues and restore access for employees.

• Enhance identity and endpoint security through hardening techniques, access controls, and vulnerability remediation.

• Lead infrastructure and security projects, transforming recurring issues into sustainable solutions.

• Develop reliable automation and API integrations using Git and approved AI tools, ensuring thorough testing and independent validation.

• Assess security alerts, investigate and document incidents, and collaborate with the Head of IT for response and recovery.

• Evaluate vendors and technology modifications, review access requirements, and propose safeguards for approval.

• Execute compliance controls, maintain audit evidence in Vanta, and address failed checks and technical findings.

• Keep incident playbooks updated, test recovery processes, and disseminate knowledge throughout the IT team.

• Collaborate directly with the Head of IT on implementation, while the Head of IT retains governance over the program, policy approval, risk acceptance, and oversight of major incidents.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years in systems administration, IT engineering, infrastructure, or a related field, with proven ownership of complex technical tasks.

• Strong practical experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, and Windows endpoints.

• Solid understanding of networking, DNS, and VPN fundamentals.

• Experience working in a security operations center, whether in-house or with a managed security provider.

• Proficient in developing and maintaining IT automation using PowerShell, Python, or Ansible, including API integrations.

• Familiarity with Git, including branching and pull requests, for managing scripts and automation.

• Hands-on experience in security operations, including alert triage, incident investigation, and response, utilizing Microsoft Defender or similar tools.

• Experience in implementing security controls and assisting with audits or evidence collection.

• Working knowledge of ISO 27001, SOC 2, or a comparable framework.

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities.

• Capability to balance employee support, incidents, and projects; communicate effectively; document decisions; and recognize when to escalate or seek approval.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work with flexibility to enhance your work-life balance.

• Reliable income and benefits package.

• Flexible working hours.

• Opportunities for career progression.

• Collaborative atmosphere that encourages you to take ownership of your responsibilities and implement best practices.

• Supportive, professional colleagues who help you grow.

• Engaging challenges and chances to make a significant impact.