Cyber Security Admin

Vaco by Highspring; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco in the Northern Cincinnati area is seeking a hands-on Cybersecurity Administrator to strengthen our client's security posture across Microsoft 365, Azure, enterprise infrastructure, and OT systems. The role combines day-to-day security operations with building out processes, policies, and best practices to advance the cybersecurity program.

A 3–5 year track record in security and relevant certifications are preferred, with a focus on practical implementation.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, systems administration, or a similar role with direct security responsibilities.
• Hands‑on experience with EDR tools such as CrowdStrike or SentinelOne.
• Experience with SIEM platforms, preferably Splunk.
• Experience with vulnerability management tools such as Nessus or Qualys.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 security, Active Directory, Azure AD, and firewall administration.
• Ability to work independently and communicate technical security risks to both technical and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor EDR, SIEM, vulnerability management, and other security tools.
• Support Microsoft 365 security, including Defender, email security, DLP, MFA, and Conditional Access.
• Monitor and investigate security alerts and assist with incident response.
• Manage firewall rules and support network and identity security across Active Directory and Azure AD.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and coordinate remediation efforts.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
• Support security within manufacturing, OT, and industrial environments.
• Assist with vendor risk assessments, security awareness training, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Help build the overall cybersecurity program, including tools, processes, and controls.

Skills

EDR tools

SIEM platforms

Vulnerability management

Microsoft 365 security

AD/Azure AD

Security risk communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security or related field

Tools

CrowdStrike

SentinelOne

Splunk

Nessus

Qualys

Microsoft 365 Defender

Job description

Vaco is hiring a Cybersecurity Administrator for our client located in the Northern Cincinnati area.

This is a direct hire opportunity. Please no c2c or 3rd party solicitations.

This is a hands‑on role responsible for supporting and strengthening the company's cybersecurity environment across Microsoft 365, Azure, enterprise infrastructure, and operational technology (OT) systems.

This person will play an important role in building out the security program, making it a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both day‑to‑day security operations and helping establish processes and best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and monitor EDR, SIEM, vulnerability management, and other security tools.
• Support Microsoft 365 security, including Defender, email security, DLP, MFA, and Conditional Access.
• Monitor and investigate security alerts and assist with incident response.
• Manage firewall rules and support network and identity security across Active Directory and Azure AD.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and coordinate remediation efforts.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
• Support security within manufacturing, OT, and industrial environments.
• Assist with vendor risk assessments, security awareness training, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Help build the overall cybersecurity program, including tools, processes, and controls.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, systems administration, or a similar role with direct security responsibilities.
• Hands‑on experience with EDR tools such as CrowdStrike or SentinelOne.
• Experience with SIEM platforms, preferably Splunk.
• Experience with vulnerability management tools such as Nessus or Qualys.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 security, Active Directory, Azure AD, and firewall administration.
• Ability to work independently and communicate technical security risks to both technical and business teams.

Preferred:

• CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, or similar certification.
• Manufacturing, industrial automation, OT, or ICs security experience.
• Experience with Oracle EBS and Azure security.
• Knowledge of NIST CSF, CIS Controls, or ISO 27001.
• Experience helping build or improve a cybersecurity program.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred. Equivalent professional experience will also be considered.

By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.

Desired Skills and Experience

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By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. Additionally, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. Lastly, you agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring.

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).