IT Security Administrator

AVI Systems; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Healthcare, vision & dental

HSA & FSA options

Life & disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

FORTÉ, a 100% employee-owned company, seeks a security-focused professional to provide Tier 2 security support, monitor incidents, and strengthen our security posture. You will handle alerts from MDR/EDR/IDS, investigate incidents, and help advance vulnerability management, identity, and awareness programs.

You’ll work cross-functionally on projects, ensure policy compliance, and communicate findings to IT leadership and auditors. A strong security mindset and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with Secure Email/Web Gateways, EDR and SIEM tools.
• Experience with Security Awareness Training and Privileged Access technologies.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender and Defender XDR.
• Vulnerability scanning knowledge and CIS/NIST frameworks.
• Experience administering Microsoft and Cisco systems; networking basics understood.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to alerts from MDR, IDS, DLP, EDR, and email security platforms.
• Investigate phishing, malware, and security incidents; remediation lead.
• Maintain secure email and web gateway controls; Tier 2 escalation support.
• Support vulnerability management, patching coordination, and remediation.
• Assist with MFA/zero trust identity; conduct quarterly access reviews.
• Deliver security awareness campaigns and new-hire training.
• Participate in security projects; ensure policy compliance and docs.
• Communicate security status, risks, and remediation steps to stakeholders.
• Document incidents and investigations; prepare reports for leadership/auditors.

Skills

Secure Email Gateways

Secure Web Gateways

EDR

SIEM

Microsoft Defender

Defender XDR

Vulnerability scanning

Privileged Access

Security Awareness training

CIS/NIST frameworks

Microsoft & Cisco systems

Networking fundamentals

Certifications (preferred)

Job description

At FORTÉ, every role plays a part in reimagining how the modern workplace works. Whether you're on the front lines with customers or behind the scenes making things run, your work helps people connect, collaborate, and get things done. From classrooms to control centers, we design and deliver the systems that power smarter, more connected workplaces – and it all starts with the people who make them possible. FORTÉ (formerly AVI Systems) is a 100% employee-owned company with 50+ years of experience and a bold new identity.

At FORTÉ, every role plays a part in reimagining how the modern workplace works. Whether you're on the front lines with customers or behind the scenes making things run, your work helps people connect, collaborate, and get things done. From classrooms to control centers, we design and deliver the systems that power smarter, more connected workplaces – and it all starts with the people who make them possible. FORTÉ (formerly AVI Systems) is a 100% employee-owned company with 50+ years of experience and a bold new identity

This person will provide direct security support to FORTÉ employees, IT staff, and key stakeholders by monitoring, protecting, and improving the organization’s security posture. This role delivers Tier 2 security support, investigates security incidents, and supports ongoing security operations, awareness, and compliance initiatives.

What You Will Be Doing

Security Operations & Incident Response

• Monitor and respond to alerts from MDR, IDS, DLP, EDR, and email security platforms
• Investigate and remediate phishing, malware, and security incidents
• Maintain and improve secure email and web gateway controls
• Provide Tier 2 security escalation support and incident resolution

Vulnerability & Endpoint Management

• Review vulnerability scans and penetration test results
• Coordinate remediation and patching with Systems Administrators
• Participate in the organization’s vulnerability management program
• Maintain awareness of emerging threats and vulnerabilities

Identity & Access Management

• Support MFA andzero trustidentity solutions
• Assistwith password management tools and access reviews
• Perform quarterlyterminated useraudits and annual access reviews
• Secure shared and privileged account credentials

Security Awareness & Training

• Conduct quarterly phishing simulations
• Deliver security awareness campaigns andnew hiretraining
• Educateemployees on security best practices and emerging threats

Projects, Policies & Continuous Improvement

• Participatein IT andcross functionalsecurity projects
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and standards
• Recommend updates to security policies, procedures, and controls
• Create andmaintainsecurity documentation and knowledge base content

Customer Focus

• Delivertimely, professional, andcustomer focusedsecurity support to internal and external stakeholders
• Communicate clearly and effectivelyregardingsecurity issues, risks, and remediation steps
• Partner with business units and customers to understand requirements and align security solutions accordingly
• Maintain aservice-orientedmindset while balancing security risk and operational needs

Communication & Reporting

• Document security incidents, investigations, and remediation activitiesin accordance withorganizational procedures
• Prepare clear,accuratereports and summaries for IT leadership, management, auditors, and other stakeholders
• Communicate security status, risks, and trends through regular reporting andadhocbriefings as needed
• Maintaintimelyand professional communication during incidents, projects, and security initiatives

Teamwork

• Crosstrain with IT team members
• Document systems and processes
• Secure shared account credentials
• Perform peer documentation reviews

What You Bring To Assure Success

• Experience with Secure Email Gateways, Secure Web Gateways, EDR, and SIEM tools
• Experience with Security Awareness Training and Privileged Access technologies
• Experience with Microsoft Defender
• Hands on experience administering and monitoring MicrosoftDefender XDR and related Microsoft security products toidentify, investigate, and remediate security threats across endpoints, identities, email, and cloud workloads
• Experience with vulnerability scanning
• Knowledge of CIS and NIST frameworks
• Experience administering Microsoft andCisco Systems
• Understanding ofnetworking fundamentals including DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, SSL, OSI, and TCP/IP
• Ability to explain complex concepts in simple terms
• CISSP, ISC², ISACA, Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA, or equivalent industry certifications preferred but not required

Why Should You Apply?

At FORTÉ, your work matters, and it’s easy to see the impact you make. That’s because we’re 100% employee-owned, and everyone here has a stake in how we show up – for each other, our customers, and the future we’re building. You’ll join a team that values your strengths, supports your growth, and shares your commitment to doing work that moves people and organizations forward. With bold momentum and a clear mission, FORTÉ is a place where you can bring your best – and build what’s next.

The benefits of ownership

At FORTÉ, you're not just covered – you’re supported. Our employee‑owners have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to protect your health, grow your wealth, and help you do your best work.

Here’s a Look At What We Offer

• Healthcare, vision & dental coverage to keep you and your family well
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for more control over your healthcare dollars
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• 401(k) with company match to invest in your future
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) so you benefit directly from our shared success
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing learning opportunities to support your growth
• Employer-paid employee assistance program to care for your physical, mental, and financial health
• Paid time off that helps you truly disconnect

FORTÉ is an equal opportunity employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.