Security Infrastructure - Security Administrator II - Req #516

COCC; Rocky Hill (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedules

Paid time off (PTO)

Training & onboarding

Tuition reimbursement

Career coaching

Wellness incentives

On-site fitness centers

Accessibility support

Job summary

COCC is seeking a Security Administrator II to protect and evolve its security infrastructure in a collaborative environment. The role involves hands-on work with Next-Gen firewalls, IDS/IPS, MFA, PKI, DLP, SASE, and WAF systems across Linux and Windows environments.

You will install configurations, support secure remote access, and contribute to security initiatives while coordinating with a diverse team and participating in an on-call rotation to maintain 24/7 protection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/IS or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 2-5 years of experience supporting security-oriented network services.
• Industry-recognized security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, SANS/GIAC GSEC, or (ISC)² SSCP.

Responsibilities

• Support secure remote access and manage Internet protections.
• Contribute to resilience of COCC's secure network and implement projects.
• Work in a fast-paced, on-call rotation ensuring systems stay secure 24/7.

Skills

Security infrastructure

NGFW

IDS/IPS

PKI

DLP

SASE

WAF

Linux

Windows

TCP/IP

Ethernet

HTTP/S

FTP

SSH

Email

Authentication

DNS

Python

PowerShell

Bash

Perl

Security automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/IS

2-5 years experience in security/network services

CompTIA Security+

SANS/GIAC GSEC

(ISC)² SSCP

Job description

Security Infrastructure - Security Administrator II - Req #516

Rocky Hill, CT, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, July 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 4:59 AM

Who we are...

As an industry-leading fintech provider, COCC delivers innovative, comprehensive technology solutions and strategic partnerships throughout the Northeastern United States. Listed among American Banker's FinTech 100 and the Inc. 5,000 fastest growing companies in the nation, COCC inspires the industry with innovation and top-quality support. Designated a Top Workplace in Connecticut and a nationally Certified Great Place to Work, COCC recognizes employees as the core of our success.

Inspiring you to become extraordinary in work and life.

What we need…

The Security Infrastructure team is looking for a Security Administrator II. This security infrastructure specialist will thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and is passionate about protecting critical systems and data. In this role, you'll be a key player in maintaining and evolving COCC's corporate security infrastructure - working hands-on with cutting-edge technologies like Next-Gen firewalls, IDS/IPS, MFA, PKI, DLP, SASE, and WAF systems.

What's in it for you…

COCC offers a collaborative environment, career growth, and all the benefits you'd expect from an award-winning employer, including:

• Hybrid schedules and ample paid time off allowing you work/life balance and flexibility
• Customized training and onboarding to support you in your first year at COCC
• Robust employee development programs aligned with career pathing objectives
• Cutting-edge training and educational resources from vendors like SANS, PluralSight and CBTNuggets
• Generous PTO offerings, benefits and competitive compensation
• On-site fitness centers, wellness incentives, and lifestyle spending accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• One-on-one career coaching
• DEIB initiatives championing inclusion and encouraging you to bring your whole self to work
• Financial planning assistance with certified professionals

What you'll do…

You'll support secure remote access, manage Internet protections, and contribute to the resilience of our secure network. From service installations to configuration changes and project implementations, your expertise will help shape the security posture of our organization.

This is a role for someone who enjoys autonomy, values continuous learning, and is confident making informed decisions. You'll work alongside a diverse team of professionals, contribute to strategic initiatives, and be part of an on-call rotation that ensures our systems stay secure 24/7.

If you're ready to make a real impact, grow your skills, and be part of a forward-thinking security team, we want to hear from you.

What you'll bring…

We're looking for someone who combines technical expertise with strong communication skills and a passion for cybersecurity. To thrive in this role, you'll need a solid foundation in security infrastructure and a proactive mindset. Here's what we're looking for:

Education, Certifications & Experience

• A bachelor's degree (IT/IS preferred), or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 2-5 years of experience supporting security-oriented network services.
• Industry-recognized security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, SANS/GIAC GSEC, or (ISC)² SSCP.

Communication Skills

• Ability to interpret and explain complex technical information clearly and confidently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of staff and leadership.
• A collaborative and patient approach when working with internal teams on security-related requests.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment where security requests are prioritized, tracked, and resolved with ownership and accountability.

Technical Skills

• Experience operating and maintaining enterprise-class security platforms such as NGFW, IDS/IPS,PKI, DLP, SASE, and WAF.
• Comfortable working in both Linux and Windows environments.
• Proficiency with productivity tools (documents, spreadsheets, diagrams, etc.).
• Solid understanding of common network protocols likeHTTP/S,FTP,SSH, Email, Authentication, andDNS.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP and Ethernet; familiarity with dynamic routing protocols is a plus.
• Scripting ability in one or more languages such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, orPerl.
• Bonus points for experience in designing and implementingsecurity automation, workflows, and/or self-service solutions.

The salary range for this role is $90,000-$115,000 annually

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not currently or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

COCC is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. All applicants are required to pass a credit, background, and substance test prior to employment. COCC procures background and consumer reports in compliance with all Federal and State regulations, including The Fair Credit Reporting Act and applicable Department of Labor laws regarding pre-employment screens. COCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a community of inclusion, and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

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