Security Systems Administrator

Defy Security; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Security Systems Administrator to manage and secure their IT infrastructure. The role involves security monitoring, incident response, and compliance enforcement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT security and system administration, with a proactive approach to designing security solutions. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance and remote work flexibility.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Remote Work Flexibility

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience in system administration or IT security.
• Strong knowledge of compliance and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security logs and network traffic to detect threats.
• Develop incident response plans for cybersecurity events.
• Administer key security and IT tools.

Skills

Cybersecurity Principles

Incident Response

Vulnerability Management

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Okta

CrowdStrike

Intune

Kandji

Azure

AWS

Job description

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The Security Systems Administrator is responsible for managing and securing Defy Security’s IT infrastructure. This role requires a strong blend of IT operations and security expertise, including system administration, network management, security monitoring, compliance enforcement, and incident response —combined with a proactive approach to designing new security solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep technical knowledge of IT environments, security best practices, and regulatory compliance frameworks and excel at troubleshooting, optimizing system performance, and elevating overall security measures across the organization.

Location: Remote - United States

Key Responsibilities

Security Monitoring & Incident Response:

• Regularly review and analyze security logs, system alerts, and network traffic to detect, investigate, and mitigate security threats and anomalies.
• Develop, implement, and refine incident response plans for rapid, effective cybersecurity event management.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments to identify risks and implement remediation plans that strengthen IT security.

Policy Development & Compliance:

• Create, review, and maintain IT security policies, standards, and procedures in line with industry best practices and compliance requirements.
• Conduct security audits and risk assessments to identify gaps and implement essential controls.

System Administration, Design & IT Operations:

• Administer key security and IT tools—including Okta (SSO/MFA), CrowdStrike (EDR), Intune, and Kandji (MDM)—to ensure effective system operations.
• Design, develop, and implement new security solutions and system enhancements to address emerging threats and improve operational efficiency
• Provide Level 2 and Level 3 technical support by troubleshooting IT issues and escalating when needed for timely resolution.

Qualifications:

• 5–7+ years of experience in system administration, IT security, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Experience with cloud environments (Azure, AWS) and managing cloud-based security solutions.
• Hands-on experience with SSO, EDR, and MDM solutions such as Okta, CrowdStrike, Intune, and Kandji.
• Strong knowledge of compliance and regulatory standards (e.g., NIST, CIS, SOC 2, ISO 27001).
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to document processes and present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to adapt and manage multiple priorities simultaneously, balancing IT operations and security tasks with strong accountability for results.
• This position follows Central/Pacific Time zone working hours.

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $115,000 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as market conditions. This position may also be eligible for commission-based compensation, depending on the role and performance

Defy Security offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k)- retirement program with company matching; unlimited Paid Time Off, tuition assistance, and remote work flexibility. See our website for a full listing of benefits.

Full details of compensation and benefits will be shared with candidates during the recruitment process.

Defy Security is committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation, and we regularly review our practices to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. We support transparency and equal pay for equal work, and we encourage open conversations about compensation throughout the hiring process

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Engineering

• Industries

  Computer and Network Security, Software Development, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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