Senior IT & Cyber Security Systems Administrator

FM Industries; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO Program

Nine paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life

Disability coverage at no cost

Tuition assistance

Pet insurance

Flexible spending plans

Health spending plans

Online learning center

401(k) with 30% match

Job summary

FM Industries in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an IT System Administrator / Cyber Security Analyst to design, implement, and maintain enterprise IT infrastructure while proactively managing the organization’s security posture.

You will administer Windows and Linux servers, AD, networking, virtualization, and cloud services; monitor SIEM, conduct vulnerability management, incident response, and help enforce regulatory controls with strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent combination.
• 5+ years in systems administration, with at least 2 years in a security-focused role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server and/or Linux administration, Active Directory, and enterprise networking (TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls).
• Experience with SIEM platforms, vulnerability scanners, EDR, and firewall management consoles.
• Understanding of security frameworks and regulatory requirements relevant to the industry.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and incident response skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Manage virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and storage/backup infrastructure.
• Oversee patch management, system upgrades, and lifecycle replacement of servers and network hardware.
• Monitor system performance and capacity; identify and resolve bottlenecks or failures.
• Provide Tier 3 technical support and escalation for complex infrastructure issues.
• Monitor SIEM, firewalls, and IDS/IPS for anomalous activity; coordinate remediation.
• Support incident response activities and post-incident reviews.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with NIST/ISO.
• Support audits, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2).
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate on IT/security projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Incident response

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

SIEM platforms

Vulnerability scanners

EDR

Firewall management consoles

Active Directory

VMware/Hyper-V

Job description

FM Industries in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an IT System Administrator / Cyber Security Analyst to design, implement, and maintain enterprise IT infrastructure while proactively managing the organization’s security posture.

You will administer Windows and Linux servers, AD, networking, virtualization, and cloud services; monitor SIEM, conduct vulnerability management, incident response, and help enforce regulatory controls with strong written and verbal communication.