Security Administrator

Hybrid 4 days week onsite, then 3 days onsite/2 remote in Cincinnati, OH

We are hiring a Security Administrator for our client, a leading plumbing, sewer, and water damage company headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. The role will secure enterprise systems through firewall administration, network security, and operational controls while supporting mission critical connectivity.

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Qualified applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis.

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000/ yr. w2

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of escalation for security technical and process issues.
• Oversee the execution and completion of assigned security tasks.
• Troubleshoot reported security problems.
• Create and modify firewall rule sets, policies, and security device configurations.
• Monitor and report on the availability of security layers.
• Perform trend analysis, identify top security incidents, and coordinate with teams to minimize future risks.
• Document and improve security processes.
• Design, set up, and configure security architecture including hardware and software solutions.
• Plan and schedule changes in coordination with stakeholders based on business needs.
• Facilitate and support business-to-business connectivity for mission critical interfaces and systems.
• Monitor security logs for alerts and troubleshoot and remediate as necessary.
• Support security training and awareness programs across the organization.
• Monitor, support, and report on vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and compliance solutions.
• Design, set up, and configure remote access and site-to-site VPNs across diversified security platforms.
• Perform root cause analysis on security events.

Experience Requirements

• 2 to 5 years of hands-on experience with firewall solution delivery including upgrade, research, design, build, deploy, administration, and support.
• Proven hands-on experience managing Check Point firewalls.
• Comprehensive knowledge of networking communications and network security.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly, business-friendly, and technical language.
• Ability to conduct research into a wide range of security issues.
• Self-motivated and directed with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Cisco network and security administration (preferred).
• Azure experience with Network Security Groups and Application Security Groups (preferred).
• KnowBe4 Security Awareness familiarity (preferred).
• SD-WAN knowledge (preferred).

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security or related Computer Science field.
• Check Point firewall administration certification (preferred).
• Cisco certification (preferred).

Recruitment Transparency Notice

Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team ( [email protected] , 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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