Network & Data Security Administrator

Location: Charleston, SC - onsite 5 days - Must be authorized to work in the United States

A leading company in North America's manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced network administrator who wants to expand into the field of Information Security. You will split your time between supporting the company's network infrastructure (WAN/LAN) and managing day-to-day Information Security operations. The ideal candidate will feel confident working closely with the company's Managed Security Services Provider and leading the evaluation and implementation of new policies, tools, and technologies to ensure a secure environment.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

· Act as the primary point of contact for network troubleshooting

· Analyze and investigate incidents reported by the Managed Security Services Provider, vendors, and internal tools

· Serve as the primary contact to the Managed Security Services Provider

· Document standard operating procedures for day-to-day Information Security operations

· Create a roadmap and implementation plan aligned with CIS controls

· Monitor emerging threats and assess potential impact to the company

· Participate in vulnerability detection and remediation efforts across the organization

· Assist in evaluating and deploying new security solutions

· Develop key Information Security performance reports for senior management

· Develop metrics and documentation for systems and processes

· Create Incident Response (IR) plans and playbooks and assist with incident response activities

· Review and recommend system-level patching for current vulnerabilities

· Manage firewalls, switches, VPNs, and network security tools

· Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security best practices are implemented across the organization

· Stay up to date with the latest security trends and threats

Minimum Requirements

· Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity

· 5-8 years of experience in networking, including:

o Working with Cisco or Fortinet equipment

o Understanding VLANs, firewall rules, and network routing

· Strong understanding of Information Security practices

· Strong understanding of Windows operating systems and security practices

· Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (M365) technology and security features

· Familiarity with CIS Critical Security Controls or similar frameworks

· Knowledge of Anti-Virus, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and OSI model

· Understanding of Windows Active Directory and Group Policy management