Full Time
GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation's top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.
Job Overview
IT Systems Managers at GuidePoint Security enjoy working on the cutting edge of Information Technology and Information Security. They are self-driven technology fanatics who consistently tinker, tweak, learn and improve. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, technology-centric environment, enjoys challenges with new technologies (Cloud and Mobile), streamlining traditional operations, can manage multiple initiatives and takes pride in enabling our employees with technology.
Role and Responsibilities
• Consult senior-level stakeholders and key business units across the entire organization to identify business and technology needs and to optimize the use of systems and applications.
• Research, document, prioritize, implement and communicate technical requirements effectively with technical and nontechnical users.
• Develop strategy as it relates to the organization's IT footprint (computer and information systems, security, communication systems, etc.).
• Proven experience leading a small team of Engineers and Administrators.
• Experience working directly with a help desk or support team to provide escalation support and training opportunities.
• Proven ability to lead multi-function projects and provide executive updates.
• Evaluate existing infrastructure and make recommendations and improvements.
• Provide escalation support as required.
• Research, evaluate and report on emerging technologies and services.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Experience and Education
Position Requirements:
• Possess strong client-facing and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Experience reading, writing, and interpreting technical documentation and procedure manuals.
• Expert knowledge administering macOS, Microsoft Operating Systems, CentOS and Ubuntu systems.
• 5+ years VMware administration experience.
• 5+ years advanced networking experience (experience with Palo Alto and Juniper devices a plus).
• Experience working with cloud IaaS platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience working with Okta or similar Idp technologies.
• Experience with Intune.
• Experience with Atlassian products a plus.
• Proven experience with systems planning, security principles, and general software management best practices.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
Educational & Professional Credentials:
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of Systems Engineering experience (server, network and virtualization architecture and support).
• 3+ years managing a team of System and Network Engineers.
• Professional certifications such as A+, Network+, Security+, MCSE, CCNA, VCP.
Why GuidePoint?
GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 700 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 3,000 Enterprise-Level customers.
Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company's success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.
This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.
Some added perks....
• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
• 100% employer-paid medical and dental premiums with generous employer family contributions
• 11 corporate holidays in 2022 (12 in 2023) and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Care plan