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KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology-based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries. Title: Active Directory & Microsoft Intune Consultant Location: Los Angeles, CA Duration: 12 Months Plus Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Active Directory & Microsoft Intune Consultant to support the organization's enterprise IT infrastructure, endpoint management, and directory services. The consultant will be responsible for managing and maintaining Microsoft Active Directory environments, administering Microsoft Intune for endpoint management, implementing, and troubleshooting Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and resolving complex infrastructure and endpoint-related issues. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Active Directory administration, Microsoft Intune, Group Policy management, Windows operating systems, and enterprise-level troubleshooting in a large IT environment. Key Responsibilities: Administer, maintain, and support Microsoft Active Directory (AD) environments, including user accounts, security groups, organizational units (OUs), permissions, and access management. Manage and administer Microsoft Intune for endpoint configuration, device enrolment, compliance policies, application deployment, and device management. Create, configure, manage, and troubleshoot Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to enforce organizational security standards and desktop configurations. Troubleshoot Active Directory authentication, account lockouts, replication, DNS, Group Policy, and domain connectivity issues. Support Microsoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory) integration and synchronization with on-premises Active Directory environments. Configure and manage Windows device enrolment, configuration profiles, compliance policies, and security policies through Microsoft Intune. Troubleshoot Intune-related issues, including device enrolment failures, policy deployment, application installation, compliance status, and device synchronization. Support endpoint management for Windows desktops, laptops, and other enterprise-managed devices. Manage user access, authentication, permissions, and security configurations in accordance with organizational IT policies. Assist with Windows updates, patch management, endpoint security configurations, and device lifecycle management. Perform root cause analysis and resolve recurring Active Directory, Group Policy, and endpoint management issues. Monitor system performance, identify potential infrastructure issues, and implement corrective actions. Maintain technical documentation, configuration records, troubleshooting procedures, and operational support documentation. Collaborate with infrastructure, cybersecurity, service desk, and application support teams to ensure reliable IT operations. Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in Active Directory administration and enterprise IT infrastructure support. Strong experience managing and administering Microsoft Intune in an enterprise environment. Hands-on experience creating, configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Group Policy Objects (GPOs). Strong knowledge of Windows Server and Windows desktop operating systems. Experience troubleshooting Active Directory authentication, DNS, domain services, replication, and account management issues. Experience with endpoint enrolment, device configuration, compliance policies, and application deployment using Microsoft Intune. Knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory), identity synchronization, and authentication technologies. Strong analytical, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional IT teams. Preferred Qualifications: Microsoft certifications such as Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate (MD-102) or equivalent. Experience supporting large enterprise or public sector IT environments. Knowledge of Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM/MECM) and co-management with Intune. Experience with PowerShell scripting for Active Directory administration, automation, and troubleshooting. Familiarity with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and endpoint security management. Understanding of identity and access management, security policies, and enterprise IT infrastructure best practices. Experience supporting Windows Autopilot and modern endpoint provisioning. Experience working in environments with strict security, compliance, and operational requirements. Technical Skills: Microsoft Active Directory (AD DS) Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Management Group Policy Objects (GPO) Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Windows Server and Windows 10/11 DNS, DHCP, and Domain Services Device Enrolment and Compliance Management Application Deployment and Configuration Profiles PowerShell Scripting Microsoft Defender for Endpoint SCCM / Microsoft Configuration Manager At KAYGEN, people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and employee-driven culture where every individual is valued, empowered, and encouraged to bring their authentic self to work. Our candidate-first approach means we are committed to understanding your career goals and connecting you with opportunities that align with your aspirations, skills, and potential. Whether you're taking the next step in your career or searching for your dream opportunity, KAYGEN is more than a staffing partner-we're a community dedicated to helping you grow, succeed, and thrive. Join us and discover a place where your talent is recognized, your ambitions are supported, and your future is built alongside a team that invests in your success every step of the way. Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity. For more information, please visit us at . Benefits: Free Healthcare Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Free Life Insurance Sick Time Off Achieve your Kaizen by clicking here. A unique and exclusive talent community supported by KAYGEN, that includes programs like: Mentorship Program Certifications Referrals Family and Wellness benefits Continuous Growth and Career Development

Job Description Job Description About Us AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future. The Security Control Assessor Representative (SCA-R) provides cybersecurity assessment, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) support for Department of Defense (DoD) information systems. The SCA-R works with Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), Program Management Offices (PMOs), system owners, technical teams, and Government cybersecurity stakeholders to assess security controls, identify cybersecurity risks, validate system compliance, and support authorization decisions throughout the system lifecycle. The SCA-R performs independent technical and risk-based assessments using Government-approved processes, databases, and cybersecurity tools and develops complete, accurate, and defensible authorization documentation for Government and Authorizing Official (AO) review. Responsibilities Include: Use Government-assigned tools and databases to perform weekly updates, maintain system records, track assigned actions, and complete cybersecurity assessment and authorization activities. Coordinate with ISSMs, PMOs, system owners, and technical stakeholders to understand system architectures, security requirements, authorization boundaries, configurations, and system changes. Conduct risk analysis, security control assessment, and authorization activities across applicable RMF steps using approved RE5 tools and processes. Verify system authorization boundaries and validate system security categorizations in accordance with FIPS 199 and applicable DoD requirements. Identify applicable data classifications and conduct system-level cybersecurity risk assessments. Assess threats, vulnerabilities, control deficiencies, and residual risks and compile findings into complete and accurate authorization packages. Evaluate proposed and implemented system changes, determine their potential security and authorization impacts, and provide appropriate status and risk information to the Authorizing Official (AO). Evaluate authorization and change requests, including web-filtering requests, firewall exceptions, ports and protocols, cybersecurity risks, STIG/SRG compliance, and on-site security requirements. Review and validate compliance with applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guides (SRGs), security controls, and cybersecurity requirements. Review, validate, and track Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and associated cybersecurity deficiencies through resolution. Lead and support on-site assessment visits, including planning, technical assessments, stakeholder coordination, entrance/exit briefings, documentation, findings development, and reporting. Maintain access to and proficiency with required Government cybersecurity databases, vulnerability assessment platforms, endpoint security solutions, scanning tools, and RMF management systems. Attend required Government meetings, technical exchanges, and training to remain current with policies, procedures, tools, and RMF process changes. Complete required assessor, vulnerability scanning, endpoint security, and RMF process training. Support assigned systems throughout their lifecycle in accordance with FISMA, DoD RMF, and applicable cybersecurity requirements. Prepare and submit weekly activity reports documenting completed and ongoing activities, tracking identifiers, assessment status, significant findings, risks, issues, and key updates. Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience: Education: Bachelor's degree required. A bachelor's in information technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field is preferred. Overall Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a cybersecurity or network security position. A&A Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience performing Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and/or Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities. Security Clearance: Must have a minimum of a current DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. A current DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility strongly preferred. Certification: Current DoD 8570 IAM Level III certification. Skills: Demonstrated experience serving as a Security Control Assessor Representative (SCA-R) and performing cybersecurity risk analysis and security control validation. Advanced understanding and practical application of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), including NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, and CNSSI 1253. Demonstrated experience applying and evaluating Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guides (SRGs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), cybersecurity security controls, and industry/DoD cybersecurity best practices. Demonstrated hands-on experience with relevant cybersecurity and RMF tools, including one or more of the following: eMASS, STIG Viewer, Nessus, ACAS, SCAP, and HBSS/Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS). Advanced understanding of multiple cybersecurity technology areas and domains, including network technologies and security, mobility, Windows, UNIX/Linux, cloud environments, cloud-native tools and services, HBSS/Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS), databases, and applications. Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate with Government customers, ISSMs, PMOs, technical teams, system owners, and cybersecurity leadership. Ability to analyze complex technical and cybersecurity information and clearly communicate security risks, vulnerabilities, assessment findings, residual risk, and recommended corrective actions through written documentation and technical briefings. Location and Schedule: This role may be based at one of the following customer locations, with onsite requirements varying by location: Chambersburg, PA: Fully onsite, 5 days per week. Arlington, VA or Fort Meade, MD: Hybrid schedule, 4 days onsite per week with 1 telework day. Travel Requirements: Must be willing and able to support occasional domestic (CONUS) and international (OCONUS) travel, approximately 10% of the time. The projected salary range for this position is $100,000+ annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including years of relevant experience, active security clearance level, certifications, technical skillset, contract requirements, and overall qualifications. At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally. 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it. Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact. 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting. Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents. Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs. Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters. Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving. Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right. Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create. At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

Job Description Job Description About Us AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future. The Security Control Assessor Representative (SCA-R) provides cybersecurity assessment, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) support for Department of Defense (DoD) information systems. The SCA-R works with Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), Program Management Offices (PMOs), system owners, technical teams, and Government cybersecurity stakeholders to assess security controls, identify cybersecurity risks, validate system compliance, and support authorization decisions throughout the system lifecycle. The SCA-R performs independent technical and risk-based assessments using Government-approved processes, databases, and cybersecurity tools and develops complete, accurate, and defensible authorization documentation for Government and Authorizing Official (AO) review. Responsibilities Include: Use Government-assigned tools and databases to perform weekly updates, maintain system records, track assigned actions, and complete cybersecurity assessment and authorization activities. Coordinate with ISSMs, PMOs, system owners, and technical stakeholders to understand system architectures, security requirements, authorization boundaries, configurations, and system changes. Conduct risk analysis, security control assessment, and authorization activities across applicable RMF steps using approved RE5 tools and processes. Verify system authorization boundaries and validate system security categorizations in accordance with FIPS 199 and applicable DoD requirements. Identify applicable data classifications and conduct system-level cybersecurity risk assessments. Assess threats, vulnerabilities, control deficiencies, and residual risks and compile findings into complete and accurate authorization packages. Evaluate proposed and implemented system changes, determine their potential security and authorization impacts, and provide appropriate status and risk information to the Authorizing Official (AO). Evaluate authorization and change requests, including web-filtering requests, firewall exceptions, ports and protocols, cybersecurity risks, STIG/SRG compliance, and on-site security requirements. Review and validate compliance with applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guides (SRGs), security controls, and cybersecurity requirements. Review, validate, and track Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and associated cybersecurity deficiencies through resolution. Lead and support on-site assessment visits, including planning, technical assessments, stakeholder coordination, entrance/exit briefings, documentation, findings development, and reporting. Maintain access to and proficiency with required Government cybersecurity databases, vulnerability assessment platforms, endpoint security solutions, scanning tools, and RMF management systems. Attend required Government meetings, technical exchanges, and training to remain current with policies, procedures, tools, and RMF process changes. Complete required assessor, vulnerability scanning, endpoint security, and RMF process training. Support assigned systems throughout their lifecycle in accordance with FISMA, DoD RMF, and applicable cybersecurity requirements. Prepare and submit weekly activity reports documenting completed and ongoing activities, tracking identifiers, assessment status, significant findings, risks, issues, and key updates. Independently assess security control deficiencies and residual risks, evaluate alternative corrective actions, and recommend risk-based remediation priorities. Advise the Authorizing Official and Government cybersecurity stakeholders on the security risks and operational implications of system changes, exception requests, and authorization decisions. Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience: Education: Bachelor's degree required. A bachelor's in information technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field is preferred. Overall Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a cybersecurity or network security position. A&A Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience performing Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and/or Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities. Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility. Certification: Current DoD 8570 IAM Level III certification. Skills: Demonstrated experience serving as a Security Control Assessor Representative (SCA-R) and performing cybersecurity risk analysis and security control validation. Advanced understanding and practical application of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), including NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, and CNSSI 1253. Demonstrated experience applying and evaluating Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guides (SRGs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), cybersecurity security controls, and industry/DoD cybersecurity best practices. Demonstrated hands-on experience with relevant cybersecurity and RMF tools, including one or more of the following: eMASS, STIG Viewer, Nessus, ACAS, SCAP, and HBSS/Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS). Advanced understanding of multiple cybersecurity technology areas and domains, including network technologies and security, mobility, Windows, UNIX/Linux, cloud environments, cloud-native tools and services, HBSS/Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS), databases, and applications. Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate with Government customers, ISSMs, PMOs, technical teams, system owners, and cybersecurity leadership. Ability to analyze complex technical and cybersecurity information and clearly communicate security risks, vulnerabilities, assessment findings, residual risk, and recommended corrective actions through written documentation and technical briefings. Location and Schedule: This role may be based at one of the following customer locations, with onsite requirements varying by location: Chambersburg, PA: Fully onsite, 5 days per week. Arlington, VA or Fort Meade, MD: Hybrid schedule, 4 days onsite per week with 1 telework day. Travel Requirements: Must be willing and able to support occasional domestic (CONUS) and international (OCONUS) travel, approximately 10% of the time. Work Environment and Physical Demand: Must be able to sit at a desk throughout the day and be able to visit customers within their office on a daily basis. The projected salary range for this position is $100,000+ annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including years of relevant experience, active security clearance level, certifications, technical skillset, contract requirements, and overall qualifications. At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally. 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it. Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact. 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting. Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents. Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs. Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters. Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving. Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right. Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create. At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

Job Description Job Description About Us AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future. The Security Control Assessor Representative (SCA-R) provides cybersecurity assessment, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) support for Department of Defense (DoD) information systems. The SCA-R works with Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), Program Management Offices (PMOs), system owners, technical teams, and Government cybersecurity stakeholders to assess security controls, identify cybersecurity risks, validate system compliance, and support authorization decisions throughout the system lifecycle. The SCA-R performs independent technical and risk-based assessments using Government-approved processes, databases, and cybersecurity tools and develops complete, accurate, and defensible authorization documentation for Government and Authorizing Official (AO) review. Responsibilities Include: Use Government-assigned tools and databases to perform weekly updates, maintain system records, track assigned actions, and complete cybersecurity assessment and authorization activities. Coordinate with ISSMs, PMOs, system owners, and technical stakeholders to understand system architectures, security requirements, authorization boundaries, configurations, and system changes. Conduct risk analysis, security control assessment, and authorization activities across applicable RMF steps using approved RE5 tools and processes. Verify system authorization boundaries and validate system security categorizations in accordance with FIPS 199 and applicable DoD requirements. Identify applicable data classifications and conduct system-level cybersecurity risk assessments. Assess threats, vulnerabilities, control deficiencies, and residual risks and compile findings into complete and accurate authorization packages. Evaluate proposed and implemented system changes, determine their potential security and authorization impacts, and provide appropriate status and risk information to the Authorizing Official (AO). Evaluate authorization and change requests, including web-filtering requests, firewall exceptions, ports and protocols, cybersecurity risks, STIG/SRG compliance, and on-site security requirements. Review and validate compliance with applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guides (SRGs), security controls, and cybersecurity requirements. Review, validate, and track Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) and associated cybersecurity deficiencies through resolution. Lead and support on-site assessment visits, including planning, technical assessments, stakeholder coordination, entrance/exit briefings, documentation, findings development, and reporting. Maintain access to and proficiency with required Government cybersecurity databases, vulnerability assessment platforms, endpoint security solutions, scanning tools, and RMF management systems. Attend required Government meetings, technical exchanges, and training to remain current with policies, procedures, tools, and RMF process changes. Complete required assessor, vulnerability scanning, endpoint security, and RMF process training. Support assigned systems throughout their lifecycle in accordance with FISMA, DoD RMF, and applicable cybersecurity requirements. Prepare and submit weekly activity reports documenting completed and ongoing activities, tracking identifiers, assessment status, significant findings, risks, issues, and key updates. Independently assess security control deficiencies and residual risks, evaluate alternative corrective actions, and recommend risk-based remediation priorities. Advise the Authorizing Official and Government cybersecurity stakeholders on the security risks and operational implications of system changes, exception requests, and authorization decisions. Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience: Education: Bachelor's degree required. A bachelor's in information technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field is preferred. Overall Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a cybersecurity or network security position. A&A Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience performing Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and/or Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities. Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility. Certification: Current DoD 8570 IAM Level III certification. Skills: Demonstrated experience serving as a Security Control Assessor Representative (SCA-R) and performing cybersecurity risk analysis and security control validation. Advanced understanding and practical application of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), including NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, and CNSSI 1253. Demonstrated experience applying and evaluating Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), Security Requirements Guides (SRGs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), cybersecurity security controls, and industry/DoD cybersecurity best practices. Demonstrated hands-on experience with relevant cybersecurity and RMF tools, including one or more of the following: eMASS, STIG Viewer, Nessus, ACAS, SCAP, and HBSS/Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS). Advanced understanding of multiple cybersecurity technology areas and domains, including network technologies and security, mobility, Windows, UNIX/Linux, cloud environments, cloud-native tools and services, HBSS/Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS), databases, and applications. Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate with Government customers, ISSMs, PMOs, technical teams, system owners, and cybersecurity leadership. Ability to analyze complex technical and cybersecurity information and clearly communicate security risks, vulnerabilities, assessment findings, residual risk, and recommended corrective actions through written documentation and technical briefings. Location and Schedule: This role may be based at one of the following customer locations, with onsite requirements varying by location: Chambersburg, PA: Fully onsite, 5 days per week. Arlington, VA or Fort Meade, MD: Hybrid schedule, 4 days onsite per week with 1 telework day. Travel Requirements: Must be willing and able to support occasional domestic (CONUS) and international (OCONUS) travel, approximately 10% of the time. Work Environment and Physical Demand: Must be able to sit at a desk throughout the day and be able to visit customers within their office on a daily basis. The projected salary range for this position is $100,000+ annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including years of relevant experience, active security clearance level, certifications, technical skillset, contract requirements, and overall qualifications. At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally. 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it. Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact. 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting. Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents. Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs. Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters. Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving. Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right. Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create. At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

Job Description Job Description Purpose Information technology is foundational to how Citadel Aviation operates at every site, from the systems that move work across the hangar floor and the shops to the platforms that support administrative staff. Secure, reliable network and identity infrastructure enable Citadel to operate without interruption, protect its work and its people, and meet its obligations to customers and partners. This role owns the design, operation, and security of Citadel's network and identity infrastructure across every Citadel site: reliable connectivity, a hardened identity platform, and a security posture that scales with the business. The role serves as Citadel's internal technical counterpart to the company's security SOC and managed detection and response (MDR) provider, partners with IT leadership and peers across IT and the business, owns assigned IT projects, and is accountable for the reliability of the network and the strength of the security posture across every site. Environment The technology stack includes Palo Alto next-generation firewalls, Cisco switching, Meraki wireless, Microsoft 365 with Entra ID for identity, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Intune for endpoint security and management, Tenable for vulnerability management, and KnowBe4 for security awareness. Security operations are delivered in partnership with an external SOC and MDR provider. Essential Job Functions Own the design, operation, and security of Citadel's network infrastructure across all sites. Maintain firewalls, switching, wireless, ISP connectivity, and backup connectivity. Design and implement upgrades to support growth, lead network design and turn-up for new Citadel facilities, and maintain secure connectivity between sites, between sites and the cloud, and for remote users. Own the design, operation, and security of Citadel's voice and unified communications infrastructure, including the company's calling system, VOIP infrastructure, and integration with Microsoft 365 communications. Maintain consistent network and security service quality across all Citadel sites. Travel between sites is heavier during the initial standardization phase across existing sites and during turn-up of new sites, and lighter once the environment reaches steady state. Perform in line with established KPIs and service-level targets, including network availability, security patch SLA, mean time to remediate vulnerabilities, mean time to respond to security incidents, and related measures. Track and report performance regularly to IT leadership. Serve as the internal technical counterpart to the company's security SOC and MDR provider, who operate detection, monitoring, and response. Partner closely on detection tuning, alert triage, investigation, and remediation. Own endpoint security policy across the Microsoft 365 platform, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint configuration, conditional access, identity hardening, and Intune security baselines. Partner with the IT manager and the support team on day-to-day operation and enforcement. Own technical email security controls, including anti-phishing, anti-malware, secure transport, and tenant security configuration. Partner with the IT manager on user-facing reporting and response workflows. Run Citadel's vulnerability management process in partnership with the MDR provider. Operate scanning tooling, prioritize findings, and drive remediation across the IT organization. Own identity and access management hardening, including multi-factor authentication, conditional access policy, privileged access controls, and account lifecycle hygiene. Set program direction and content for Citadel's cybersecurity awareness program, including training plans, phishing simulation strategy, and ongoing user education topics. Partner with the IT manager, who runs the user-facing activities and reporting. Conduct third-party security review of new vendors, software platforms, and integrations before they enter the environment. Assess data handling, integration security, and ongoing risk; track approval and remediation. Coordinate Citadel's response to external security assessments, including penetration testing, cyber insurance reviews, customer security questionnaires, and regulatory inquiries. Scope engagements, work with vendors, maintain evidence, and track remediation. Deliver assigned IT projects within networking and security, and contribute to broader IT initiatives. Coordinate with IT leadership and peers, and engage external specialists and contractors as needed. Partner with IT leadership and peers in infrastructure, support, and software development on initiatives originating in those service lines. Contribute network and security expertise to keep delivery on track. Own vendor relationships within the network and security portfolio, including ISPs, network hardware, security tooling, and specialized contractors. Take on broader IT vendor relationships as assigned. Own the network and security operating budget, with broader budget scope as assigned. Track expenses, project upcoming needs, and provide input on annual IT budget planning. Own the on-call rotation for network and security incidents. Drive diagnosis, coordinate internal and external resources, and engage directly in resolution. Own incident communication for network and security events. Notify IT leadership and impacted business stakeholders, provide regular status updates throughout an incident, and deliver post-incident summaries with root cause and follow-up actions. Conduct periodic internal security audits across user access, identity hygiene, configuration baselines, vulnerability posture, and policy adherence. Remediate findings in partnership with the IT manager. Maintain and enforce IT network and security policies, procedures, runbooks, technical documentation, and asset inventory. Contribute to the creation and modification of policies as needed. Identify and propose improvements in network design, security posture, monitoring coverage, and tool consolidation. Deliver approved initiatives. Non-Essential Functions Running cables and installing hardware. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications or Experience Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent professional experience considered in lieu of degree. 5+ years of progressive experience in enterprise network engineering and information security. Hands-on experience with endpoint security platforms, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and modern identity and access management (Microsoft Entra ID, conditional access, multi-factor authentication). Experience operating in partnership with a managed detection and response (MDR) provider or security operations center (SOC). Experience with vulnerability management, including scanning tooling (Tenable Nessus or comparable), prioritization, and driving remediation across an organization. Experience operating in an environment with regular external security assessments (penetration testing, cyber insurance reviews, customer security audits) and remediating findings under deadline. Experience supporting multi-site operations or production environments where uptime, security, and consistency of service are operational requirements. Experience delivering IT projects from scope through completion, including scheduling, vendor coordination, and budget tracking. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical business stakeholders and to senior leadership. Demonstrated experience adhering to and enforcing security best practices across network, endpoint, and identity domains. Preferred Qualifications or Experience Experience in aviation, aerospace, manufacturing, MRO, or other regulated operational environments. Hands-on experience with endpoint security platforms, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and modern identity and access management (Microsoft Entra ID, conditional access, multi-factor authentication). Active IT industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or Network+, Cisco CCNA / CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSA / PCNSE, Microsoft Security or Identity certifications, CISSP, GIAC, or comparable. Experience designing and bringing up network infrastructure at new sites or facilities. Experience with SD-WAN, zero-trust architecture, network segmentation, or related modern network design patterns. Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, CIS) and audit or compliance work. Experience with security awareness platforms (KnowBe4 or comparable). Experience administering identity and access controls in a hybrid or cloud-first environment. Experience with VOIP or unified communications infrastructure. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no direct reports. Coordinates day-to-day with external network and security contractors, managed-service providers, and the company's SOC and MDR partner. Provides technical guidance and security expertise to IT team peers and to business stakeholders as needed. Knowledge, Skills, and Other Attributes Deep technical expertise across enterprise networking (firewalls, switching, wireless, routing) and information security (endpoint, identity, vulnerability management, security monitoring). . click apply for full job details