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4 results for It Security Specialist in Boston, MA

Security Analyst
  • Ashland, MA
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Security Analyst</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p>A leading advanced manufacturing and engineering organization is seeking a Security Analyst to help strengthen and mature its enterprise cybersecurity program. The company supports a diverse portfolio of highly regulated and innovation-driven industries, delivering complex solutions across manufacturing, engineering, technology, and industrial operations. The organization is committed to operational excellence, security, and continuous improvement while fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented culture.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Summary</strong></p><p>The Security Analyst will play a critical role in protecting enterprise systems, data, and infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. This position is responsible for monitoring, managing, and enhancing Microsoft security technologies while leading incident detection, response, threat hunting, and vulnerability management efforts. The role offers the opportunity to have a direct impact on the organization&#39;s security posture while collaborating with technical and business teams across the enterprise.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor security alerts, logs, dashboards, and telemetry across Microsoft security platforms to identify and respond to potential threats.</li><li>Manage, configure, and optimize Microsoft Defender security controls across enterprise environments.</li><li>Administer and enhance data protection and compliance capabilities using Microsoft Purview, including Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and eDiscovery solutions.</li><li>Develop, tune, and maintain custom detection rules, analytics, and alerting mechanisms to improve threat visibility.</li><li>Serve as a primary responder for cybersecurity incidents involving malware, ransomware, endpoint compromises, and related threats.</li><li>Conduct forensic investigations, root cause analyses, and post-incident reviews to strengthen security controls and reduce future risk.</li><li>Perform proactive threat hunting activities utilizing Microsoft Defender XDR and other security monitoring tools.</li><li>Analyze threat intelligence and emerging attack trends to identify risks relevant to the organization.</li><li>Track, prioritize, and support remediation efforts for software vulnerabilities and security weaknesses.</li><li>Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to implement security best practices, hardening standards, and risk reduction initiatives.</li><li>Prepare reports and metrics related to incident response, platform effectiveness, vulnerabilities, and overall security posture.</li><li>Support cybersecurity awareness initiatives and help promote a culture of security across the organization.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Details</strong></p><ul><li>Work model: Primarily remote with occasional in-person collaboration as needed</li><li>Up to 10% domestic travel may be required</li><li>Opportunity to contribute directly to security strategy, operations, and continuous improvement initiatives</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-02T00:00:00Z
Senior Systems Engineer
  • Ashland, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to support and enhance a secure enterprise technology environment in Framingham, Massachusetts. This role focuses on maintaining reliable infrastructure across cloud and on-premises platforms while strengthening identity, endpoint, and server operations. The ideal candidate brings deep Microsoft ecosystem expertise, sound engineering judgment, and a track record of delivering well-documented technical solutions in regulated settings.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer and optimize enterprise platforms across Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune, Microsoft Defender, and Windows Server environments.<br>• Manage hybrid infrastructure operations spanning cloud services and on-premises systems to ensure stability, performance, and secure access.<br>• Support endpoint and server management for Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices, applying configuration standards, policy controls, and lifecycle best practices.<br>• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure, identity, and collaboration issues, driving timely resolution and minimizing operational disruption.<br>• Lead or contribute to technical projects that improve core infrastructure services, strengthen security controls, and modernize enterprise systems.<br>• Create and maintain clear technical documentation, including system configurations, operational procedures, and implementation records.<br>• Partner with security and IT stakeholders to uphold compliance expectations and support environments with elevated regulatory or security requirements.<br>• Assist with change management activities and planned infrastructure updates, ensuring changes are assessed, documented, and executed with minimal risk.
  • 2026-08-25T00:00:00Z
Software Engineer
  • Cambridge, MA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Software Engineer to join a Contract engagement in Cambridge, Massachusetts within the IT Software industry. This role is well suited for a senior engineer who can take ownership of a backup and recovery initiative, bringing a delayed implementation to completion with minimal oversight. The position will focus on strengthening infrastructure resilience through hands-on Acronis deployment, system configuration, and issue resolution across a virtualized server environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the completion of an enterprise backup deployment project and move the initiative through final implementation stages.<br>• Configure and administer Acronis backup solutions across approximately 150 virtual machines in a VMware-based environment.<br>• Install and validate backup agents on targeted systems to ensure reliable protection coverage.<br>• Diagnose and resolve configuration, connectivity, and performance issues affecting backup operations.<br>• Improve disaster recovery readiness by aligning backup processes with infrastructure protection goals.<br>• Work independently to plan tasks, manage technical priorities, and deliver project milestones with limited supervision.<br>• Support backup operations across Windows Server and Linux/Red Hat environments, ensuring compatibility and stability.
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Network Engineer
  • Auburn, NH
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Join a growing engineering team supporting commercial wireless and communications projects. This is a hands-on RF engineering role focused on designing, testing, and optimizing wireless networks, including 5G, LTE, and LMR systems.</p><p><br></p><p>What You&#39;ll Do</p><ul><li>Design, analyze, and troubleshoot RF and wireless systems</li><li>Perform propagation modeling, coverage analysis, and field testing</li><li>Support 5G/LTE and public safety radio network projects</li><li>Conduct RF compliance, interference, and PIM studies</li><li>Prepare technical reports and engineering deliverables</li><li>Work directly with customers and cross-functional engineering teams</li><li>Support zoning and permitting activities as a technical resource</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Why Consider This Opportunity?</p><ul><li>Work on cutting-edge 5G, LTE, and public safety communications projects</li><li>Mix of office and field work (approximately 70/30)</li><li>Exposure to a wide variety of wireless technologies and engineering challenges</li><li>Growth opportunity into project leadership and advanced RF engineering specialties</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z