5 results for It Security Specialist in Boston, MA

Systems Security Administrator

Cranston, RI
onsite
Temporary
50 - 65 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Systems Security Administrator to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This position is based in Cranston, Rhode Island, hybrid once a week or less depending on location commuting from, and offers the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing protection and enhancement of our organization's security framework. You will play a pivotal role in managing and securing hybrid systems, collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to ensure compliance and resilience within a regulated healthcare environment. Responsibilities:• Configure and manage endpoint security for Windows, macOS, and mobile devices, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.• Oversee patch management and address vulnerabilities across endpoints, servers, and cloud infrastructure.• Administer identity and access controls, including conditional access policies and privileged access management.• Maintain and refine firewall rules and secure remote access in collaboration with network and infrastructure teams.• Coordinate with third-party security vendors to enhance monitoring coverage and close security gaps.• Harden servers and cloud workloads using industry-aligned baselines, while documenting configuration standards.• Implement and optimize data governance and information protection controls using Microsoft Purview.• Ensure the security of public web applications and APIs by managing configurations, edge controls, and access patterns.• Contribute to incident response planning, ransomware recovery strategies, and disaster recovery exercises.• Develop and update security policies, runbooks, and audit documentation to support compliance efforts.
2026-03-18T00:00:00Z

Security Network Engineer

Manchester, NH
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 98000 USD / Yearly
Security Engineer – Manchester, NHWe’re seeking a Security Engineer to join an established team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, strengthening security posture, and working across infrastructure and networking environments.Past experience as a Systems Engineer or Network Engineer is preferred. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Implement and maintain security controls across network and virtualized environments</li><li>Monitor, troubleshoot, and respond to security events</li><li>Collaborate with IT teams to harden systems, enforce policies, and support compliance initiatives</li></ul>Required Skills:<ul><li>Strong networking experience (firewalls, routing, switching, VLANs)</li><li>Hands-on VMware experience (ESXi, vCenter, virtualization security best practices)</li><li>Understanding of security frameworks and common threat vectors</li></ul>Nice to Have:<ul><li>Experience with SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, or endpoint protection platforms</li><li>Security certifications (Security+, CEH, CISSP, etc.)</li></ul>If you're looking for an opportunity to make a direct impact and work with modern infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.
2026-03-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Systems & Network Engineer (Security Focus)

Boston, MA
onsite
Permanent
120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
Senior Systems & Network Engineer (with Security Focus) 📍 Location: Hybrid in Boston, MA💼 Full-Time | Senior Individual Contributor About the RoleWe’re seeking a Senior Systems & Network Engineer who brings a strong security mindset to traditional infrastructure engineering. This is not a pure security role—it’s ideal for someone who has spent most of their career working in systems, servers, networking, firewalls, and infrastructure, and has also been involved in security troubleshooting, incident response, or remediation.If you’re a true jack‑of‑all‑trades who understands how environments are built, how networks actually function, and how security issues impact real infrastructure, this is the role for you.You’ll help strengthen our security posture by applying practical knowledge of how systems and networks behave, where vulnerabilities hide, and how to detect and fix issues efficiently. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Manage and support core infrastructure including servers, networks, virtualization, cloud services, and firewalls.</li><li>Investigate and remediate security issues by leveraging your understanding of how systems and networks operate.</li><li>Assist with vulnerability management, patching, endpoint hardening, and incident response efforts.</li><li>Monitor and improve environment performance, availability, and overall health.</li><li>Support upgrades, migrations, and implementations across systems and network components.</li><li>Collaborate with security teams, IT leadership, and business stakeholders to ensure infrastructure stability and security.</li><li>Document environments, create runbooks, and contribute to best practices.</li></ul>
2026-03-10T00:00:00Z

Systems Engineer

Boston, MA
remote
Temporary
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Systems Engineer to join our team in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, you will focus on managing and optimizing messaging and collaboration platforms, ensuring robust security measures, and providing technical expertise to support organizational goals. This is a long-term contract position within the banking industry, offering an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge solutions. Responsibilities: • Oversee the integration of Office 365 tenants to streamline collaboration and communication systems. • Manage migrations and updates related to hybrid Exchange infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations. • Perform administrative tasks for Microsoft Exchange and Cisco IronPort systems to optimize functionality. • Design, monitor, and enhance the performance of messaging and collaboration platforms. • Implement and refine security measures within Office 365 and Azure environments, including Conditional Access Policies and Data Loss Prevention strategies. • Coordinate with monitoring teams to achieve efficient oversight of messaging systems. • Collaborate with server, Azure, and help desk teams to resolve issues linked to Office 365 applications. • Develop and maintain documentation for system upgrades, integrations, and best practices. • Conduct capacity planning and performance tuning to ensure system reliability and scalability.
2026-03-13T00:00:00Z

IT Support Analyst

Boston, MA
onsite
Permanent
60000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced IT Support Analyst to join our financial services client in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is focused on delivering white-glove technical support to end users while ensuring smooth and uninterrupted technology operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in resolving technical issues, providing hands-on and remote assistance, and maintaining a high standard of professionalism and customer service. This role is fully onsite in Boston. Responsibilities:• Respond promptly to technical support requests, delivering attentive and high-quality service to minimize disruptions.• Troubleshoot, resolve, and document software, hardware, and mobile device issues for end users.• Set up, configure, and upgrade systems and software to maintain secure and efficient operations.• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including account setup, hardware provisioning, and deactivation.• Coordinate office equipment installations, workstation setups, and hardware relocations with thorough testing and organization.• Provide support for conference room technology, ensuring smooth functionality for meetings and presentations.• Administer Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID accounts, including security group management and permissions.• Develop user guides and documentation to enhance consistency and optimize IT support processes.• Collaborate with infrastructure teams to enhance desktop and mobile computing environments.• Maintain inventory of IT equipment and coordinate secure disposal of outdated hardware and e-waste.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z