<p>We are looking for an experienced IT Security Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Schaumburg, Illinois. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in safeguarding the organization's systems by managing cybersecurity measures and ensuring compliance with security protocols. If you have a strong background in vulnerability management, penetration testing, and security monitoring, along with excellent communication skills, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Oversee cybersecurity systems, including vulnerability management, password security, and monitoring to ensure protection against threats.</p><p>• Conduct regular security incident investigations and report metrics to leadership.</p><p>• Develop and implement automation scripts to enhance security monitoring and response.</p><p>• Coordinate and lead penetration testing initiatives, validating results and ensuring remediation.</p><p>• Plan and execute comprehensive cybersecurity training programs for staff.</p><p>• Manage incident response processes, ensuring alignment with established security frameworks.</p><p>• Administer security systems and tools, including SIEM and firewall technologies.</p><p>• Provide Help Desk support for end users, addressing technical issues and security concerns.</p><p>• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats and trends to proactively mitigate risks.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr Email Security Engineer with expertise in Proofpoint solutions to join our team in Chicago, IL. In this long-term contract role, you will play a pivotal part in safeguarding our organization against advanced email-based threats, ensuring seamless mail flow, and enhancing overall email security protocols. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead projects, implement cutting-edge tools, and contribute to a robust cybersecurity framework.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze and resolve complex technical issues related to email flow, routing, encryption, and quarantines to ensure secure communication.</p><p>• Monitor and respond to alerts, logs, and dashboards within Proofpoint systems to mitigate phishing, malware, and impersonation threats.</p><p>• Deploy and maintain Proofpoint Essentials, integrating its features with organizational systems and conducting security awareness training.</p><p>• Oversee and execute Proofpoint-related projects, including upgrades, feature rollouts, and system enhancements.</p><p>• Develop and provide training sessions and documentation for IT teams and end users to maximize the effectiveness of Proofpoint security tools.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align email security measures with broader enterprise cybersecurity strategies.</p><p>• Conduct regular assessments of Proofpoint configurations to ensure optimal performance and compliance with security standards.</p><p>• Stay updated on emerging email security threats and recommend proactive measures to address vulnerabilities.</p>
<p><em>The salary for this position is up to $140,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Develop the annual IT audit plan, including the annual risk assessment, in collaboration with Internal Audit leadership</li><li>Assess, manage and optimize information technology risk across a wide range of areas, including cybersecurity, IT strategy and governance, IT regulatory and compliance requirements, and business continuity</li><li>Manage a portfolio of assigned audits and related activities, including staffing, scheduling, and coordination with the client to ensure the timely completion of the plan.</li><li>Oversee IT audits, including cybersecurity, cloud, system access controls, system implementation life cycle, and data governance</li><li>Develop audit programs and testing procedures in accordance with widely accepted IT auditing and cybersecurity standards (e.g., COBIT, NIST, CIS, CSA)</li><li>Manage and monitor the progress of the audit engagement, prioritize the workload of the audit team, and identify and escalate to the Director of Internal Audit any necessary changes to the audit as the engagement progresses</li><li>Draft complete audit reports with minimal oversight that clearly and concisely describe issues identified during the audit engagement</li><li>Ensure audit engagement quality, including adherence to Global IIA Standards and Internal Audit Department policies and standards</li><li>Deliver reviews and projects on time, within agreed budget, and in accordance with IIA Standards</li><li>Drive cross-functional assurance and compliance initiatives (such as risk assessments, monitoring approach, etc.) with other functions</li><li>Manage audits with a collaborative tone ensuring a constructive environment is maintained between the audit team and the audit client</li><li>Establish and communicate recommendations to mitigate current and emerging internal and external risks, ensuring appropriate escalation and reporting of issues impacting operations to address strategic, business and compliance objectives</li><li>Build successful relationships with client management to provide value-added consultation to influence and strengthen operational efficiencies and effectiveness, promote appropriate risk management awareness and mitigation, and provide opportunities for cost savings, and standardization and globalization of processes</li><li>Coach and manage junior staff effectively on assigned audits and projects</li><li>Contribute to the positive and team-oriented culture by maintaining cooperative relationships (assisting other project teams when necessary), facilitating the resolution of conflicts, sharing information, and accepting and providing feedback</li><li>Manage special projects as requested by management</li><li>Leverage data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness and provide insights into operational risks and efficiency opportunities</li><li>Assist the Director of Internal Audit in developing key risk indicators (KRIs) to monitor financial, operational, and IT risks.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a dynamic individual with a hunter mentality and an entrepreneurial spirit to accelerate growth in the US market on behalf of our client, an IT solutions consultancy. This role emphasizes outreach, networking, and consultative selling, leveraging expertise in IT solutions to drive new business and expand relationships with existing customers.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Drive new business by identifying, prospecting, and securing new enterprise accounts in the US market.</li><li>Build strong, trust-based relationships with decision-makers, including CIOs, CTOs, and IT leaders.</li><li>Manage the full sales cycle: prospecting, qualification, solution positioning, proposal, negotiation, and closing.</li><li>Ensure smooth handoff and ongoing relationship management for accounts you bring in.</li><li>Collaborate with solution engineering, delivery, and global teams to design tailored IT solutions.</li><li>Meet and exceed sales targets by opening new logos and expanding existing accounts.</li><li>Provide market insights to senior leadership to influence strategy and product enhancements.</li><li>Generate creative marketing ideas including conferences, networking events, and other sales development outreach.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $200k plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this Director of Internal IT Audit - hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p> </p><p>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a <strong>Director of Internal IT Audit</strong>. Perks include including above market pay-rates, top-tier health benefits, plenty of work from home flexibility, and other unique perks that their top competitors can’t to provide.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Develop audit standards and approach, partnering with key stakeholders on content and strategy</li><li>Manage audits with a collaborative tone and ensuring a constructive environment is maintained between the audit team and auditee</li><li>Oversee IT audits, including cybersecurity, cloud, system access controls, software development life cycle, and data governance</li><li>Establish and communicate recommendations to mitigate current and emerging internal and external risks, ensuring appropriate escalation and reporting of issues impacting operations to address strategic, business and compliance objectives.</li><li>Leverage data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness and provide insights into operational risks and efficiency opportunities</li><li>Develop key risk indicators (KRIs) to monitor financial, operational, and IT risks.</li><li>Prepare periodic reports for management, stakeholders, and Audit Committee on significant issues related to internal control processes and provide information concerning such issues through resolution</li><li>Manage Audit Committee and Senior Management reporting and metrics</li><li>Recruit, coach and develop internal audit staff</li><li>Monitor continuous improvement of audit methodology and practices through adherence to documented procedures and Standards promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors, to ensure consistency of work and quality</li><li>Drive cross-functional assurance and compliance initiatives (such as risk assessments, monitoring approach, etc) with other functions</li><li>Provide SOX support and consultations on an as needed basis</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><br></p>
Robert Half is seeking a highly skilled IT Operations Lead Engineer for an exciting 6-month engagement, with potential for extension, in Naperville, IL. This role requires deep expertise in Microsoft technologies and a strong background in IT operations. The IT Operations Lead Engineer will serve as a subject matter expert, ensuring secure, compliant, and optimized IT environments while supporting critical infrastructure implementations and configurations. <br> Key Responsibilities: Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for Microsoft technologies, including Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), Azure cloud infrastructure, Intune, and Conditional Access. Implement, troubleshoot, and support Conditional Access policies and identity governance strategies. Provide technical expertise to ensure secure configurations aligned with NIST cybersecurity standards. Deliver hands-on support in networking, endpoint management, and cloud infrastructure integration. Document and assist in remediation efforts emerging from NIST assessments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless IT operations and compliance. Analyze, monitor, and optimize Microsoft 365 and Azure environments for performance, security, and operational efficiency. Manage Intune policy configurations across endpoints, ensuring consistent enforcement. Contribute to incident response and change control activities.
Robert Half is seeking a skilled and adaptable Desktop Support Analyst for a contract position based in Chicago. In this role, you will provide exceptional IT support, ensuring end-users have seamless access to the technology and tools they need. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, can handle ambiguity, and possesses the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues independently. Experience in Investment/Asset Management or Real Estate organizations is strongly preferred. <br> Key Responsibilities: Manage incoming IT service requests via phone, email, chat, and ticketing systems. Address user inquiries regarding computer software and hardware. Troubleshoot and resolve complex incidents, including: Connectivity issues (e.g., Wi-Fi, LAN, cellular data, VPN, MDM, Citrix, VoIP, video conferencing). General productivity applications (e.g., Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Adobe Acrobat). Hardware problems (e.g., laptops, tablets, and mobile devices on Android/iOS). Identify and address potential issues proactively to minimize high-impact incidents. Investigate and resolve issues through research, collaboration, and diagnostics. Partner with internal teams and vendor technical support to resolve escalated issues. Utilize training resources and standardized procedures to educate users on best practices for software and hardware usage. Document all activities, incidents, and resolutions thoroughly in a ticketing system. Set up, configure, and maintain technology for employee use (hardware and software). Assist in the prevention, detection, and response to cybersecurity incidents per defined plans. Provide general Service Desk support duties as required and participate in an on-call rotation for occasional after-hours support.
<p>We are looking for a skilled IT Security Engineer with specialized experience in Zscaler solutions to join our team in Chicago, IL. This long-term contract position focuses on securing and optimizing cloud-based security platforms, ensuring seamless operation and compliance. The role requires a proactive individual who can collaborate across teams to implement and maintain cutting-edge security measures.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Configure, manage, and maintain Zscaler Internet Access and Zscaler Private Access platforms.</p><p>• Develop and enforce advanced security policies, including proxy configurations, content filtering, and inspection protocols.</p><p>• Monitor security dashboards, analyze logs, and address performance or connectivity issues.</p><p>• Troubleshoot authentication and integration challenges with identity providers like Active Directory and Azure AD.</p><p>• Design and implement Zero Trust policies that align with organizational and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with network, cloud, and endpoint security teams to integrate Zscaler services seamlessly.</p><p>• Optimize Zscaler deployments for enhanced scalability, performance, and threat mitigation.</p><p>• Serve as the primary expert for Zscaler-related projects, migrations, and escalated issues.</p><p>• Conduct regular audits and generate reports to evaluate security posture and compliance.</p><p>• Provide training and support to end-users, ensuring efficient use of Zscaler tools for remote access.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Security Network Engineer to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This is a long-term contract position within the transport industry, offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the security and efficiency of complex networks. If you have a passion for solving challenging network issues and expertise in Cisco architecture and security protocols, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, implement, and maintain secure network solutions using Cisco architecture and related technologies.<br>• Diagnose and resolve advanced network issues, ensuring minimal downtime in high-pressure situations.<br>• Configure and manage firewalls, routers, and other network devices, including Cisco ASA and Checkpoint.<br>• Utilize automation tools such as Python, Ansible, or Terraform to streamline network operations.<br>• Optimize routing protocols like BGP and OSPF to enhance data center networking performance.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network security aligns with organizational goals.<br>• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.<br>• Provide documentation and training to support the ongoing maintenance of network systems.<br>• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to implement innovative solutions.
We are looking for a skilled Systems Security Administrator to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this long-term contract role, you will play a pivotal part in designing and managing secure systems, ensuring seamless operations and effective collaboration across multiple tools and platforms. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects and contribute to the modernization of identity and access management systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and implement a new Microsoft 365 environment, encompassing Entra ID, Intune, and associated services.<br>• Lead the migration of Active Directory to Entra ID, enabling streamlined identity and access management.<br>• Develop and manage automated workflows for user lifecycle processes, including onboarding and offboarding, in partnership with HR and security teams.<br>• Administer and oversee Microsoft 365 services such as Teams, SharePoint, Exchange, and Copilot integrations.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve escalated service desk tickets related to Microsoft 365 systems.<br>• Coordinate and execute the transition from Slack to Teams.<br>• Collaborate with teams across Security, Infrastructure, and Data Science to align goals and drive innovation.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Security Engineer to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Niles, IL. In this role, you will collaborate closely with business stakeholders and IT teams to ensure robust security measures across various platforms and systems. As part of a regulated industry, you will actively contribute to compliance efforts and play a key role in maintaining secure configurations and device images.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with architecture teams to represent security interests and ensure systems are designed with robust security measures.</p><p>• Manage day-to-day security configurations for Azure and Microsoft 365 platforms.</p><p>• Investigate security incidents, identify root causes, and implement solutions to prevent future breaches.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to security policies and procedures across teams and projects.</p><p>• Provide technical expertise for compliance-driven configuration management and device imaging.</p><p>• Work hands-on with tools such as ProofPoint, Sentinel One Identity, Azure, and M365.</p><p>• Monitor and assess security risks, recommending proactive measures to mitigate vulnerabilities.</p><p>• Support training initiatives to promote awareness of security protocols and best practices.</p><p>• Drive continuous improvement in security processes through collaboration and innovation.</p><p>• Partner with IT teams to maintain alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Systems Administrator to oversee and manage enterprise-level Windows servers and Azure cloud environments. This long-term contract position is based in Chicago, IL, and offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a hybrid IT infrastructure by ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in system maintenance, cloud services, and network configurations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the administration and maintenance of Windows Server environments, including tasks such as Active Directory management, Group Policy configuration, and system updates.</p><p>• Manage and optimize Azure infrastructure components, including virtual machines, storage accounts, and networking configurations.</p><p>• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Domain Name System (DNS) services across hybrid environments.</p><p>• Monitor system health and performance, taking proactive measures to resolve issues and minimize downtime.</p><p>• Implement robust security practices, including identity management, access control, and patching protocols.</p><p>• Develop and execute automation scripts using PowerShell and Azure tools to streamline operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as network and security groups, to ensure seamless system integration and compliance.</p><p>• Maintain and test backup systems, disaster recovery protocols, and business continuity plans for both on-premises and cloud environments.</p><p>• Participate in the planning and execution of system upgrades, migrations, and cloud adoption initiatives.</p><p>• Provide advanced technical support for escalated issues and maintain detailed documentation of system configurations and procedures.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Network Administrator to join our team in Park Ridge, Illinois. In this role, you will take ownership of designing, maintaining, and optimizing our network infrastructure to ensure seamless operations across the organization. You will collaborate with leadership and IT colleagues to implement robust solutions and support critical business initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, configure, and manage network systems, with an emphasis on Fortinet firewalls and associated security devices.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, including routing challenges that affect multiple locations.<br>• Implement upgrades and new configurations to enhance network performance, security, and reliability.<br>• Coordinate network setups for new facilities and expansions, which may include physical installations and equipment configuration.<br>• Administer domain services to ensure consistent connectivity across enterprise systems.<br>• Act as a key escalation point for resolving advanced technical problems beyond help desk capabilities.<br>• Work closely with leadership and IT team members to align infrastructure strategies with organizational goals.<br>• Travel occasionally to remote sites for network installations or troubleshooting, as part of preplanned projects.
We are looking for an ERP Administrator to oversee and optimize enterprise resource planning processes for our manufacturing operations in Riverside, Michigan. This role requires a strong technical background and the ability to align ERP systems with business objectives to enhance efficiency and productivity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and configure ERP systems to meet business needs and improve operational workflows.<br>• Develop and maintain client-side scripting solutions to enhance system functionality.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements for system improvements.<br>• Oversee configuration management processes to ensure system integrity and accuracy.<br>• Create and implement APIs to integrate with third-party systems and enhance system interoperability.<br>• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Great Plains Dynamics and related ERP modules.<br>• Conduct system audits and recommend enhancements to improve performance and user experience.<br>• Train and support team members on ERP system functionality and best practices.<br>• Monitor system performance and resolve issues to maintain seamless operations.
