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7 results for Systems Security Administrator in Chicago, IL

IT Security Specialist

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 155000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an IT Security Specialist to help protect critical systems, information assets, and digital operations in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on strengthening security practices, supporting data protection efforts, and helping the organization maintain a strong governance framework. The ideal candidate brings a practical understanding of cybersecurity controls, database protection, and privacy standards, along with the ability to work effectively across technical environments. Responsibilities: • Monitor security controls and identify risks that could affect systems, databases, and sensitive files • Develop and support safeguards that protect business information and improve overall cybersecurity posture • Review access, permissions, and data handling practices to promote compliance with privacy and governance standards • Investigate security issues, document findings, and recommend corrective actions to reduce future exposure • Partner with technical teams to strengthen database security and improve protection of critical digital assets • Maintain security documentation, procedures, and reports to support audits and ongoing risk management
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Systems Engineer

Libertyville, IL
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Temporary / Contract
50 - 60 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Systems Engineer to support and evolve a complex enterprise infrastructure environment in Libertyville, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position combines hands-on systems administration with infrastructure design, offering an opportunity to shape reliable on-premises, cloud, and hybrid platforms. The role will partner closely with IT operations leadership to strengthen core systems, improve performance, and deliver scalable architecture across servers, networks, and cloud services. Responsibilities: • Design and support enterprise infrastructure solutions spanning on-premises environments, cloud platforms, and hybrid deployments. • Build and maintain infrastructure-as-code frameworks while promoting modern, scalable approaches such as serverless computing and AWS Lambda-based solutions. • Administer physical and virtual server environments, including Windows Server platforms, VMware and Hyper-V systems, and related core infrastructure technologies. • Oversee network components and connectivity by managing routing, switching, NAT, DNS, and other critical network services across business environments. • Serve as a technical resource for IT operations by resolving complex infrastructure issues through both remote and on-site support. • Lead infrastructure initiatives from planning through implementation, ensuring technical milestones align with operational goals and project expectations. • Manage identity and access systems, including Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, IAM, and associated domain, policy, and trust configurations. • Participate in formal change processes and contribute to change review activities within an enterprise IT environment. • Support and integrate key enterprise tools and platforms such as Microsoft 365, Exchange, ServiceNow, Okta, CyberArk, and other operational technologies as needed.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Systems Engineer

Glenview, IL
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Temporary / Contract
55 - 65 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to support and enhance a complex enterprise infrastructure environment in Illinois. This long-term contract position is ideal for a hands-on specialist who can manage core Microsoft, virtualization, and cloud technologies while maintaining stability, security, and operational efficiency. The role will focus on Windows systems engineering, hybrid identity administration, platform upgrades, and infrastructure automation across on-premises and Azure environments. Responsibilities: • Administer and improve enterprise Windows Server infrastructure, ensuring reliable performance, security, and alignment with operational standards. • Lead VMware vSphere lifecycle activities, including environment assessments, version upgrades, and workload movement to alternate hypervisor platforms when required. • Manage Active Directory in complex multi-forest environments, including organizational unit structure, delegated administration, trust design, Kerberos policy configuration, and directory cleanup efforts. • Support Azure infrastructure services by handling IaaS resources, hybrid connectivity, identity integration, backup operations, and subscription-level administration. • Oversee enterprise messaging and endpoint management platforms such as Exchange and SCCM, maintaining service availability and supporting ongoing enhancements. • Provision and maintain NetApp storage resources, administer datastores, and coordinate storage integration with virtualized environments. • Develop and maintain production-quality PowerShell scripts to automate routine administration, streamline operational tasks, and improve consistency. • Execute infrastructure changes within established ITSM and change control frameworks, documenting implementation steps, risks, and validation outcomes. • Contribute to technical documentation and runbook development, including the effective use of AI-based tools to accelerate knowledge capture and operational readiness.
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Data Security Analyst

Chicago, IL
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Temporary / Contract
79.1635 - 91.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Data Security Analyst to support and strengthen email and messaging security operations for a Contract position based in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on protecting the organization from phishing, malware, impersonation, and other email-borne threats while improving the reliability and security of mail delivery. The ideal candidate brings deep experience with Proofpoint, hybrid messaging environments, and user-focused security practices, along with the ability to communicate clearly across technical and non-technical teams. Responsibilities: • Investigate and resolve complex email security and delivery issues, including routing failures, encryption challenges, quarantine events, and user-reported security concerns. • Review dashboards, system logs, and alert activity to identify and respond to phishing attempts, malware incidents, spoofing, and impersonation threats. • Administer and optimize Proofpoint Essentials and related integrations to maintain strong protection across the messaging environment. • Configure and maintain email security controls, including encryption settings, policy rules, and quarantine management processes. • Lead initiatives involving Proofpoint enhancements, platform updates, and rollout of new security capabilities. • Develop clear guidance and training materials for IT teams and end users on secure email practices and available protection tools. • Support security awareness efforts by helping manage phishing simulation activities and user education programs. • Collaborate with broader security operations by connecting email security insights with SIEM platforms and other enterprise security tools where applicable.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Information Security Director

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
165000 - 195000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Information Security Director to guide and elevate our security strategy. This leader will shape a resilient security program for a FinTech SaaS environment, partnering across the business to protect systems, data, and customer trust. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on direction across compliance, security operations, and risk reduction in modern cloud-based platforms. Responsibilities:• Lead the organization’s information security function, setting priorities, policies, and controls that strengthen the overall security posture.• Direct compliance efforts for key regulatory and customer-facing frameworks, including FedRAMP, PCI-related standards, and SOC assessments.• Oversee security operations across Linux infrastructure, Kubernetes platforms, and Java-based applications to identify and reduce risk.• Establish and refine processes for threat monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability remediation to improve readiness and resilience.• Partner with engineering and platform teams to embed security practices into application development and cloud operations.• Guide the evaluation and improvement of security tooling, including SIEM capabilities, to support visibility, detection, and response.• Advise senior leadership on security risks, priorities, and program maturity through clear reporting and actionable recommendations.
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Infrastructure & Security Engineer

Naperville, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 148000 USD / Yearly
Our client is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Security Engineer to support and secure a hybrid Microsoft environment spanning both on-premises and cloud platforms. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with deep experience across traditional server and network infrastructure, along with responsibility for enterprise security tooling, threat monitoring, and ongoing security operations. The organization is currently in a hybrid state and actively transforming to a more cloud-centric environment, so this individual will play a key role in both day-to-day operational security and longer-term modernization efforts. Based on general knowledge. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and secure core infrastructure, including servers, networks, firewalls, switches, VPNs, and related systems in a hybrid on-premises and cloud environment. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Administer, maintain, and optimize security tools such as endpoint protection, vulnerability management, SIEM, email security, identity and access management, and monitoring platforms. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Monitor infrastructure and security events, investigate alerts, respond to incidents, and support remediation efforts. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Partner with infrastructure and leadership teams to strengthen security controls across Microsoft technologies, including Active Directory, Azure, Microsoft 365, and related platforms. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Support the company’s transition from traditional on-premises infrastructure to cloud-based solutions by helping design and implement secure architectures and best practices. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Perform vulnerability assessments, patch management coordination, system hardening, and access reviews across servers, endpoints, and network devices. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Develop and maintain security documentation, standards, procedures, and incident response processes. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assist with compliance, audit readiness, and security improvement initiatives. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure reliable infrastructure performance and effective security coverage. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul>
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Process & Systems Analyst

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 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]. Job Description:<ul><li>Lead structured Kaizen cycles focused on throughput, quality and risk reduction.</li><li>Apply relevant Process Management tools (e.g. Lean/Six Sigma tools such as VSM (Value Stream Mapping), SIPOC (Supplier, Input, Process, Output, Customer), 5 Whys, Ishikawa).</li><li>Perform process mining and time‑and‑motion analysis.</li><li>Identify root causes of rework, delays, documentation errors and funding bottlenecks.</li><li>Design and develop To‑Be processes including clear role definitions, handoffs, and service-level expectations. As minimum expected is inclusion of RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed), SLAs and control points.</li><li>Analyze and document current (“as-is”) processes across all functions – e.g. origination, credit, operations, funding/treasury, and portfolio management.</li><li>Identify inefficiencies (benchmarking against other countries in the network, against the market), bottlenecks, error drivers, and compliance-related risks.</li><li>Support the creation and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs), process maps, and work instructions.</li><li>Serve as the primary process interface between functions (e.g., IT, Risk, Operations, Finance).</li><li>Align process and system requirements with Group standards while ensuring local regulatory and operational needs are met.</li><li>Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on process changes, implementation steps, and responsibilities.</li><li>Translate business requirements into structured change requests for HQ IT teams, or external local providers.</li><li>Define functional requirements, expected outcomes, dependencies, acceptance criteria, and test scenarios.</li><li>Support prioritization of change requests and maintain transparency on timelines and delivery status.</li><li>Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) with local teams and document test results.</li><li>Ensure system enhancements support process design, reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency.</li><li>Monitor performance of external systems and service quality, maintaining communication and coordination with external providers (if such).</li><li>Translate gaps into OCR (Optical Character Recognition)/RPA (Robotic Process Automation) and workflow opportunities.</li><li>Build business cases with ROI and risk impact.</li><li>Define data quality rules and reporting requirements</li><li>Monitor and supervise process implementation across teams, ensuring adoption and operational consistency.</li><li>Track and manage implementation progress, risks, open issues, and mitigation actions.</li></ul>
2026-08-18T00:00:00Z