We are looking for an IT Security Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Deerfield, Illinois on a Long-term Contract assignment. This role will help strengthen day-to-day cyber defense operations by supporting threat monitoring, incident handling, user security education, and risk reduction across endpoints and identities. The position works closely with internal technology teams and external security partners to improve visibility, response effectiveness, and overall protection of the environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate with a managed detection and response partner to support continuous security monitoring and timely investigation of suspicious activity.<br>• Review, assess, and escalate security events within SIEM and related security platforms, helping drive efficient triage and follow-up actions.<br>• Participate in cyber incident response efforts by assisting with investigation, containment steps, corrective actions, and post-event tracking.<br>• Refine detection logic, alert thresholds, and response workflows to improve the quality and effectiveness of security operations.<br>• Contribute to organization-wide security awareness efforts by supporting phishing exercises, educational content, and user-focused communications.<br>• Analyze vulnerability scan findings, help rank remediation priorities based on business risk, and monitor closure progress with technical teams.<br>• Support identity and access security activities in Microsoft Entra ID, including access reviews, role-based permissions, and governance practices.<br>• Assist with endpoint protection operations by monitoring tools such as Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, or SentinelOne and helping resolve endpoint-related threats.<br>• Use endpoint management technologies such as Microsoft Intune and Group Policy to apply security baselines, review configurations, and strengthen device hardening standards.
We are looking for an IT Support Technician to provide day-to-day technical support for a manufacturing facility in Gary, Indiana. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving end-user issues, maintaining reliable local technology operations, and serving as a trusted IT presence on site. The role begins fully onsite and may transition to a hybrid schedule after the first 90 days based on business needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Deliver first-line and second-line support for employees by diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and access-related issues in a timely manner.<br>• Maintain desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, and mobile devices to keep workplace technology functioning efficiently across the site.<br>• Investigate connectivity and infrastructure problems involving wired networks, wireless access, and core network services, escalating when needed.<br>• Support Microsoft 365 and Windows 10/11 environments, including user setup, account assistance, and routine system troubleshooting.<br>• Track incidents and service requests through the ticketing process while providing clear updates and dependable customer service.<br>• Keep accurate records for hardware inventory, technical procedures, and local support activity to improve continuity and accountability.<br>• Work closely with plant leadership and other internal stakeholders to help ensure dependable IT operations within an industrial setting.<br>• Take ownership of site-level technology needs and coordinate with broader IT teams on upgrades, implementations, or operational changes when required.
We are looking for a dependable PC Technician to join a production-focused team in Niles, Illinois. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, can follow detailed instructions with care, and takes pride in producing consistent, high-quality results. The position centers on assembling computer-related components, completing guided system setup, and confirming basic functionality through standardized testing. Success in this role comes from accuracy, patience, and a willingness to learn in a structured environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Gather required parts for each build, confirm materials against work orders, and prepare components for assembly.<br>• Assemble units by installing hardware pieces such as boards, brackets, speakers, and related components in the proper sequence.<br>• Connect cables and internal parts carefully, ensuring correct placement, orientation, and fastening throughout the build process.<br>• Power on completed units and perform guided system setup, registration, and basic software-driven configuration using provided tools.<br>• Run routine updates and verify that each system starts properly and performs expected core functions.<br>• Complete burn-in and quality checks to confirm the finished unit meets established operating standards.<br>• Record completion steps, obtain secondary verification when required, and maintain accurate production documentation.<br>• Package approved systems according to instructions, apply labels, and transfer finished products into inventory.