We are looking for an Endpoint Systems Engineer to play a key role in enhancing operational efficiency and supporting endpoint systems across the organization. This position requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment. This is a long-term contract position based in Ankeny, Iowa.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, develop, and test automation processes for endpoint systems to ensure scalability and adaptability to organizational growth.<br>• Create, test, and deploy Microsoft PowerShell and batch scripts to install and update proprietary and third-party software.<br>• Implement and maintain processes to ensure software and settings are applied during endpoint replacements or initial installations.<br>• Develop redundancy strategies to ensure system reliability and minimize downtime.<br>• Collaborate in the design and implementation of operational and information support systems.<br>• Evaluate and qualify software used at store locations, including modifications to third-party vendor applications.<br>• Create scripts, programs, and tools to optimize system efficiency and automate repetitive tasks.<br>• Monitor and analyze endpoint system performance to identify and address issues proactively.
<p>Position Summary</p><p>We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Operations Analyst to support security operations across a highly regulated, enterprise-scale environment. In this role, you will monitor and analyze security events, support incident response activities, and assist with maintaining compliance with internal security policies and external industry standards.</p><p>You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, security leadership, and third‑party auditors to ensure the organization maintains strong security posture and follows best practices. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, analytical, and able to thrive in a dynamic operational environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>Monitor security events using SIEM and EDR platforms.</p><p>Assist with configuration and tuning of SIEM and EDR tools.</p><p>Participate in an on‑call rotation for after-hours security support.</p><p>Conduct internal phishing simulations and analyze reported phishing incidents.</p><p>Support threat modeling efforts by assessing business impact and analyzing vulnerabilities.</p><p>Assist with internal and external audit activities as required.</p><p>Participate in the organization’s Cybersecurity Incident Response Team, using established processes to detect, respond to, and recover from security incidents.</p><p>Stay current on Cybersecurity trends and emerging technologies to provide informed recommendations.</p><p>Perform Identity & Access Management functions, including approval of RBAC and temporary access escalations.</p><p>Create and maintain internal security awareness training, including content related to incident response, phishing, and role‑based training requirements.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Required Qualifications</p><p><br></p><p>Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of Security Operations or SOC experience</p><p>— OR 3+ years of experience as a SOC Analyst, Incident Responder, or similar role.</p><p>Understanding of core security controls (malware protection, firewalls, IDS/IPS, proxies, encryption, log management, etc.).</p><p>Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.</p><p>Excellent time management, attention to detail, and ability to adapt to changing priorities.</p><p>Ability to work in a hybrid schedule and travel occasionally within the region.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Preferred Skills</p><p><br></p><p>2+ years of hands-on experience with SIEM tools such as: QRadar, Splunk, SumoLogic, Kibana, Security Onion, ArcSight, or similar.</p><p>Experience working with EDR solutions.</p><p>Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Confluence, Jira).</p><p>Experience analyzing Threat Intelligence, identifying IOCs, and writing detection rules.</p><p>Knowledge of Palo Alto Firewalls.</p><p>Exposure to cloud environments such as AWS or GCP.</p><p>Experience with security automation platforms (e.g., XSOAR).</p><p>Scripting or programming experience (Java, Python, C, Ruby, PowerShell, Bash, etc.).</p><p>Relevant certifications (CC, SSCP, A+, Network+, Security+, GISF, GSEC, or similar).</p>
<p>Are you someone who loves solving complex technical challenges, working with modern cloud technologies, and making a real impact on system reliability and performance? We’re looking for a talented <strong>Windows & Azure Infrastructure Engineer</strong> to join our team and play a key role in building and supporting a secure, scalable, and high‑performing environment.</p><p>In this role, you’ll work across Windows servers, virtualization platforms, cloud services, and automation tools to ensure our systems are stable, optimized, and ready for growth. If you enjoy hands‑on troubleshooting, improving infrastructure through automation, and collaborating with a sharp technical team, this is an opportunity you’ll want to explore.</p><p>1<strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Provide expert‑level <strong>Windows Server support</strong>, including hands-on troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization.</li><li>Deploy, manage, and support <strong>Azure AD, AWS, and Azure cloud services</strong>, ensuring high availability and secure configurations.</li><li>Utilize <strong>Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform preferred)</strong> to streamline and automate deployments.</li><li>Apply scripting knowledge in <strong>PowerShell and Python</strong> to automate routine tasks and enhance system efficiency.</li><li>Support and maintain <strong>Active Directory Domain Services</strong>, file structures, security permissions, and group policies.</li><li>Assist in maintaining <strong>backup and disaster recovery processes</strong> to safeguard critical systems.</li><li>Install and configure software in alignment with corporate standards and security requirements.</li><li>Follow established <strong>configuration, change management, and documentation processes</strong> to ensure stability and traceability.</li><li>Demonstrate strong understanding of <strong>computer architecture and operating systems</strong> fundamentals.</li><li>Work with <strong>SAN/NAS storage technologies</strong> to support capacity, performance, and reliability needs.</li><li>Support and troubleshoot virtualization platforms, including <strong>VMware</strong>.</li><li>Participate in <strong>system testing, validation, and performance assessments</strong> as needed.</li><li>Collaborate cross‑functionally and communicate clearly with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.</li><li>Balance independent work with effective teamwork in a fast‑moving environment.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Software/Platform Engineer to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. This long-term contract position focuses on advancing technical solutions through platform modernization, risk mitigation, and security enhancements while retiring outdated systems. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise, adapt quickly to enterprise environments, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze existing applications, infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines to identify areas for improvement and modernization.<br>• Assess legacy systems for risks, limitations, and opportunities for upgrades or replacements.<br>• Plan and implement strategies for system migrations, upgrades, or retirements.<br>• Utilize modern DevOps practices and cloud-based solutions to enhance system performance and security.<br>• Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and internal teams to address dependencies and optimize workflows.<br>• Document technical decisions, processes, and provide detailed implementation support.<br>• Deliver post-implementation support, ensuring smooth knowledge transfer and system reliability.<br>• Upgrade and manage messaging platforms such as RabbitMQ, ElasticSearch/Kibana, and related technologies.<br>• Refactor codebases to remove outdated dependencies, introducing innovative tools and solutions.<br>• Implement and configure security tools like Snyk to address vulnerabilities and improve release quality.