<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> is actively partnering with an Austin-based client to identify a <strong>Security Analyst</strong> <strong>(contract).</strong> In this role, you will serve as the key technical resource for multiple security technologies, including Firewalls, VPN, endpoint security, and MS365 security. The analyst partners with technology and business teams to identify risks, implement security best practices, and support compliance with regulatory standards. <strong>This role is onsite in Austin, TX daily. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Identify, prioritize, and work with owners to eliminate vulnerabilities across the organization.</li><li>Advise on and test controls required by current threat environment.</li><li>Perform proactive hunting for threats that may have escaped alerting systems.</li><li>Supporting SOC teams in enhancing detection capabilities for Corporate Security tools.</li><li>Prepare detailed security review reports and remediation guidance. </li><li>Assist in preparing and maintaining security documentation, such as policies, procedures, and compliance evidence.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a skilled Cyber Security Engineer to join our team in San Antonio, Texas. This Contract to permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to safeguard sensitive healthcare data while implementing robust security protocols. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining security standards, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and driving the continuous improvement of our cyber security program.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement security solutions to protect sensitive healthcare data and maintain compliance with relevant regulations and standards.<br>• Conduct audits, assessments, and remediation activities to ensure adherence to cybersecurity policies and procedures.<br>• Analyze and address IT security threats, evaluate risks, and articulate their operational impact as part of a collaborative team.<br>• Coordinate with technical teams to identify and resolve security vulnerabilities in operational systems.<br>• Lead disaster recovery planning and testing while aligning business continuity strategies with compliance and risk management objectives.<br>• Review and evaluate third-party security controls, conducting vendor security assessments for services involving data handling.<br>• Enhance cyber security measures by providing recommendations on best practices and program improvements.<br>• Oversee identity access management processes and perform quarterly audits to maintain security standards.<br>• Foster awareness and compliance with security policies across the organization.
We are looking for a skilled Cloud Security Engineer to join our team in San Antonio, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing robust security solutions within cloud environments. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, mitigate vulnerabilities, and enhance overall system security using industry best practices.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement secure cloud architecture designs that adhere to industry standards and organizational requirements.<br>• Configure and manage tools for security monitoring, compliance tracking, and availability within cloud environments.<br>• Evaluate and respond to vulnerabilities, applying virtual patching as necessary to maintain system integrity.<br>• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security measures across the CI/CD pipeline and DevOps processes.<br>• Deploy and manage security controls for serverless architectures, ensuring effective protection against threats.<br>• Perform assessments to detect threats, benchmark compliance, and analyze logs for cloud-hosted applications.<br>• Configure web application firewalls, content delivery networks, and intrusion monitoring systems to safeguard against cyberattacks.<br>• Utilize encryption techniques and manage encryption keys, including hardware security modules, to secure sensitive data.<br>• Implement and maintain container security measures, including orchestration tools and production workloads.<br>• Provide guidance on secure software development practices and ensure adherence to the software development life cycle.
We are looking for a skilled Desktop Support Analyst to join our team in New Braunfels, Texas. In this long-term contract role, you will provide advanced technical support, troubleshoot system issues, and ensure the seamless operation of end-user devices and applications. This role is ideal for a proactive individual with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to delivering excellent user support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Diagnose and resolve Tier II hardware, software, and networking issues to maintain system reliability.<br>• Provide advanced support for escalated technical challenges from Tier I technicians.<br>• Install, configure, and troubleshoot user systems, including PCs, laptops, and multifunction printers.<br>• Address malware, spyware, and virus issues by remediating affected systems.<br>• Troubleshoot basic network connectivity problems to ensure uninterrupted access.<br>• Assist with user onboarding and offboarding, including hardware setup and equipment returns.<br>• Collaborate with external vendors and consultants to resolve complex IT issues.<br>• Conduct user training on best practices for technology usage and cybersecurity protocols.<br>• Travel to remote locations to deliver on-site support as needed.<br>• Participate in on-call rotations to address critical issues or meet project deadlines.
<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> is actively partnering with an Austin-based client to identify a <strong>Sr IT Communications Specialist (contract).</strong> This role is crucial in developing, managing, and delivering clear and engaging communication strategies that align with our organization's IT initiatives. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring complex IT concepts are translated into accessible and impactful messages. <strong>This role is hybrid in Austin, Tx. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead internal and external communication strategies for MTS/IT initiatives.</li><li>Develop and deliver clear messaging across newsletters, emails, intranet, and reports.</li><li>Manage and enhance intranet platforms, integrating new tools and features.</li><li>Create and maintain user-friendly content (FAQs, guides, release notes).</li><li>Oversee communication channels and ensure content quality and consistency.</li><li>Partner with stakeholders to align communication strategies with business needs.</li><li>Track engagement metrics and provide insights to improve communication effectiveness.</li><li>Support training and rollout communications for new technologies and system upgrades.</li><li>Draft timely and transparent communications during IT incidents or outages.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> is actively partnering with an Austin-based client to identify an<strong> Information Security Engineer (contract).</strong> In this role, you will research and discover the latest threats on product, cloud infrastructure, workloads, containers and develop methods, queries, and dashboards to detect and visualize events of interest. You will develop incident response playbooks to allow quick resolution of identified security events. You'll work across many teams including infrastructure, engineering, product, compliance, and across multiple streams. <strong>This role is onsite in Austin, Tx. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Detect and analyze security threats, prioritize alerts, and drive resolution, initiate incident response when necessary.</li><li>Lead incident response activities: scope, contain, and eradicate threats; perform root-cause analysis, forensics, reverse engineering, and postmortems.</li><li>Develop and refine security processes, plans, and procedures; collaborate with Legal, Communications, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Conduct security preparedness activities, including compromise assessments, tabletop exercises, and staff training.</li><li>Deploy and manage security tools (SIEM, EDR, NDR, SOAR, Threat Intelligence platforms) to collect and correlate telemetry.</li><li>Design and implement security controls across cloud, network, and application layers; integrate security automation into CI/CD pipelines.</li><li>Drive secure development practices through SDLC, automated guardrails, vulnerability management, secrets management, and patching.</li><li>Promote an AI-first approach for security automation and threat detection.</li><li>Educate engineering teams on defensive coding and support compliance efforts (HIPAA, HITRUST, SOC2).</li><li>Partner with Privacy and Compliance to document and monitor security practices.</li><li>Collaborate with senior leaders to assess short- and long-term security needs.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a skilled Systems Engineer to join our team in San Antonio, Texas. In this role, you will manage and optimize on-premises and cloud systems while ensuring seamless functionality across all infrastructure components. You will also play a key role in maintaining security protocols, troubleshooting technical issues, and supporting IT initiatives to align with organizational goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and administer infrastructure systems, including physical and virtual machines, cloud environments, and associated architecture.<br>• Implement and oversee database systems, ensuring their security, integrity, and accessibility.<br>• Administer Office 365 applications such as Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams.<br>• Lead efforts to maintain system backups and disaster recovery protocols, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.<br>• Monitor and enhance system security, including managing Active Directory, Entra ID, and hybrid identity solutions.<br>• Design and implement security controls, including role-based access management, privileged access, and Microsoft Defender configurations.<br>• Collaborate with IT teams to complete systems-related projects and initiatives efficiently.<br>• Provide technical support to end users, resolving hardware, software, and cloud service issues.<br>• Guide and mentor less experienced IT staff, promoting a collaborative and knowledgeable environment.<br>• Manage IT hardware and software procurement and inventory to ensure operational needs are met.
We are looking for a skilled Network Engineer to join our team in San Antonio, Texas. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network solutions for diverse environments, including data centers, educational institutions, and enterprise settings. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Cisco technologies, routing protocols, and network security, and will be committed to delivering high-quality technical solutions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Diagnose and resolve complex network issues to ensure optimal performance and reliability.<br>• Implement and manage Cisco routing, switching, wireless, and security hardware across various platforms.<br>• Design and maintain scalable network solutions for environments such as data centers, educational institutions, and enterprises.<br>• Configure and troubleshoot advanced IP routing protocols, including OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP.<br>• Deploy and manage firewall systems, including Cisco ASA and Firepower, ensuring robust network security.<br>• Utilize Cisco Meraki and other network management tools to monitor and enhance network operations.<br>• Apply Quality of Service (QoS) principles at Layer 2 and Layer 3 to optimize data traffic.<br>• Integrate advanced solutions such as Cisco ISE and Prime to enhance network functionality.<br>• Lead complex migration projects to transition legacy network systems to modern standards.<br>• Document technical processes and network configurations using precise tools such as Visio.
We are looking for a skilled Network Administrator to join our team in San Antonio, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the integrity and functionality of enterprise network environments while ensuring their performance meets organizational needs. If you have a passion for implementing effective network solutions and resolving complex issues, we want to hear from you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide Tier 2 support to address and resolve network-related issues in a timely manner.<br>• Maintain and enhance the security and reliability of network systems to ensure consistent information availability.<br>• Implement comprehensive network solutions tailored to meet specific business requirements.<br>• Integrate and manage complex network designs as part of organizational initiatives.<br>• Monitor network performance and proactively identify areas for improvement.<br>• Configure and manage Cisco routers, firewalls, and other essential network devices.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support and optimize wireless and LAN environments.<br>• Utilize load balancing technologies to optimize network traffic and performance.<br>• Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend improvements to existing network systems.<br>• Document network configurations and procedures to ensure clear communication and compliance.
<p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>End-User Support & IT Operations:</p><p>● Deliver level 2/3 technical support for Windows, Mac, and Linux systems, both in-person and remotely.</p><p>● Manage endpoint protection, patching, software deployment, and asset lifecycle across the organization.</p><p>● Lead the procurement and inventory management of hardware/software assets.</p><p>● Enforce IT policies related to data security, access control, and compliance standards.</p><p>Infrastructure & Network Administration</p><p>● Ensure high availability and performance of wired and wireless networks across all U.S. sites.</p><p>● Manage and monitor firewalls, routers, switches, VPNs, and failover systems.</p><p>● Support modernization of infrastructure through cloud adoption, automation, and improved scalability.</p><p>Cloud Services & System Administration:</p><p>● Administer Google Workspace and/or Microsoft 365 for identity, collaboration, email, and data storage.</p><p>● Implement and manage IAM/IDP tools such as Azure AD, Okta, JumpCloud, and Google Identity.</p><p>● Own backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity operations using platforms like Spanning or equivalent.</p><p>Enterprise Applications & SaaS Integration:</p><p>● Manage administrative access, integrations, and provisioning for SaaS platforms (Jira, Zendesk,</p><p>NetSuite, Salesforce, Wrike, Zuper, RingCentral, etc.).</p><p>● Configure and enforce RBAC, SAML/SSO, 2FA, and conditional access policies.</p><p>● Provide backend support for communication and productivity tools (Zoom, Adobe Admin Console, RingCentral).</p><p>Automation & Documentation:</p><p>● Create and maintain automation scripts (PowerShell, Bash) for provisioning, reporting, and support tasks.</p><p>● Support and optimize RMM tools to improve IT service efficiency and responsiveness.</p><p>● Maintain comprehensive documentation including SOPs, KBs, system diagrams, and change logs in line with ITSM principles.</p><p>POSITION QUALIFICATIONS</p><p>Required:</p><p>● 5–8 years of hands-on IT support experience, including direct desktop and user support.</p><p>● 3–5 years of experience managing network infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls, WiFi).</p><p>● Strong system administration experience with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft 365.</p><p>● Proficiency in endpoint protection, MDM solutions (Intune, JAMF, Google MDM), and asset tracking.</p><p>● Experience with IAM/IDP platforms and SSO configurations.</p><p>● Solid scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash) and a strong automation mindset.</p>
