NYSUT · 17 hours ago
Endpoint Security Engineer
Latham, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expNYSUT is a statewide labor organization seeking a highly motivated and experienced Endpoint Security Engineer to join their security and operations team. The role involves designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing endpoint security solutions for a diverse environment of Windows and macOS endpoints, while also protecting the organization from cyber threats.
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Responsibilities
Administer and optimize endpoint management solutions (e.g., Microsoft Intune, Jamf Pro) for Windows and macOS devices, including device enrollment, configuration profiles, application deployment, and patch management
Package, deploy, and manage the lifecycle of various software applications across both platforms, ensuring licensing compliance and timely updates
Leverage scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python) to automate routine tasks, improve efficiency, and enhance endpoint management capabilities
Design, implement, configure, and manage endpoint security solutions (e.g., EDR, AV, DLP, Host Firewall, Vulnerability Management) for both Windows and macOS operating systems
Monitor endpoint security alerts, investigate incidents, and respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner
Develop and implement security policies, secure configurations, standards, and procedures for endpoint devices
Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on endpoints to identify and remediate security weaknesses
Ensure seamless integration of security solutions and minimize impact on NYSUT staff productivity
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all endpoint security configurations and procedures
Stay up-to-date with the latest endpoint engineering, trends, and technologies, along with endpoint security threats and technologies, and best practices in endpoint management and security to continuously improve our environment
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a comparable number of years of related subject matter experience
3+ years of experience in endpoint engineering, security engineering, with a strong focus on both Windows and macOS environments
Knowledge of Windows 10/11 and macOS operating systems, including their architecture, security features, and troubleshooting methodologies
Experience with Microsoft Intune, and Jamf for Windows and Mac device management
Technically fluent in Windows 10 OS, Office 365 Cloud; applicable Microsoft certifications beneficial
Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, and/or Python
Familiarity with identity and access management (IAM) principles and technologies (e.g., Active Directory, Azure AD)
Cybersecurity knowledge and understanding of security's importance in system configuration, data distribution and support call execution
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users
Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as in a team environment
Ability to travel and work nights and weekends as required for urgent responsive needs, special initiatives, and/or rollout
Preferred
Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator, Jamf Certified Admin, CompTIA Security+) are a plus
Union environment experience and union values preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans
Life and long-term disability plans
Retirement plans
Generous PTO plan
Work-life balance
Company
NYSUT
NYSUT is more than 600,000 people who work in, or are retired from, New York's schools, colleges, and healthcare facilities.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$5.66MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Labor
2022-07-07Grant· $5.66M
Leadership Team
Carl Korn
Chief Press Officer (Retired)
Dana Osta
Administrative Assistant to the CIO
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