System and Security Operations Manager

Job Description We are assisting a non-profit organization focused on research in recruiting a full-time System and Security Operations Manager. The position offers remote work, with the requirement to be present in the Chicago office 3-4 times. The company prefers candidates in the Central or Eastern time zones. The organization plays a crucial role in supporting universities, research institutions, and scientists in managing and securely sharing their research data. Their commitment is to enable researchers to concentrate on their work while ensuring the security and seamless sharing of their findings with other institutions.

This role encompasses three key areas. The first involves central operations, focusing on VPN, on and offboarding, accounting for about 10-20% of your time. The second, and the largest segment, is in DevOps, where you'll contribute to tasks such as supporting monitoring, IAM, and managing cloud accounts. The third aspect involves collaborating with the security manager to ensure the implementation of security DevOps practices. The ideal candidate is expected to have sufficient security experience, particularly in dealing with HIPAA compliance, although direct responsibility for compliance writing is not required. Familiarity with SOC and other regulatory policies would be beneficial, as the role involves working within a compliance-oriented environment. Overall, it's a DevOps team with a significant focus on security, leading to a natural overlap with compliance aspects. Required Skills & Experience

• Proven track record in constructing and maintaining high-performance and dependable services deployed on cloud infrastructure, preferably AWS.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the design and implementation of infrastructure-as-code technologies (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible).
• Experience in automation and continuous integration/delivery systems (GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
• Familiarity and utilization of container technology and orchestration tools (ECS, Kubernetes, Docker).
• Mastery in constructing infrastructure that adheres to policy frameworks (such as NIST 800-*, SOC 2, FISMA), and operating services that necessitate compliance with security regulations (preference for HIPAA, GDPR).
• Primarily an architect/principal role
• Minimal handholding expected.
• Robust understanding of infrastructure systems, concepts, and proficiency in performance tuning skills

Desired Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of experience
• Must have at least an Associates degree from an accredited university
• Consistent employment history with a focus on tenure explanation

What You Will Be Doing Daily Responsibilities

• 70% Hands On
• 30% Team Collaboration

The Offer

• Bonus OR Commission eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) {including match- if applicable}

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.