Senior Network & Cybersecurity Specialist

Vital Tech Solutions is seeking a Senior Network & Cybersecurity Specialist to secure and improve enterprise network infrastructure in a collaborative IT environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, maintain, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure and architecture
• Configure and manage firewalls, routers, switches, VPNs, wireless networks, and network security devices
• Maintain and troubleshoot LAN/WAN environments, network connectivity, and supporting infrastructure
• Administer and support Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP
• Manage virtualization and enterprise storage/server infrastructure, including VMware, SAN, and NAS environments
• Evaluate current infrastructure and recommend improvements for performance, reliability, and scalability
• Support telecommunications infrastructure, including VoIP systems and related network services
• Develop, implement, and maintain network security policies, procedures, and safeguards
• Monitor for vulnerabilities, suspicious activity, unauthorized access, and potential security threats
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, security audits, and risk analyses
• Implement and maintain endpoint protection, antivirus, and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions
• Investigate security incidents, coordinate incident response, and assist with forensic investigations
• Maintain compliance with applicable security frameworks and regulatory requirements, including CJIS, CIS, and other industry standards
• Identify security gaps and develop remediation strategies to reduce organizational risk
• Monitor emerging cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities and assess potential impact to the environment
• Manage and maintain Microsoft 365, Exchange, Azure, Intune, and related enterprise technologies
• Oversee backup systems, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity procedures
• Develop, document, and regularly test recovery processes to support business continuity
• Support enterprise applications, databases, and web services and associated infrastructure
• Coordinate with vendors and technical partners to resolve complex infrastructure and security issues
• Maintain system configurations, documentation, and technical procedures
• Provide technical recommendations and guidance for infrastructure improvements, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies
• Stay current on industry developments, security vulnerabilities, vendor updates, and evolving technology standards
• Evaluate new technologies and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, infrastructure performance, and security
• Assess how emerging technologies and security changes affect existing systems and recommend solutions
• Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to evaluate, plan, and implement technology improvements
• Collaborate with IT leadership and team members on infrastructure planning and technology initiatives
• Provide technical guidance and training to colleagues and end users
• Assist with complex technical escalations and Level 2 support as needed
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network, server, hardware, software, and connectivity issues
• Assist with hardware and software installations, upgrades, and maintenance
• Support broader organizational technology needs in collaboration with other IT team members
• Provide after-hours support and participate in occasional on-call responsibilities
• Travel to other organizational facilities when necessary
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Assurance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related discipline; equivalent professional experience will be considered
• Approximately 10 years of progressively responsible experience in network engineering, infrastructure administration, and related IT disciplines
• At least 3 years of hands-on cybersecurity experience
• Strong understanding of network architecture and TCP/IP, including LAN/WAN, Ethernet, DHCP, DNS, and QoS
• Experience configuring, implementing, and maintaining enterprise firewalls (FortiGate experience preferred)
• Experience with antivirus, endpoint protection, and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) security solutions
• Working knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Exchange, Azure, DNS, and Windows Server
• Experience with VMware virtualization and enterprise server environments
• Familiarity with endpoint management tools, including Intune and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (SCCM)
• Experience with network monitoring, vulnerability management, and security assessment tools
• Knowledge of data protection, disaster recovery, and business continuity practices
• Experience supporting routers, switches, VPNs, wireless networks, SAN/NAS, VoIP, and related infrastructure
• Experience supporting enterprise backup solutions such as Veeam, Backup Exec, or comparable platforms
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects, prioritize competing demands, and exercise sound independent judgment
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Technologies

• FortiGate, Firewall, VPNs
• Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP
• Microsoft 365, Exchange, Azure, Intune
• VMware, SAN, NAS
• VoIP
• Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Antivirus, Endpoint protection
• Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (SCCM)
• Veeam, Backup Exec
• CJIS, CIS
• TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, Ethernet, QoS

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within government, public-sector, or other regulated IT environments
• Familiarity with CJIS security requirements and related compliance standards
• Experience with FortiGate firewall administration
• Experience developing and implementing cybersecurity policies and procedures
• Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, security audits, and incident investigations
• Experience providing technical guidance, evaluating emerging technologies, and recommending infrastructure improvements
• Experience coordinating technical projects with external vendors and service providers

Pay

• USD 90,000 - 120,000 per year

Work Location

• Detroit, MI (onsite)
• In person