What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Analyst position at ASC MACHINE TOOLS INC?
Position Summary
The Senior Security & Systems Engineer is responsible for protecting enterprise systems while maintaining and administering core IT infrastructure. This role combines cybersecurity operations with hands-on systems administration to ensure that corporate systems, engineering platforms, and operational infrastructure remain secure, stable, and highly available.
The position focuses on proactive defense, security monitoring, vulnerability remediation, and infrastructure management across server environments, cloud platforms, endpoints, and network systems. The engineer will work closely with IT leadership, infrastructure teams, and operational stakeholders to strengthen system security while supporting reliable day-to-day operations.
This role is designed for a technical professional capable of balancing security engineering responsibilities with enterprise systems administration.
Key Responsibilities
Cybersecurity Operations
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Operate and maintain centralized security monitoring platforms including SIEM and threat intelligence integrations.
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Investigate security alerts and conduct incident response activities including containment, remediation, and root cause analysis.
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Perform proactive threat hunting using log analysis, behavioral indicators, and adversary frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK.
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Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation across infrastructure and application systems.
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Deploy and maintain endpoint security technologies including EDR and XDR platforms.
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Perform security testing and penetration assessments using established methodologies and industry tools.
Relevant technologies may include SIEM platforms, endpoint protection tools, and penetration testing frameworks such as Kali Linux, Metasploit, and Burp Suite.
Systems & Infrastructure Administration
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Maintain enterprise Windows server environments including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and identity services.
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Administer virtualized infrastructure platforms and hybrid cloud environments.
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Manage system patching and configuration management across servers and endpoints.
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Support backup, disaster recovery, and infrastructure resiliency initiatives.
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Maintain identity and access management controls to enforce least-privilege security practices.
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Support deployment and maintenance of infrastructure automation tools.
This role includes administration of enterprise infrastructure platforms such as Windows Server, virtualization environments, and cloud platforms including Azure and AWS.
Security Analysis & Infrastructure Hardening
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Implement system hardening and secure configuration standards across infrastructure.
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Deploy and manage vulnerability scanning platforms to identify potential threats.
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Develop and maintain security monitoring capabilities across infrastructure and network systems.
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Assist in the deployment and configuration of security tools and technologies.
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Support architecture improvements that strengthen system resilience and reduce risk exposure.
Security practices may align with frameworks such as NIST, SOC2, or other recognized security standards.
IT Operations & Infrastructure Support
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Provide escalation-level support for complex infrastructure and system issues.
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Maintain monitoring systems and operational alerts to ensure system uptime and reliability.
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Support deployment and maintenance of enterprise infrastructure platforms and services.
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Maintain technical documentation related to infrastructure architecture, security controls, and operational procedures.
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Coordinate with vendors and internal teams on infrastructure and security technology initiatives.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelors Degree in related field and 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems engineering, or cybersecurity operations OR 10 years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems engineering, or cybersecurity operations
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Strong experience administering Windows server environments and enterprise infrastructure.
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Experience with security monitoring platforms and endpoint security technologies.
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Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning, incident response, and threat detection.
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Experience supporting hybrid environments including on-premise infrastructure and cloud platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working within security monitoring or SOC environments.
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Experience implementing SIEM platforms and centralized log management.
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Familiarity with cloud security architecture in Azure or AWS.
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Experience securing production or operational technology environments.
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Experience with scripting or automation for system administration or security monitoring.
Technical Skills
Cybersecurity
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Incident Response
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Threat Hunting and Threat Intelligence
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Vulnerability Identification and Remediation
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Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR/XDR)
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SIEM Monitoring and Log Analysis
Infrastructure
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Windows Server Administration
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Active Directory and Identity Management
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Virtualization Platforms
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Azure or AWS Infrastructure
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Backup and Disaster Recovery Systems
Security & Monitoring Tools
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Vulnerability scanning platforms
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Security monitoring systems
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Infrastructure monitoring tools
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Automation and scripting technologies
Salary : $36 - $41