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Creative IT Support Technician

Proactive Technology Management
Ferndale, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026
Proactive Technology Management is looking for an experienced, creative, and detail-oriented IT Support Technician in the Detroit Metro area to join our team. This role demands strong communication, writing, and technical skills, along with a consultative mindset and the ability to guide clients through complex and sensitive security challenges. Success in this position requires sharp attention to detail, critical thinking, and a calm, personable demeanor. If you're passionate about helping businesses stay secure and compliant while keeping things practical and human, we want to hear from you.

Location:

We are looking for someone to work full time in the Detroit Metro area. This is a hybrid position that will include both remote and onsite work.

Proactive Technology Is Different:

  • Monthly check-ins and annual path planning
  • Defined path for career development and personal growth
  • Fun, team-based approach
  • Constantly learning new tech
  • We are Nuts about IT

Key Responsibilities:

Microsoft 365 Security & Breach Remediation

  • Secure and configure Microsoft 365 environments to align with regulatory and security best practices
  • Identify and remediate threats within Microsoft 365, including DLP, sensitivity labels, and threat detection tools
  • Support clients through security incidents with technical guidance and calm, clear communication

Policy Writing

  • Draft security policies tailored to each client's environment, regulatory needs, and vendor relationships using ControlMap as a guide
  • Write clearly, professionally, and accurately with no use of generative AI; this is a high-integrity writing role
  • Communicate the purpose and impact of policies in practical terms clients can understand

Security & Risk Assessments

  • Lead vendor and cyber insurance assessments, from simple questionnaires to complex, evidence-based reviews
  • Analyze penetration test results and develop actionable remediation plans
  • Coordinate with internal teams to address vulnerabilities and compliance gaps

Compliance Support

  • Demonstrate working knowledge of SOC2, ISO, and similar frameworks
  • Guide and support clients through audit preparation and remediation

Requirements

This is a fast-paced and dynamic position requiring a strong grasp of security fundamentals. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented security professional who can write clear, customized policies, guide clients through complex assessments, and handle sensitive situations with confidence. This role requires strong communication, technical know-how, and the ability to work independently.

Must Have:

  • 5 years of IT Support experience
  • 5 years of Security experience
  • Extensive experience configuring and remediating Microsoft 365 environments for security and compliance
  • Extensive experience leading vendor risk, cyber insurance, and compliance assessments with minimal oversight
  • Experience with vulnerability management
  • Experience with MDR/EDR detection and response
  • Above and beyond customer service
  • Creative mindset

Good To Have:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • IT-related certifications
  • MSP Experience
  • Experience working directly with auditors or certification bodies
  • Background in client-facing roles during security incidents or remediation projects

Responsibilities:

  • Monday - Friday schedule
  • One Saturday per month for the first 18 months
  • Some travel may be required

Benefits

  • Full Medical Benefits
  • 10 Days Paid Vacation
  • Full Time
  • Dental & vision insurance
  • 401(k) matching

Salary : $75,000

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