As a Senior System Engineer, you will design, implement, and maintain our organization's Microsoft infrastructure, focusing on end user facing technologies (workplace) with an emphasis on ensuring its security and compliance. You will collaborate with multi-functional teams to ensure a reliable, secure, and scalable environment that meets the needs of our business. Your main focus will be to lead and maintain the security related platforms from vendors such as Microsoft, Ivanti, and Trellix.
- Someone with a solid understanding of technology related to and supporting Microsoft technologies with a focus on securing end points.
- Continuously recommend and implement process and workflow improvements.
- Someone that is detail oriented and organized to optimally communicate results.
- Someone that can implement by demonstrating solid focus and determination to overcome obstacles and get results.
- Monitor and troubleshoot system performance, availability, and security issues, and provide root cause analysis and resolution.
- Manage and update system documentation, policies, and procedures, and ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- Perform system audits, assessments, and tests, and report on security vulnerabilities and risks.
- Research and evaluate new technologies and solutions and provide recommendations and roadmaps for system improvement and optimization.
- Provide technical expertise and support for Microsoft-related issues, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem resolution.
- Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts or other automation tools to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
- Participate in on-call rotations and provide timely resolution of critical incidents or service disruptions related to Microsoft technologies.
- Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, identify areas for improvement and developing and implementing plans to motivate change.
- Actively participate in Workplace SAFe Agile Release Train.
- Take ownership of technical escalations with balancing a security mentality with customer experience.
- Work with vendors and other technical staff and perform other duties as assigned.
- At least 5 years of experience as a Systems Engineer, Systems Administrator, or similar role, with a heavy focus on Microsoft products and security solutions.
- Proficient in PowerShell scripting and automation techniques to streamline administrative tasks and improve operational efficiency.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications (MCSE, MCSA) are highly desirable.
- Strong expertise in Ivanti Environment Manager, Ivanti Application Control, Trellix Drive Encryption and Trellix DLP. Experience with computers with Cisco Secure Client a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of Windows 11 and other Microsoft operating systems, as well as Active Directory, Group Policy, and related technologies.
- Solid understanding of modern management concepts, such as Cloud Management Gateway, Co-Management, AutoPilot and Comp Portal.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work within defined timelines.
- 2 Days a week at our Holmdel, NJ Location
$99,190.00 - $162,955.00
The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.
At Guardian, you'll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.
As part of Guardian's Purpose - to inspire well-being - we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.
- Choice of [high deductible/copay] medical plans* with prescription drugs, including coverage for fertility and transgender inclusive benefits
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- Health care accounts - flexible spending, health reimbursement, and health savings accounts
- Critical illness insurance
- Company-paid Life and Disability insurance plus voluntary supplemental coverage
- Accident insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match, plus an annual age/service-based Company contribution and an annual profit-sharing contribution, if applicable
- Complimentary 1:1 financial guidance with a licensed Fidelity representative
- Flexible work arrangements (part in-person/part remote)
- Unlimited paid time off for most roles plus time off for volunteering, jury duty, voting, and bereavement
- Personal holidays for colleagues to use in recognition of religious, cultural, or civic days
- Paid parental leave and paid family and medical leave policies
- Emotional well-being, mental health, and work/life resources powered by Spring Health
- Wellness programs, including fitness program and equipment reimbursement
- Child, adult, and elder back-up care support through Bright Horizons
- Adoption assistance
- College planning
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan assistance
- Commuter benefits in select metropolitan areas
Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].
What We Do
Who we are
Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With over 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence.
Today, we stand behind 29 million consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future for themselves and their families. We help business owners care for their employees. And we help people recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss.
As a modern mutual insurance company, we believe in driving value beyond dividends. We invest in our colleagues and are building a progressive, innovative and inclusive culture. We uplift individuals and communities through thoughtful social and environmental programs.
What we stand for
In 1860, a community of immigrants joined together to insure and protect their businesses and families. They were guided by powerful ideals that we’ve continued to stand behind and evolved throughout the years: we do the right thing, we believe people count, we courageously shape the future together, and we go above and beyond for the people we serve.
Guardian employees embrace and live by these values every day. They remind us to put people at the heart of all we do so that we can help protect what matters most to you. Want to help bring these values to life? Join us for a rewarding career and the opportunity to shape the future.
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Financial information concerning Guardian as of December 31, 2022, on a statutory basis: Admitted assets = $76.0 billion; liabilities = $67.2 billion (including $55.0 billion of reserves); and surplus = $8.8 billion. Dividends are not guaranteed. They are declared annually by Guardian’s Board of Directors.
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