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Security Administrator

Cincinnati, OH

**Type:** Permanent

**Category:** Security

**Industry:** Other

**Reference ID:** JN -012026-104884

**Date Posted:** 01/04/2026

**Shortcut:** http://careers.eliassen.com/g5TAvP

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Description:

We are looking to hire an experienced Security Administrator for our client who is a leading Plumbing, Sewer and Water Damage Company headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

_This is a full-time, permanent opportunity, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Qualified applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis._ _Salary Range is $90,000 to $120,000_

Responsibilities:

• Candidate should be able to handle first point escalation for all security technical and process issues

• Oversee the execution and completion of assigned tasks

• Troubleshooting reported problems

• Create and modify firewall rule sets, policies, and security device configurations

• Monitor and report on the availability of the various security layers

• Perform trend analysis, identify top security incidents, and work with respective teams to minimize future risks

• Document and improve existing processes

• Design, set up, and configure security architecture including hardware and software solutions based on the needs of the organization

• Plan and schedule changes coordinating with different stakeholders based on business needs

• Facilitate and support business-to-business connectivity of mission critical interfaces and systems

• Monitor security logs for alerts to troubleshoot and remediate as necessary

• Support security training and awareness programs throughout the organization

• Monitor, support, and report on vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, as well as compliance related solutions

• Design, set up, and configure various access solutions from remote access VPNs to site-to-site VPNs using diversified security platforms

• Perform root cause analysis on security events as needed

Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with a focus on Cyber Security or related Computer Science

• 2-5 years of hands-on experience and expertise in firewall solution delivery practices which include upgrade, research, design, build, deploy, administration, and support.

• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly, business-friendly, and technical language.

• Proven hands-on experience with firewall technologies and comprehensive knowledge of networking communications and network security

• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• The ability to conduct research into a wide range of security issues is required.

• Highly self-motivated and directed with a strong attention to detail.

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

• Experience managing Check Point firewalls

Technologies

• Checkpoint firewall administration

o Certification highly preferred

• Cisco network and security administration

o Certification preferred

• Azure experience with Network Security Groups and Application Security Groups

• KnowBe4 Security Awareness

• SD-WAN knowledge

_Recruitment Transparency Notice_

_Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (_** **[email protected]_** **_, 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process._

_Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range._

_W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality._

_Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact_ [email protected]_ _._

_About Eliassen Group:_

_Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate._

_Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status._

_Don’t miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!_