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Senior IT Engineer

A-LIGN External
Location
United States – Remote
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Information Technology
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or equivalent work experience
  • 4+ years of professional experience in an IT engineering, systems administration, or infrastructure role, supporting a global user base
  • 2+ years of experience leading IT or security projects, including planning, stakeholder management, and delivery of concurrent workstreams
  • Demonstrated experience delivering security-focused projects in a Microsoft 365 E5 environment
  • Hands-on administration experience with M365, Entra ID, Intune/Endpoint Manager, Defender, Purview/Compliance, and Sentinel
  • Experience integrating business systems and identity sources, such as Workday to Entra ID including provisioning and lifecycle automation
Nice to have
  • Experience with Zendesk or a comparable ticketing system, and with Copilot or other AI tooling
  • Project management (PMP, CAPM) preferred but not required
  • Microsoft security (SC-200, SC-300, AZ-500, MD-102) or CompTIA Security+ preferred but not required
  • Experience operating in PE-backed or high-growth environments preferred
What the job really is

The Senior IT Engineer at A-LIGN will lead complex IT and security projects, focusing on enhancing the security posture and reliability of systems for a global workforce. Responsibilities include designing and implementing security measures within the Microsoft 365 E5 environment, automating IT processes, and collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with security standards. This role requires hands-on technical expertise and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits
  • Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
  • EAP - Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
  • Competitive Bonus Structure
Things to weigh
  • The role involves a significant focus on Microsoft 365 security, which may limit exposure to other technologies.
  • No salary information is provided in the posting.
  • The position requires strong automation skills, which may be a steep learning curve for those without experience in scripting or automation tools.
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Career value4/5
Role clarity5/5
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