IT Infrastructure Manager – Hybrid

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An International Chemical company is seeking an IT Infrastructure Manager responsible for establishing, managing, and maintaining company’s information technology infrastructure and monitoring 3rd party outsource IT services following company’s business strategy, polices and budget.

1.Daily Management of Systems and Infrastructure

Manage outsourced IT services to ensure the installation and configuration of, and maintain company’s network environment including internet connection and email systems by;

  • establishing technical priorities, standards, and procedures
  • ensuring sufficient systems capacity for organizational needs
  • controlling, monitoring and analyzing network, Inernet and email usage
  • studying and proposing new information systems infrastructure
  • troubleshooting
  • backing-up and saving information systems data, and storing in da secure environment
  • maintaining and updating/upgrading computers and peripherals
  • controlling and managing departmental software licenses
  • studying ad proposing new software
  • controlling user access and permission, and system setting to the network, internet, email, and in compliance with applications
  • communicating regularly with vendors in person, or by phone, or email
  • updating programs in compliance with vendors
  • acting as the intermediary between vendors and users by handling user requirements and systems bugs
  • creating and/or modifying system reports, by maintaining, monitoring and analyzing, and updating network security systems including firewall and anti-virus protections
  • studying and proposing new security systems

2.Provide User Support by;

  • supervising and monitoring 3rd party, if applicable
  • communicating regularly with users regarding systems usage and needs
  • responding to users’ questions and resolving problems or issues in a timely manner
  • assisting with data processing and downloads as necessary

3.Prepare IT plan and budget by;

  • planning and implementing IT plan and budget based on company’s strategy and policies
  • gathering information, and analyzing the internal and external business environments, including markets and customers
  • reviewing performance and achievements of previous terms
  • identifying issues and assigning tasks

 

Qualifications

  • BS degree
  • 4+yrs experience in network administration
  • MS 365 environment and knowledge of SAP highly desirable
  • Expected to work in the office in White Plains area 1-2 times a week

 

 

 

Senior Security Systems Administrator

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International Firm is seeking a Senior Security Systems Administrator;

Essential Functions:

  • Facilitates and manages the development, modification, and operation of security protocols including intrusion detection and prevention systems to protect the organizations information from breach or loss.
  • Performs risk assessments, audits, and tests to identify technical weaknesses and provides recommended solutions to remediate any weaknesses.
  • Stays abreast of security best practices, threats, and technologies, tools and techniques, and fosters group collaboration with team members by providing technical guidance, knowledge transfer, and support.
  • Systems Administration – Administer security focused information systems such as vulnerability management, privileged access management, data loss prevention, and SIEM (Security Information and Event Management).
  • Perform in-depth network security analysis and conducts preliminary incident response, event analysis and threat intelligence.
  • Create a climate and convey a sense of urgency to drive security risk remediation, often with aggressive deadlines.
  • Periodically briefs senior management on status of security systems, protocols, and administrative activities.
  • Must regularly engage and collaborate with the firm, and firm’s HQ, and other Regional HQ to support, share, and develop plans that drive the adoption of various technologies and processes that support our corporate Vision 2030 initiatives.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Proficient, or able to gain proficiency with, a broad array of security software applications, tools, and techniques.
  • Strong understanding of computer-related security systems including firewalls, encryption, and password protection, authentication, and Zero Trust principles
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Organized with attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

  • Strong depth and breadth of knowledge of the Cyber landscape
  • A client-focused approach as demonstrated by the ability to implement Information Security/Networking best practices and procedures.
  • Knowledge of globally recognized Security Frameworks / Information Security Management Systems (NIST SP 800-53, ISO27001, SOX, PCI, ITAR
  • Solid understanding of the Microsoft 365, Defender, Intune, Purview, etc. solutions
  • Some previous team leadership and collaboration
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Management, or equivalent with 5-7 years of experience in an IT administrator role

Bilingual Japanese System Engineer

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International technology company is seeking a System Engineer with Japanese language skill for their on-going development projects for large financial institutions and manufacturing firms.

  1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering and related studies.  General IT knowledge and experience.
  2. Experience involved in system development
  3. Java Experience or ETL experience
  4. Bilingual in Japanese and English required.
  5. Strong interpersonal/communications skills
  6. Visa support available.

 

Bilingual Japanese Information Security Associate – Data Loss Prevention

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International Bank is seeking an Information Security Associate with Japanese language skill focusing on Data Loss Prevention (BRC/DLP) who will prevent, detect, monitor and report the loss or unauthorized dissemination of proprietary information from various vectors (physical, email, web, etc.) across the organization.

Responsibilities

As a member of the BRC/DLP team a key focus for the individual will be monitoring external electronic communication across the organization, provide consolidated DLP Event Reporting, Incident management – identification, review, escalation and resolution of DLP events, update/revise classification and DLP rules/policies working with the Business/Control Teams. Focused on Data Protection which includes awareness/training, data classification, secure email, and scanning to identify information security gaps in unstructured data.

  • Day to day triage of Data Protection solution generated reporting and/or centralized incident logs
  • Performing ongoing tracking of alerts for individuals (repeat offenders, anomalies, issue severity, significance etc.)
  • Performing research to sort through false positives
  • Email Forensic Monitoring to detect a violation of policy.
  • Collects findings, identifies root cause, and proposes long‐term solutions which support business processes
  • Provide input on the maintenance and design of DLP rules
  • Escalate incidents/alerts to Business Unit/Team Leads when necessary.
  • Perform incident response tracking and reporting; incident closures following resolution
  • Contribute to the KPI/KRI Reporting for Risk Committees or other governance activities
  • Suggest improvements of Data Protection awareness campaigns and training sessions for various employee profiles
  • Conduct a full inspection of Japanese documentation and escalate to supervisors.

Qualifications

  • Industry Background: Corporate Banking/Capital Markets – Financial Services
  • 2-3 years in related field; Analyst
  • Relevant Risk / Functional Experience: Information Security, Data Protection/Loss Prevention, Incident Alert Reporting/Processing, Case Management, Root Cause Analysis, working within SLA timeframes, Executive Management Reporting and Collaboration, Experience with Electronic Investigation, Forensic Tools and Methodologies, Log Correlation.
  • Must be able to read fluently in the Japanese language with speed, accuracy, and understand business terms.
  • Behavioral Competencies: Complex workflow management; Strong interpersonal and communication skills, Ability to handle highly sensitive information in a very professional and confidential manner, and with the highest integrity; Problem solver; Possesses strong organizational and analytical skills; Team player; Self‐motivated and willing to adapt to an evolving work environment; Fosters cooperation, communication and commitment among groups and teams
  • DLP tools – accustomed to one or more DLP tools such as Microsoft DLP, Symantec, Netskope, Global Relay, Archer, and/or Titus classification tool. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Certifications: CISM, CISSP, CISA, CIA – Preferred

Base salary 70-130K+bonus

IT System Support Coordinator

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International Financial firm is seeking an IT System Support Coordinator who serves as the first point of contact for users seeking daily technical assistance. Evaluate and determine the best solution based on the request. Assist IT team in wide range of help Desk and IT tasks and projects as they arise.

Responsibilities;

  •  Provide technical assistance and support for incoming technical queries and issues. Follow up with users to ensure issue has been resolved.
  • Liaise between users and IT system vendors on systems and office equipment related issues to provide solutions.
  • Setup computer peripherals and other technical devices.
  • Manage Active Directory and other company application’s user accounts, including status updates (create/delete, unlock) and permission changes.
  • Create, maintain and update IT documentation, including IT manuals.
  • Prepare various IT documents, including company assessments and audits.
  • Proactively identify trends, areas of improvements and news in IT related subjects.
  • Participate in IT projects, as well as ad-hoc miscellaneous duties as they arise.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field preferred.
  • 2-3 years of experience in IT support.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 services and Azure administration.
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), including strong business writing capabilities. Proficiency in English is required.
  • Ability to promptly evaluate, prioritize the issues and effectively communicate with users, vendors and management.
  • Customer-oriented and patient in dealing with users who possess varying degrees of technical skills. • Flexibility to occasionally work beyond normal business hours is essential, including weekends and holidays for IT trouble shooting and maintenance support, when necessary.
  • Ability to move boxes weighing approximately 30 pounds and position self under desks to set up equipment.
  • Solid interpersonal and organizational skills, flexible team player, and self-motivated

 

Base salary up to 75K+OT+bonus

BL Japanese DX Consulting Director – Remote

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A global IT firm is seeking a DX Consulting Director with Japanese language skill.   The position is remote basis.

Responsibilities
– Lead DX Solution projects with hands-on analysis and modeling, drawing from multiple of analytical method
Develop B-B-C model (to co-create business model with customers) as well as B-B model (to increase customer’s OEE) with customers
Identify, prioritize, frame and structure complex and ambiguous challenges
– Work with stakeholders throughout the organization to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions
– Create associated documents which include, but are not limited to, requirement list, project proposal, project review etc.
– Coordinate with associated resources to implement models and monitor outcomes
– Define requirements, design, plan projects, prepare data, conduct data analysis, and review projects in order to define the next step
– Define requirements at the implementation stage by corresponding with appropriate internal and external resources
– Help clients build realistic and scalable digital strategies that meet their company specific needs
– Assume the project manager role, leading the team on the DX projects, and ensure the deliverables are successful
– Liaise with stakeholders in updating them about the project status, risk, challenges or any potential issues, whenever required
– Constantly stay updated on the transformation areas, business themes, and opportunities available for exploitation
– Help customers build realistic and scalable digital strategies that meet their company specific needs
– Assume the project manager role, leading the team on the DX projects, and ensure the deliverables are successful
– Liaising with stakeholders in updating them about the project status, risk, challenges or any potential issues, whenever required
– Constantly stay updated on the transformation areas, business themes, and opportunities available for exploitation

Qualifications
– Minimum of 3 years previous experience in DX consultation business practice
– Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT service company and/or an operating business leading data analytics projects
– Master or PhD in Statics, Mathematics, Computer Science or another related field
– Excellent skills in using statistical computer languages
– Excellent analytic and reasoning skills
– Strong and proven issue solving skills, with the ability to identify and generate alternative solutions to changing situations
– Knowledge of a variety of AI/ ML techniques
– Fluency in Japanese and English language required

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Network Security Engineer

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International Bank is seeking a Network Security Engineer.

Responsibilities:

  • Support Network Security Engineers to ensure processes around network security are managed well and responded in a timely manner
  • Review and respond to alerts generated by the Compliance Support Teams
  • Review, respond and resolve alerts originating Carbon Black products to ensure appropriate system processing and applications requirements are met in a timely manner
  • Ensure McAfee alerts are monitored and resolved in a timely manner
  • Assist deploy standard firewall rules to meet technical or business requirements
  • Assist network security manager/engineer gather evidence for audit requirements
  • Assist prepare and management reports. Implement appropriate changes, updates, and upgrades in response to vulnerabilities and incursions.
  • Assist process owner(s) for TVM and SIEM by actively participating in RCSAs and other risk assessments targeting these processes.
  • Assist in improving procedures related to the above processes by providing continuous feedback
  • Assist with day-to-day support of network security systems on as-needed basis as required by management or network security engineer
  • Participate in metric collection to demonstrate situational awareness to management regarding current threats and risks.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 4-6yrs experience in network/IT security. Certification such as Security+, ITIL or other IT security related certificate a plus.
  • Manage and coordinate security alerts from various sources within the bank
  • Ability to resolve security alerts in a timely manner and escalate events that could lead to breach.
  • Analytical skills to troubleshoot events and correlate user or system activity
  • Work with various teams (application, infrastructure, identity management, etc.) to troubleshoot & resolve alerts
  • Ability to deploy firewall rules to meet business and/or technical requirements
  • Follow run books for deployments and/or system upgrades during and off-hours
  • Working knowledge of security protocols, authentication, authorization and security.
  • Tools: Desired working knowledge in one or more of the following or equivalent tools: Tenable Security Center, LogRhythm, Carbon Black Protect (Bit9), Carbon Black Response, McAfee Endpoint Protection