CIMET - Senior IT Administrator

Purpose : We are seeking a Senior IT Administrator to manage, secure, and scale CIMET's multi OS environments (Windows, macOS, Linux) and AWS cloud infrastructure. This role is critical in ensuring ISO 27001 compliance, enterprise-grade security, and operational efficiency, while supporting employee lifecycle management and enabling CIMET's rapid growth as a leading SaaS comparison platform. Key Responsibilities : 1. IT Security & Compliance : - Draft, implement, and maintain IT policies aligned with ISO 27001 - Conduct security audits, risk assessments, and vulnerability scans - Ensure continuous compliance across systems, infrastructure, and processes - Define and enforce security governance and best practices 2. Endpoint & Server Security : Manage endpoint protection using : - Windows Defender MDR - CrowdStrike Falcon - Enforce encryption standards: - BitLocker (Windows) - FileVault (macOS) Implement : - IAM, SSO, MFA - Zero Trust security frameworks - Harden Linux and Windows servers for production environments 3. System Administration : Administer : - Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, Hyper-V Manage macOS devices via : - Apple Business Manager - MDM solutions (e.g., Jamf or equivalent) Perform Linux administration : - Patch management - LVM configuration - Reverse proxy/load balancing (HAProxy) 4. Cloud & Network Infrastructure : - Manage AWS Cloud Infrastructure, including : - EC2, S3, IAM, VPC - Configure and maintain : - Firewalls (Fortinet, SonicWall, Palo Alto) - VPN solutions and secure network access Optimize : - Network performance - Storage utilization - Load balancing and high availability 5. IT Lifecycle Management & Support : Automate : - User onboarding and offboarding - Access provisioning and deprovisioning Use scripting tools : - PowerShell, Bash, AWS Lambda Provide L1/L2 IT support for : - Hardware/software troubleshooting - Remote access systems - Ensure smooth IT operations across distributed teams 6. Native AI & Tooling : Leverage AI tools such as : - Claude Code - Cursor - GitHub Copilot - Use LLM APIs to : - Automate workflows - Improve IT operations and support tasks - Continuously evaluate and adopt emerging AI tooling 7. Cross-functional Collaboration : Work closely with : - Product, Engineering, and Data teams - Translate IT operations into business impact and insights - Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing Success Metrics Commercial Impact : - Enable scalable IT infrastructure to support rapid workforce expansion - Contribute to operational readiness for business growth targets Execution & Delivery : - Maintain agility in adapting systems and policies during scaling phases - Ensure seamless onboarding/offboarding and system availability Quality & Standards : - Achieve and maintain ISO 27001 compliance across all IT operations - Ensure high standards in security, uptime, and reliability Capability Building : - Automate IT workflows to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort - Build scalable processes for access control and infrastructure management Experience & Skills : - Strong expertise in : - Windows, macOS, Linux environments - Office 365 / Microsoft 365 ecosystem - AWS Cloud Infrastructure - Enterprise security tools Hands on experience with : - Linux-based servers and production environments - Network security and firewall management Proficiency in scripting : - PowerShell - Bash - AWS Lambda Strong understanding of : - IT security best practices - Identity and access management Native AI Capability (Mandatory) : - Daily usage of AI tools (Claude, Cursor, Copilot) in workflows Strong prompt engineering for : - Automation - Documentation - Troubleshooting - Ability to operate in agentic AI workflows - Understanding of AI limitations and validation practices - Experience integrating LLM APIs into tools or workflows (preferred) Professional Qualifications : - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field Preferred Certifications : - ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor - LFCS / RHCSA - Jamf Certified Technician - CrowdStrike Falcon Certification Cloud Certifications (Advantageous) : - AWS SysOps Administrator - Azure Administrator / M365 Administrator