Senior IT Admin

Now is the time to join Dispel!

Dispel a cybersecurity company specializing in secure remote access, OT DMZ unification, and threat detection for industrial control systems and cyber-physical environments. Since 2015 we've grown to enable the every day; protecting over 50% of the baby formula made in the U.S., 1 in 5 non-alcoholic beverages in America, utilities servicing 54 million people, and over $500 billion in annual manufacturing globally. We work with industrials, utilities, manufacturing, military and government markets around the world.

If you're passionate about critical infrastructure, this is the place to be.

What's the opportunity?

This is a full time position.

Are you a talented IT Admin looking to join a growing team? Dispel is seeking a Senior IT Admin to be our first full-time IT hire, who will work collaboratively with our HR, Engineering, Operations and Security teams.

You will have the opportunity to work independently as well as collaboratively with other team members to deliver high-quality solutions. We strive to maintain a professional and creative work environment where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

We are a team where many of us have worked together for several years, and you will have the opportunity to make a big impact and share/learn a lot. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality work and enjoy working with a talented team you should come join us!

Location

We are a 100% fully remote company (U.S. only). You are welcome to use our office in Brooklyn, New York City.

Salary

Salary is dependent on the location you reside in.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator or IT Administrator.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory).
• Strong understanding and experience with system hardening techniques (e.g., CIS Benchmarks, secure baseline configurations).
• Experience maintaining compliance with one or more of the following frameworks:
• ISO/IEC 27001
• SOC 2 Type II
• FedRAMP (preferably High baseline)
• Familiarity with endpoint management tools (e.g., Intune, SCCM, Jamf, etc.).
• Experience with patch management and configuration management.
• Proficiency with scripting or automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Bash).
• Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM) best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and familiarity with ITIL or similar service delivery frameworks.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Extra Credit

• Experience preparing for or supporting third-party audits under ISO 27001, SOC 2, or FedRAMP High.
• Familiarity with FedRAMP SSPs, POA&Ms, and Continuous Monitoring processes.
• Experience implementing Zero Trust architecture principles.
• Knowledge of network security principles, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention.
• Familiarity with cloud security practices in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with SIEM tools like Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, or Elastic.
• Background in incident response or security operations (SecOps).
• Relevant certifications such as:
• CompTIA Security+ or CySA+
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• GIAC certifications (e.g., GSEC, GCCC)

Good Personal Traits

• A willingness to accept failure and feedback, learn and try again.
• A passion for learning new disciplines and gaining a deep understanding of how others on the team do their work.
• An ability to communicate clearly and succinctly both in-person and over team chat.

At Dispel you’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

• Competitive salary and performance bonus
• Stock options grant
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Flexible work environment with opportunities for remote work

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. Your exact offer may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Dispel is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Beware of Hiring Scams: Dispel will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information such as social security numbers during the hiring process. All official communication will come from a verified company email address. If you receive suspicious requests or communications, please report them to [email protected]. All of our legitimate openings can be found on the Dispel Career Site at https://apply.workable.com/dispel/