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We are looking for a Cloud-first IT Administrator with foundational Information Security (InfoSec) skills to manage and secure a modern, distributed IT environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing cloud-native infrastructure, end-user devices, identity and access management, and maintaining InfoSec hygiene—driven by an automation-first, tools-based approach rather than traditional manual methods.Job Location: Santacruz WestKey ResponsibilitiesCloud-based IT AdminManage Identity & Access Management:Google Workspace Admin or Azure AD or OktaImplement and enforce SSO, MFA policiesManage SaaS platforms used by the company:Google Workspace / Microsoft 365 / Slack / Zoom / Notion / Jira / othersSetup and manage MDM (Mobile Device Management) across all endpoints (laptops / mobiles):Example tools: Hexnode, Intune, JAMF, ComodoEnforce security policies — device encryption, patching, antivirus, screen lock, remote wipeEnable self-service onboarding/offboarding — automate account provisioning and deprovisioningManage asset inventory for cloud and physical devicesSetup VPN / Zero Trust Access models where neededManage basic networking & firewall rules in:Physical office (hardware firewalls like Fortinet / Palo Alto / Ubiquiti)Cloud (AWS Security Groups, NACLs, WAF)InfoSec (Basic / First line)Conduct regular user access reviews and implement least privilegeRun basic vulnerability scans on endpoints and cloud systemsImplement DLP (Data Loss Prevention) policies where neededMonitor and enforce phishing protection / SPF / DKIM / DMARCSetup endpoint monitoring / EDR tools (ex: CrowdStrike, SentinelOne)Ensure basic compliance tracking for ISO 27001 / SOC2 readinessConduct InfoSec awareness training for employees (quarterly)AWS & Cloud Infra (Basic Admin)Monitor AWS usage and identify cost saving opportunitiesManage AWS IAM users, policies, rolesManage basic AWS services: EC2, S3, RDS, CloudWatch, CloudTrailAssist DevOps team in ensuring secure cloud configurationsPreferred Experience with AI-driven IT / InfoSec ToolsExperience using or exploring AI-driven MDM platforms (Hexnode AI, Kandji AI, Jamf AI Assist, etc.)Familiarity with AI-assisted Identity Governance tools (Saviynt, Okta AI Assist, etc.)Understanding of AI-based Cloud Cost Optimization tools (CloudZero, OpsAI, AWS Trusted Advisor AI, Harness)Exposure to AI-based email security / DLP platforms (Abnormal Security, Material Security)Experience with AI-assisted VAPT & vulnerability scanning tools (Tenable, Plerion AI, Qualys AI)Familiarity with AI-powered IT Helpdesk platforms (Moveworks, Espressive, Aisera)Willingness to adopt AI-first approach to IT and InfoSec automationSkills & RequirementsMandatory4+ years experience in Cloud-based IT Admin rolesHands-on experience with:Google Workspace / Azure AD / OktaMDM platformsCloud networking & firewallsAWS IAM & basic cloud servicesBasic InfoSec knowledge:Endpoint securityDLPEmail security