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# IT Systems/Security Engineer

- **Company:** Strongauth, Inc.
- **Location:** Durham, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $60,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Data Security, Linux, VMware ESX Servers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Windows Servers, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, TCP/IP, Virtual Machines, Information Technology, Nessus, Network Server
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a91532a1b8cc7356

## About the Role

StrongKey, a 25 year old data security company, is looking for a motivated and detail individual to join our team in the USA., * Graduate with Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field within the last 7 years

 * 2-4 years of experience in IT Security
 * Live within 60 miles of Durham NC, * Ability to analyze system patches/updates and their impact
 * Understanding of networking, TCP/IP, VPNs, etc.
 * Familiarity with Dell and SuperMicro workstations and servers
 * Ability to lift up to 65lbs
 * Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical audience
 * Experience with Linux (RHEL) essential; knowledge of Windows Server desirable
 * Understanding of VMWare ESXi Administration is a plus
 * Understanding of Nessus is a plus
 * Any related security certifications are a plus (GSEC, Security+, CEH, CISSP, etc)

This is a full-time position. We're looking for candidates who are authorized to work in the US, and who have excellent communication skills., * Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

 * Physical Infrastructure Management: 2 years (Preferred)
 * IT support: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

 * English (Required)

## Description

We are dedicated to making the highest levels of security available to organizations of all sizes, and we need a qualified IT Systems/Security Engineer to assist with the day-to-day operations required to achieve that. If you meet most or all of the below requirements, we'd love to schedule a conversation with you, * Assess, deploy, evaluate and monitor system patches

 * Ensure 24/7 access to critical systems
 * Provide end-user support, training and system administration
 * Work with engineering teams to evaluate and secure next generation platforms
 * Maintain and develop PXE environment and infrastructure
 * Maintain virtual machine environment and infrastructure
 * Administrate and maintain NAS servers
 * Provide customer support and deployment services for StrongKey products when necessary
 * Be part of a rotating 24/7 tier-3 after hours support team
 * Maintain security baselines for systems and products
 * Use tools (such as the NVD) to assess vulnerabilities and determine impact and mitigation
 * Handle physical data center infrastructure for internal and external stakeholders


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