IT Systems and Compliance Specialist
Pendar Technologies
Cambridge, MA, USA
Published 4 days ago
Compliance Management Systems / Technology
About Pendar Technologies
Pendar Technologies, a growing high-tech company, is advancing the field of intelligent chemical analysis. We are dedicated to providing innovative solutions to assist first responders, law enforcement, and military personnel in identifying chemicals encountered in the field. Our flagship product, the Pendar X10, represents the forefront of opto-mechanical innovation in hazardous material identification.
The Role
We are seeking an IT Systems and Compliance Specialist to join our team. This role is pivotal in managing day-to-day IT operations alongside our IT support team, as well as implementing and maintaining compliance standards within our IT infrastructure, with a focus on NIST 800-171 within Azure environments. The ideal candidate will be a versatile IT professional capable of handling a broad range of tasks from technical support to compliance initiatives.
Your Responsibilities
Pendar Technologies, a growing high-tech company, is advancing the field of intelligent chemical analysis. We are dedicated to providing innovative solutions to assist first responders, law enforcement, and military personnel in identifying chemicals encountered in the field. Our flagship product, the Pendar X10, represents the forefront of opto-mechanical innovation in hazardous material identification.
The Role
We are seeking an IT Systems and Compliance Specialist to join our team. This role is pivotal in managing day-to-day IT operations alongside our IT support team, as well as implementing and maintaining compliance standards within our IT infrastructure, with a focus on NIST 800-171 within Azure environments. The ideal candidate will be a versatile IT professional capable of handling a broad range of tasks from technical support to compliance initiatives.
Your Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive IT support, including setting up workstations for new staff, managing onboarding/offboarding processes, and resolving day-to-day technical issues.
- Administer and maintain IT systems, including Windows and Linux environments, both physical and virtual, ensuring reliability and efficiency.
- Collaborate with external IT service provider to implement and maintain compliance with NIST 800-171 standards, particularly within Azure cloud services.
- Develop, document, and manage IT policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
- Participate with our IT support team in the design and optimization of network infrastructure, ensuring secure and compliant architecture.
- Manage IT assets throughout their lifecycle, from procurement to decommissioning, in line with compliance requirements.
- Assist in the development and enforcement of disaster recovery plans and cybersecurity policies, aligning with compliance standards.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Proven experience in IT support roles with a strong understanding of IT operations and system administration.
- Familiarity with compliance standards, specifically NIST 800-171; willingness to undergo further training in this area.
- Experience with Azure cloud services and Microsoft IT environments (Windows Server, Active Directory, etc.).
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage a diverse set of IT tasks, from routine support to compliance projects.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- A passion for hands-on work with fierce attention to detail.
- Excellent record-keeping, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong sense of ownership, time management, and planning abilities.
- Affinity with start-up and small company environments.
- Be a part of a growing technology company that's making a significant impact safeguarding our country and communities.
- Enjoy a dynamic role that offers a mix of day-to-day IT support and high-level compliance and security initiatives.
- Benefit from professional development opportunities in IT systems management and compliance standards.
- Work in a supportive environment that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning.
- Based in Cambridge, MA.
- Full-time position with competitive benefits (flexibility for reduced hours if desired)