[Hiring] Afterhours Engineer - NOC/SOC/Support @CTS

Role Description

The Afterhours Engineer - NOC\SOC\Support is important in the Service Delivery division at CTS. Operating as the primary guardian of our clients' infrastructure during off-peak hours, this role combines Network Operations (NOC), Security Operations (SOC), and high-level VIP support.

Responsible for delivering impeccable maintenance, security monitoring, and "white-glove" support, this engineer must exhibit a sense of ownership over various systems. You will be responsible for triaging security alerts, executing incident response playbooks, and ensuring VIP requests are resolved immediately, ensuring our clients’ environments are stable and secure before the morning shift arrives.

This is an individual contributor - technical position.

Key Responsibilities

• Service Delivery: Respond to and resolve service incidents following existing procedures and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Track time, communications, and work output via ConnectWise Manage PSA.
• Network Operations (NOC) Monitoring & Remediation: Remediate alerts from monitoring tools generated from firewalls, switches, access points, physical and virtual workstations, servers, and storage devices. Configure monitoring of client infrastructure using PRTG, Kaseya VSA, and ConnectWise Manage.
• Security & Incident Response (SOC): Act as the first line of defense for security alerts. Triage potential threats (e.g., suspicious logins, EDR alerts, phishing reports) using established Incident Response playbooks. Isolate infected endpoints to prevent lateral movement and document forensic details.
• VIP & Helpdesk Support: Provide primary "white-glove" remote support for VIP clients (CEOs/Executives) experiencing after-hours technical issues. Address all phone calls and urgent tickets outside of regular business hours with a focus on rapid resolution.
• Cloud Administration: Administer and troubleshoot Microsoft 365 (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint) and Google Workspace environments to resolve urgent user access or configuration issues.
• Maintenance & Automation: Administer and perform the work for monthly, quarterly, bi-annual, and yearly maintenance plans. Assist higher-level Engineers to automate recurring requests using Ninja RMM, ConnectWise Manage, PRTG, and PowerShell.
• Backup Management: Monitor and remediate all CTS-provided client backup solutions: Acronis On-Prem, Acronis Cloud, and AFI.
• Documentation: Create and maintain information and documentation in ConnectWise Manage and ITGlue to ensure a smooth handoff to the daytime engineering team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an MSP (Managed Service Provider) environment, specifically in a NOC or an L2/L3 escalation role.
• Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes (ransomware, phishing), and experience executing Incident Response playbooks.
• Cloud Platforms: Advanced administration skills in Microsoft 365 (User management, Intune, MFA troubleshooting) and Google Workspace.
• Networking: Experience with networking protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPN, IPSEC, VoIP, and QoS. Experience in WAN/LAN networking, including routing, switching, security, and load balancing.
• OS Support: Experience with Microsoft Windows Server, Windows Desktop, and Apple Ecosystem.
• WLAN & Hardware: Experience in WLAN technologies (Meraki, UniFi, Cisco) and Network Attached Storage (NAS).
• VoIP: Experience with Grand Stream or other Asterisk-based PBX systems.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional written and oral communication skills with the ability to de-escalate stressful situations for VIP clients.
• Work Ethic: Self-motivated, with excellent time management skills and the ability to work independently without supervision during overnight hours.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• MSP experience.
• Knowledge of scripting/programming language, including, but not limited to, PowerShell, BASH, and/or VBScript.
• Knowledge of network vendors: SonicWALL, Juniper MIST, Meraki, and Unifi.
• Knowledge of security tools: EDR/XDR, Email Filtering, Security Awareness, and Cloud Backups.
• Experience with MSP-related tools: ConnectWise Manage, Ninja RMM, PRTG, and ITGlue.

Work Location & Schedule

• This is a full-time remote position for candidates located in the Philippines.
• The hours for this position are 6pm-6am EST, 4x/week including weekends (on a rotation basis).

Compensation

• The salary range for this role is $1600 - $2500/monthly.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off.
• Floating Holidays.
• This is an independent contractor role.

The Interview Process

• We aim to move fast. You’ll receive scheduling emails from [email protected] through Greenhouse.
• Depending on the role, some steps may be adjusted or added - we’ll let you know upfront!
• Screening call with a member of our HR team (30 minutes).
• Technical interview with the Hiring Manager (45 minutes).
• Panel interview with the Hiring Manager and Department Director (60 minutes).
• (If applicable) Executive interview.