IT Security Administrator

Who we are:

Established in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. was originally a small co-op organization for centralized purchasing of basic import foods to service the needs of the early Japanese immigrant society in Southern California. We've grown nearly 100 years old now, and command a premiere position among Japanese foodservice suppliers, as well as fill a key role as "Culinary Ambassador" promoting Japanese foods worldwide. Currently, we import, manufacture, and distribute over 8,000 Japanese foods, beverages, restaurant equipment and supplies.

Benefits

All paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents
Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match.

Location: El Monte, CA
Hours: M-F: 8AM – 5PM

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Essential Job Functions

•    Monitor security events and alerts using SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), Microsoft security tools, and other monitoring platforms 

•    Perform triage, analysis, and validation of potential security incidents 

•    Correlate alerts with threat intelligence to determine risk and business impact 

•    Investigate suspicious activities and respond to security incidents in real time 

•    Contain threats to prevent lateral movement across systems, endpoints, and networks 

•    Escalate complex or high-risk incidents to senior analysts as needed 

•    Operate and maintain security technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, DLP, and endpoint protection tools 

•    Administer and monitor Microsoft Defender and Microsoft 365 security and compliance platforms 

•    Leverage UEBA and SOAR capabilities to enhance threat detection and automate response processes 

•    Manage and monitor endpoint security posture across organizational devices 

•    Support device management platforms (e.g., Microsoft Intune, MDM/MAM solutions) 

•    Ensure device compliance with corporate security standards, including patching, encryption, and access controls 

•    Oversee and support company-wide software updates and vulnerability remediation efforts 

•    Enforce and support security policies, standards, and procedures 

•    Assist in maintaining compliance with internal and regulatory requirements (e.g., J-SOX)

•    Proactively identify and mitigate risks to minimize downtime and business disruption 

•    Act as a central point of contact for security-related incidents and communications 

•    Provide security guidance and support to all business units 

•    Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, investigations, and remediation actions 

•    Support internal and external audits through reporting and evidence collection

•    Supports the implementation of IT policies and procedures, including those pertaining to architecture, security, disaster recovery, standards, and project portfolio management.

•    Negotiates and manages vendor, outsourcer, and consultant contracts and service agreements.

•    Provides expert support to the new ERP project team leveraging deep operational knowledge.

•    Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working hours

•    Obligation to answer to all upper management as requested

Physical Requirements

•    Ability to sit for a majority of the working day

•    Ability to type on the computer for extended periods of time

•    Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds on occasion

•    Working Conditions

o    Noise Level: Normal to Loud while indoors

Other Requirements

•    Business level English required – Read/write/speak/listen

•    Business level Japanese preferred – Read/write/speak/listen

•    Maintain a positive attitude

•    Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information security or related field required. 

•    Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender (Endpoint, Identity, and/or Cloud) and Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance tools 

•    Experience with endpoint and device management solutions (e.g., Microsoft Intune, MDM/MAM platforms) 

•    Strong understanding of device compliance, patch management, and software update processes 

•    Knowledge of security policy implementation and enforcement 

•    Familiarity with firewalls, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management, and endpoint protection 

•    Proficiency with operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux)

•    1+ years of cybersecurity required; 3-5 years of experience preferred 

Knowledge and Skills

•    Knowledge of Incident response and threat analysis 

•    Knowledge Network defense and endpoint security

•    Problem-solving skills

•    Advanced Microsoft Office 365 and Defender proficiency 

•    Strong Communication and interpersonal skills

•    Exceptional organization and time management skills

•    Excellent mentoring, coaching, and people management skills 

Disclaimers

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related duties as instructed or requested by the department manager or other management as needed, subject to reasonable accommodation and business needs. The information contained herein is subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, and no part of this document is to be construed as an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the “at-will” employment status with the Company. Requirements are subject to accommodations with ADA, FEHA, and all other applicable federal and state laws. Please report any changes of essential job functions to the Human Resources Department.

Mutual Trading Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Importer and distributor of Japanese food and restaurant supplies