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Associate Engineer, Site Reliability

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

... Skills: * Entry-level cloud certification (AWS Cloud Practitioner, Developer Associate, or SysOps Associate; Azure Fundamentals) * Familiarity with at least one observability tool (Datadog ...

Associate Engineer, Site Reliability

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

... Skills: * Entry-level cloud certification (AWS Cloud Practitioner, Developer Associate, or SysOps Associate; Azure Fundamentals) * Familiarity with at least one observability tool (Datadog ...

We are looking for an Entry-Level Support Engineer with 2-3 years of experience to support and ... Experience with tools like Azure Application Insights, Log Analytics, or similar observability ...

Overview We are looking for an Entry-Level Support Engineer with 2-3 years of experience to support ... Experience with tools like Azure Application Insights, Log Analytics, or similar observability ...

Overview We are looking for an Entry-Level Support Engineer with 2-3 years of experience to support ... Experience with tools like Azure Application Insights, Log Analytics, or similar observability ...

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What is an entry level observability role?

An entry level observability role involves helping organizations monitor and understand the health, performance, and reliability of their software systems. People in these positions typically work with monitoring tools, set up dashboards, and help analyze logs, metrics, and traces to identify issues. They often collaborate with development and operations teams to troubleshoot problems and improve system visibility. Entry level candidates are usually expected to have a basic understanding of IT systems, some programming or scripting skills, and a willingness to learn new observability technologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level observability engineer?

To thrive as an Entry Level Observability Engineer, you need a basic understanding of IT infrastructure, networking, and monitoring concepts, usually supported by a relevant degree or coursework in computer science or information technology. Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, or ELK Stack, as well as scripting skills in languages such as Python or Bash, are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help you investigate incidents and relay findings to technical and non-technical teams. These skills ensure timely detection and resolution of system issues, maintaining reliability and performance in complex environments.

What are some common challenges faced by entry level observability professionals, and how can they overcome them?

Entry-level professionals in observability often encounter challenges such as learning to use a variety of monitoring tools, understanding complex system architectures, and interpreting large volumes of log and metrics data. To overcome these challenges, it's helpful to invest time in hands-on practice with observability platforms (like Grafana, Prometheus, or Datadog), ask questions during team meetings, and review documentation regularly. Collaborating closely with senior engineers and participating in incident reviews can also accelerate your learning and help you contribute effectively to your team's monitoring and troubleshooting efforts.

Is entry level observability a good career?

Entry level observability roles involve monitoring and analyzing system performance using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and logs. These positions are in demand as organizations prioritize system reliability and often require skills in scripting, cloud platforms, and understanding of distributed systems. It can be a good career path for those interested in IT operations, DevOps, and gaining experience with modern monitoring technologies.
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Senior Tanium Consultant - Observability

Chicago, IL • On-site

LaSalle Network
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 201 - 500 employees

$100 - $110/hr

Other

Posted 13 days ago


Job description


Senior Tanium Consultant - Observability
LaSalle Network is hiring for a Senior Tanium Consultant - Observability with a (Client Company Industry)-leading company known for (what makes client company exciting - innovation, growth, culture, impact, etc.). This fully remote, contract Senior Tanium Consultant - Observability opportunity is ideal for a delivery-focused consultant who thrives in client-facing work and enjoys owning technical outcomes end to end. In this role, the Senior Tanium Consultant - Observability will implement and optimize Tanium modules while building automation and reporting that drives endpoint visibility, compliance, and security outcomes. If you're excited by hands-on Tanium administration in production and live consulting engagements, this is a strong match.
Responsibilities



  • Implement and optimize Tanium modules in production environments

  • Build Tanium content including Sensors, Packages, Saved Questions, Dashboards, and Policies

  • Develop scripting and automation for Tanium workflows (e.g., PowerShell, Python, or similar)

  • Create automation and reporting to support endpoint visibility, compliance, and security tooling initiatives

  • Integrate Tanium with at least one of the following: ServiceNow, SIEM platforms, or CMDB/asset systems

  • Serve as a client-facing technical resource on live consulting engagements



Qualifications



  • 3 to 6 years of endpoint management or security engineering experience

  • 2+ years of hands-on Tanium platform administration in production environments

  • Demonstrated experience creating Tanium content (Sensors, Packages, Saved Questions, Dashboards, Policies)

  • Scripting/automation experience for workflow enablement (PowerShell, Python, or similar)

  • Familiarity with endpoint hardening and vulnerability management

  • Consulting-oriented communication skills and comfort in a client-facing role

  • Experience delivering Tanium consulting projects at enterprise scale (10k+ endpoints) (nice to have)

  • Experience working in ITSM/IT Ops environments (incident, change, request workflows) (nice to have)

  • Exposure to EDR, vulnerability scanners, or configuration management tools (nice to have)

  • Tanium Certified Administrator (TCA) (nice to have)

  • Tanium Certified Professional Endpoint Management (TCPEM) or equivalent (nice to have)



Key Details



  • Employment Type: Contract

  • Compensation: $100 - $110 per hour

  • Benefits (Contract): LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit:

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois

  • Work Model: Fully Remote



Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today - we're actively interviewing and excited to meet you.
Seelye Stoffregen
About LaSalle Network
At LaSalle Network, we don't just fill roles - we build careers and transform businesses. As one of the nation's leading staffing and solutions firms, we connect exceptional talent with organizations that value innovation, collaboration, and growth. Whether you're looking to take the next step in your career or find the perfect addition to your team, we make meaningful matches that last. Join us and experience a company consistently recognized as a top workplace - because when our people thrive, everyone wins.
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LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.


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LaSalle Network is the leading provider of professional staffing and recruiting services. LaSalle has worked with more than 10,000 companies, ranging from Fortune 500s to start ups. With units specializing in accounting and finance, administrative, marketing, executive search, technology, supply chain, healthcare revenue cycle, call center, and human resources, LaSalle serves companies of all sizes and across all industries.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1998