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Description

Email Security Administration

Administer and maintain the Proofpoint email security platform, including threat protection, URL defense, attachment defense, and anti-spam controls.

Configure, tune, and optimize email filtering policies to reduce malicious, spam, and unwanted email traffic.

Monitor email security events and alerts to identify emerging threats and trends.

Manage sender reputation controls, allow/block lists, and email authentication technologies.

Develop and maintain SPF, DKIM, and DMARC policies to strengthen domain protection and reduce email spoofing.

Security Policy Development & Governance

Design, implement, and maintain Proofpoint security policies aligned with organizational risk and compliance requirements.

Create and document email security standards, procedures, and best practices.

Review existing security controls and recommend policy enhancements based on threat intelligence and industry standards.

Partner with Legal, Compliance, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure policy effectiveness and regulatory compliance.

Threat Detection & Incident Response

Investigate phishing, business email compromise (BEC), malware, spam, and other email-borne threats.

Analyze email headers, message traces, and indicators of compromise to support incident investigations.

Coordinate remediation efforts, including message recalls, block-list updates, and user notifications.

Conduct root cause analysis and recommend preventive controls following security incidents.

Support incident response teams during active security events.

Security Awareness & Email Hygiene

Lead organizational email hygiene initiatives and promote secure communication practices.

Assist with phishing simulation programs and employee security awareness campaigns.

Identify risky user behaviors and recommend training opportunities.

Provide guidance to end users regarding suspicious emails, phishing attempts, and email security best practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft 365 security and Exchange Online.

Experience integrating Proofpoint with SIEM and SOAR platforms.

Knowledge of Microsoft Defender for Office 365.

Understanding of data loss prevention (DLP) technologies.

Experience supporting compliance initiatives such as SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, or GDPR.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of McKinney, TX.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in McKinney,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.