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About the Position We are seeking a motivated IT Support Specialist to join our technology team. This role will provide technical support and system administration in an environment of over 150 users, with a focus on Microsoft 365, Azure AD, Intune MDM, Apple Business Manager, and general IT operations. The ideal candidate will be bilingual (Spanish/English), customer-oriented, and capable of handling daily IT support, cloud administration, security tasks, occasional on-call responsibilities, and periodic travel between Tijuana–San Diego sites. ________________________________________ Responsibilities • Provide technical support to ~150 end users (Windows, macOS, and mobile devices). • Manage user/group accounts, licensing, and access in Azure Active Directory and Office 365. • Administer Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Teams environments. • Configure and maintain Intune MDM policies and mobile/desktop device enrollments. • Manage Apple Business Manager for the iOS/macOS device fleet. • Perform user onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring compliance with security best practices. • Support and maintain the Barracuda Email Gateway to reduce phishing/spam incidents. • Provide support for Hikvision CCTV cameras and NVR infrastructure. • Apply networking fundamentals to troubleshoot connectivity issues (LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls). • Maintain IT asset inventory and equipment labeling management. • Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell and Bash. • Participate in on-call rotations and respond to critical IT incidents. • Collaborate with the IT team to continuously improve processes, security, and reliability. ________________________________________ Qualifications Required Skills and Experience • 2+ years of experience in IT support or systems administration. • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or related field (required). • Solid knowledge of Azure AD, O365, Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive. • Hands-on experience with Intune MDM and Apple Business Manager. • Familiarity with Barracuda Email Security Gateway. • General networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls). • Knowledge of IT security best practices. • Experience with Hikvision CCTV systems (desirable). • Proficiency in PowerShell and Bash scripting. • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. • Bilingual (Spanish/English) – required. • Availability for occasional site travel (Tijuana, San Diego). Certifications (desirable, not mandatory): • CompTIA A+ • CompTIA Network+ • CompTIA Security+ (preferred) • CCNA (preferred) • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (preferred) • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals ________________________________________ What We Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Professional development opportunities and certification reimbursement. • A collaborative IT team supporting a growing organization. • Exposure to cloud systems, security, and enterprise-level IT.

Company Profile At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally-native, data-empowered solutions. Our client’s confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry team. Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of continuing that success. Overview We are seeking an experienced Integration Project Manager. This role is responsible for managing integrations across a large enterprise organization. This requires tactical execution, planning, coordination, and managing the successful delivery of multiple deliverables. This role will collaborate with many cross functional stakeholders and provide analysis and reporting. This position is based in the Stamford, CT area and requires in office/on site support weekly. Candidates should live in the region to commute daily or travel weekly within the Northeast USA region to be on site 3-4 days per week. No Visa sponsorship is offered for this role. This is a long term consulting engagement. Duties & Responsibilities Manage integration activities across several functions on behalf of the PMO or organization. Develop project planning for each workstream, along with weekly/monthly status reporting. Daily, hands-on project management activities throughout the program life cycle for all work streams. Document project deliverables utilizing PMI, PMP methodology. Plan and monitor the progress of complex programs and multiple work streams. Integrate business policies and governance processes into planning and accountability for project roadmaps. Establish risk management, escalation paths, and take corrective measurements to keep projects on track. Build and manage budgets, actuals and forecast for the merger integration program. Schedule, facilitate and lead related project meetings. Create and manage stakeholders’ communication at all levels of the organization. Identify and report program KPIs to assess impact. Coordinate, manage and monitor the workflow of cross-functional teams. Provide and perform quality assurance checks on project artifacts and deliverables. Own overall integrated project plan and support cross-functional resources, ensuring on-time delivery, meeting of budgetary demands, and achievement of business goal. Consistently exercise informed judgment and discretion in matters of significance. Requirements Desired Skills & Experience  Candidates must have proven experience in project management gained through managing large and complex projects. Candidates must have the following: Minimum 5 years strong project/program management experience managing multiple work streams. Consulting experience with integration activities across several functional areas is desired and should include any of the following: operations, product, engineering, finance/acctg or human resources exposure. Industry exposure in telecommunications, broadband or cable industry is required knowledge for this role. Ability to be on site several days per week or travel to be on site in the Northeast. Strong experience with Excel, PowerPoint and Smartsheet are required. Proven knowledge of project management methodology such as Agile, scrum. Strong leadership, stakeholder, and management skills, including executive presence. Good knowledge of resource allocation procedures. Excellent oral and written communications skills to stakeholders including the ability to influence and negotiate. Ability to think critically and process information quickly, presenting a succinct and insightful format for executives. Strong analytical, documentation and reporting skills are desired.   Education/Certifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, IT, or similar PMP certification is desired MBA is a plus Compensation Sand Cherry Associates based in Denver, CO is required by state law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. This is a long term consulting engagement, with an hourly range of $80-90/hour on 1099 or adjusted commensurate salary on W2. Years of experience, level of education, geographic location, unique skills/qualifications for the specific role and potential certifications can be key factors in the final compensation for this role.   Benefits Our team is unique — we are passionate about what we do. At Sand Cherry, our Consultants know they are impacting and shaping our clients’ industries. We recognize our employees for their contributions. Our culture is one of the most friendly and communicative in the consulting industry. Sand Cherry is not a top-heavy organization. We offer the opportunity to be part of a digital workforce. Discover the experience that only comes with self-responsibility in the workplace. Our team members manage their own workloads and are expected to deliver exceptional work for our clients. Professional career growth is one of our main priorities, as we affirm that investing in our Consultants and empowering our people will also deliver the best results and value for our clients.

BrenTech is seeking a Network / IT Support Technician in San Diego, CA to support our customers in San Diego County. Using your creativity and latitude, you will provide Tier 2/3 support for integrated hardware and software; local and cloud infrastructure deployment services; respond to end user request; and provide remote support. Brentech provides support for networks/cloud solutions and associated applications, peripherals, connectivity and end-users in a Service Desk supported Tier II/III environment. You'll rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job while working independently and/or under immediate supervision. This role will include, but will not be limited to the following responsibilities: • Provide LAN administrator support with the installation, configuration and maintenance of network communication devices, servers, network storage arrays and tape backup units. • Provide support of network attached devices such as computers, printers, fax machines, phone systems, security cameras, smart display, and sensors • Provide support of mobile and wireless devices to include smartphones, tablets and hotspots • Assist in testing, applying and maintaining server configurations and related security patches • Assist in maintaining and checking the health of systems and backups to include restore testing • Applies troubleshooting needed to resolve tickets • Update tickets following documentation templates and/or guidelines to ensure quality requirements are met • Provide daily, weekly and monthly activity reports describing activities accomplished in a timely manner • Provide inventory support and input to the provided inventory system for the customer • Responsible for installing and maintaining video teleconferencing infrastructure to include assisting with user requests • Participate in pre-scheduled after-hours support of weekly on-call rotation and/or as a team member supporting special projects or events • Conduct or provide new equipment deployments and/or requested deployment support • Provide cabling support and run cables within data centers, LAN rooms and remote wiring closets • Analyzes functional business requirements and design specifications for functional activities. • Effectively contribute to technical discussions and develop and present required briefing materials to ensure the customer’s needs are met • Should provide identification/fixing for the problems within existing systems design/implementation of new systems, enhances the existing systems and participates in analysis, design and new construction of next generation IT systems. • Responsible for understanding the needs of the customers and the realities of commercially available IT products and creating requirements that will allow implementation by the architecture and engineering team. • Utilize experience of system engineering in one or more areas including telecommunications concepts, computer languages, operating systems, database/DBMS and middleware. • Communicate effectively both orally and written with customers, stakeholders, and technical specialists Here at BrenTech, we believe in fostering a sense of belonging. We welcome diversity, encourage growth and development, promote safety first, and believe curiosity is the spark for innovation. We take care of our employees who in turn take care of our customers, driving the success of our business. Minimum Requirements • Associate Degree or equivalent experience • 1+ years’ of IT-related support experience, preferably in a help-desk or customer support role • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve desktop, network, or other IT issues • General knowledge network products and systems • Experience in a rapid paced, time sensitive, high-quality environment • Good technical writing, presentation, and documentation skills • Must have excellent team skills and collaboration skills • Attention to detail and follow-through • Ability to work with minimal supervision • Must be able to bend, kneel, stretch, crawl and lift or move up to 50 lbs • Must pass Motor Vehicle Records check as this position is classified as a “Regular Driver” and overnight travel may be required (Actual travel percentage varies based upon location but is typically less than 20%) • Must be a U.S. Citizen and pass the DHS Employment Eligibility Verification process • Prior experience of IT support in an Enterprise environment (100+ end-users) • Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments which are broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks • Ability to apply a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments • Experience evaluating system performance results and recommending improvements or optimizations • Experience performing IT hardware repairs and installing replacement parts • Experience planning and leading technology assignments and projects • Prior hands-on experience with the setup, configuration and administration of servers and backups • Experience functioning as a technical expert across multiple project assignments • MCSE, A+, Security+, Network+, or other relevant certifications

MS2 is a national leader in transportation data management and analysis and has the largest traffic count database in North America. More than 270 agencies in 31 US States, and 3 Canadian Provinces, including 28 state Departments of Transportation, are using MS2 software to manage their transportation data. MS2 is located in the beautiful city of Ann Arbor, Michigan, the home of high-tech industries and the University of Michigan. Residents of the city enjoy beautiful parks, mature neighborhoods, amenities of the Huron River (a state-designated Natural River) and easy access to downtown Detroit or to colorful “Pure Michigan” woods and waterways. MS2 is a friendly, open, team working to support our clients' software needs. Employees work on a variety of tasks and are given a high degree of responsibility. We offer an excellent environment for transportation professionals. MS2 offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. We're building the next generation of Transportation Data Management Systems and we need your help! We're a small team and you'll have an opportunity to make a big impact. Position Description MS2 is looking for a Software Project Manager to manage the development of innovative software and data analytics for transportation planning and traffic engineering. An MS2 Software Project Manager will be responsible for concurrent projects and is expected to actively work with our clients. The position is open to professionals with software project management experience. Candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to relate to clients and staff in a professional, thoughtful, and pleasant manner. Candidate must be able to effectively and professionally represent MS2 at meetings or other public forums. Being an active member of a professional organization is a plus. Candidate must be flexible to do assignments as necessary. This is a full-time position. Occasional, overnight travel is required (estimated at 1-2 times per year). Responsibilities: Project Management (approximately 60%) Manages assigned IT projects to ensure adherence to budget, schedule and scope of project. Be the main interface to MS2’s software engineers, the clients and internal leadership and be responsible for software project deliverables Build project schedules, and provide ongoing project plan/status reporting for weekly staff meetings Make decisions and communicate trade‐offs and risks; drive key decisions across projects Prepare documentation such as requirements and user manuals Drive collaboration across teams and advance project goals Carefully track project deadlines and work closely with MS2 development to meet timelines Contribute to improvement and ongoing refinement of software development lifecycle processes Contribute to technical and cost proposals Coordinate tasks, milestones and availability of project resources Facilitate discussions with both client and internal users and document specifications. Effectively communicate to MS2 development client requests, ideas for new software modules or ideas for user interface improvement Perform quality assurance for system enhancements. Frequent communication with clients Subject Matter Expert (approximately 30%) Conduct methodology research to help guide new software features or solutions Develop solution technical concepts based on an understanding of the data management needs of our clients Business Development (approximately 10%) Work with Business Development Manager to grow MS2 in new market areas. Attend professional conferences as directed to represent MS2. Cross‐sell other MS2 products and services to existing clients Requirements Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or related field 3 or more years experience as a Project Manager, or similar role Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project Excellent writing skills, as well as outstanding proofreading skills Excellent attention to detail – gets it right the first time Experience with the full software development life cycle (SDLC) Well organized self-starter with strong project management skills who can independently move projects forward, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification Membership in related professional organizaion(s) Previous experience with Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model Previous experience in transportation planning or traffic engineering Benefits We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. We promote a strong work/life balance at MS2. We encourage our employees to pursue their professional interests and take ownership of projects from start to finish. You’ll be working with big data and cloud-based solutions using the latest technologies as part of a fun and energetic team. We get along so well, we even have regular nights out and company sponsored dinners to celebrate our successes! It’s a great place to work. Salary: $70,000-$115,000, to be determined based on the candidate’s individual skills and experience. Benefits: Participation in the MS2 annual bonus program 401(k) w matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Disability insurance Vision insurance We Want You to Be You at MS2: At MS2 a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all employees, whatever their race, gender, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, disability, religion, or veteran status, feel valued and respected. We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all of our departments and programs. We respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard. MS2 is committed to maintaining a welcoming environment with equitable treatment for all, and we strive to: Provide a working environment where all employees feel safe, comfortable, and valued. See diversity, inclusion, and equity as connected to our mission and critical to ensure the well-being of our staff and the agencies we serve. Examine and dismantle any inequities within our policies, systems, programs, and services, and continually update and report our progress to our employees. Explore potential underlying, unquestioned assumptions that interfere with inclusiveness. Encourage company-wide thinking about how systemic inequities impact our organization’s work, and how best to address that in a way that is consistent with our mission. Help to challenge assumptions about what it takes to be a strong leader at our organization, and who is well-positioned to provide leadership. Practice and encourage respectful and transparent communication in all interactions. Commit time and resources to expand more diverse leadership at all levels of our organization. Lead with respect and tolerance. We expect all employees to embrace this notion and to express it in workplace interactions and through everyday practices. MS2 wants every employee to feel our commitment to showing respect for everyone, and we encourage open communication that enables each person to be their best self. MS2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Hybrid Work We require you to work in the office generally at least one day per week. This is not a fully remote position, but we may provide relocation assistance to successful candidates.

We install home and commercial networks in the Bay Area and southern California. In order to best serve our customer locations, this position is US and Pacific Standard Time zone preferred, mostly remote, we are open to other US timezone locations if you're not located in California. We're looking for a talented network engineer with thorough knowledge of the Ubiquiti Unifi ecosystem. Technical skills required: - You're comfortable configuring or troubleshooting most UniFi products - You have experience with large WiFi deployments and are comfortable with wireless frequency planning and optimization, WiFi heat maps and network documentation - You can configure and troubleshoot VPN connections in UniFi example, client, site-to-site, OpenVPN, WireGuard, L2TP, IPSec - You know the differences between Ubiquiti product lines and can explain why someone might want to choose one product over another depending on the deployment and budget requirements

About Black Spectacles  Are you a strategic, customer-focused product manager who can balance big-picture thinking with detailed execution? At Black Spectacles, we’re proud to be the leader in our space—with the strongest brand, a thriving business, and an incredible opportunity for continued growth. As an entrepreneurial company, we’re ambitious in our plans to support the architecture community, fostering an environment where excellence, innovation, and collaboration thrive. We believe that success in product management comes from curiosity, collaboration, and a relentless focus on creating value for customers—and at Black Spectacles, you’ll have all three. We’re seeking a Senior Product Manager to work closely with our CEO to help shape and execute the roadmap for our SaaS-based online learning platform and eLearning products. You’ll play a key role in turning strategy into action, working cross-functionally with Engineering, Learning/Content, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success to deliver products that have measurable impact for customers and drive business growth. At Black Spectacles, you’ll benefit from: A team that lives and celebrates our values daily. Regular opportunities to see and feel the impact of your work. A fully remote work environment, complemented by semi-annual company trips to build connections. Black Spectacles has been recognized by Great Place to Work and Built In as a great place to work, by the American Institute of Architects for the national impact we’re having on the profession of architecture, and by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in the country. Our Ideal Teammate We’re looking for someone who: Is motivated by contributing to a mission-driven company that supports the architecture and design community. Thrives on balancing customer needs, business priorities, and product execution. Takes ownership and accountability for their work. Encourages calculated risks and shares ideas in a safe, supportive environment. Takes a world-class approach to their responsibilities and values collaboration. Lives our values of excellence, innovation, and taking care of our people. Role Overview As a Senior Product Manager, you’ll own major areas of our SaaS-based online learning platform and eLearning products. You’ll translate strategic direction into actionable product plans, oversee backlogs, and guide cross-functional execution to deliver high-quality releases. You’ll work closely with Engineering, Learning/Content, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success to ensure product decisions align with customer needs, market opportunities, and business goals. We offer a competitive base salary of $115,000 to $150,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Responsibilities Product Strategy & Roadmap Translate company vision and strategy into product initiatives and features. Research industry trends and customer insights to identify opportunities for innovation and growth. Develop, prioritize, and maintain the product roadmap in collaboration with stakeholders. Requirements & Documentation Define product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria using JIRA and related tools. Collaborate with design and engineering to scope features and ensure alignment with customer needs. Execution & Delivery Partner with Engineering and QA to ensure timely, high-quality product releases. Collaborate with Marketing and Sales to coordinate product launches, communications, and go-to-market strategies. Incorporate feedback from Customer Success and end users to drive continuous product improvement. Cross-Team Collaboration Work closely with Product, Engineering, Learning/Content, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success teams. Ensure alignment on priorities, timelines, and success metrics. Serve as a strong advocate for the customer while balancing business needs. Mentor and coach early career product team members, providing guidance on product discovery, backlog management, and best practices. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 12+ years of professional experience, with 8+ years in product management roles. Proven success managing SaaS-based products, ideally in online learning or related industries. Strong track record of delivering customer and business impact through product innovation. Experience collaborating across cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Content, Sales, and Customer Success. Skilled in customer discovery, research, and analytics, with the ability to translate insights into product decisions. Proficient with product analytics tools (e.g., Mixpanel, Amplitude, GA) to guide decisions and measure outcomes. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to influence stakeholders and drive execution. Experience mentoring or coaching product team members is a plus. Ability to travel quarterly for in-person meetings and company events. Benefits Work From Home: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely year-round. Comprehensive Benefits: Starting day one, access to BCBS Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance coverage. Savings & Retirement Plans: FSAs, HSAs, and a 401(k) plan with company match up to 4%. Generous Paid Time Off: Accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation annually, along with 8 holidays, 2 floating holidays, and up to 1 week of sick leave. Referral Program: Earn rewards by referring top talent to our team. Team Building: Enjoy semi-annual team gatherings and events that foster collaboration and camaraderie. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact at Black Spectacles, please submit your resume and share why you’re interested in this role. We look forward to considering your application! Black Spectacles is an equal-opportunity employer.