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Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture. The Security Engineering Manager will lead the evolution of our cybersecurity engineering, architecture, and operations. This role bridges strategic and tactical domains – collaborate cross-functionally with IT and business stakeholders, oversee enterprise security architecture (both Cloud and on-prem), manage security engineering team, and optimize security operations (including an outsourced SOC). This is a strategic role designed for a seasoned security expert with a proven ability to manage teams, architect complex solutions, and influence across departments. The successful candidate must be strategic while also comfortable at tactical level, with both leadership and hands-on responsibilities. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to: Leadership & Strategy Serve as a strategic advisor to the IT leadership team on emerging threats, investment priorities, and security posture. Set and track KPIs, KRIs, OKRs, and metrics to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement. Collaborate closely with Infrastructure and Operations, Enterprise Applications, Application Development, and Enterprise Data teams to embed security into their processes. Present to executive stakeholders and help translate technical risk into business impact. Serve as the security SME in enterprise projects and technology investments, including tool evaluations, acquisitions, and divestitures, including strategic planning, budgeting, and cross-functional alignment. Security Architecture & Engineering Define and drive the enterprise security architecture roadmap across infrastructure, cloud, applications, and Operational Technology (OT). Lead the design and implementation of security controls, frameworks, and reference architectures. Oversee architecture reviews, and secure-by-design practices across the organization. Ensure baseline security measures are implemented and monitored (e.g., hardening, patching, zero trust, segmentation). Manage integration and ongoing optimization of security tools (e.g., CSPM, CNAPP, IAM, PKI, DLP). Identity & Access Management (IAM) Lead the Security Engineering function responsible for Identity and Access Management Architect and enhance enterprise IAM strategy including RBAC, PAM, MFA, SoD, and JML lifecycle. Drive IAM policy creation and enforcement across service, privileged, and user accounts. Guide the definition of IAM operating models, access certification processes, and automation of identity governance. Security Operations & Incident Response Oversee day-to-day security operations including SOC management (outsourced), SIEM/SOAR (Microsoft Sentinel), EDR/XDR, and threat detection and response. Collaborate with the SOC to improve detection rules, reduce false positives, and ensure robust incident detection and response capabilities. Plan and oversee penetration testing, forensic analysis, and incident investigations. Governance, Risk, & Compliance Align security architecture and operations with regulatory frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CMMC, PCI-DSS, and GDPR. Partner with the GRC and Audit teams to ensure technical controls support broader compliance and risk. Coordinate with the GRC team to support policy development, risk assessments, and business continuity/disaster recovery planning. Requirements Physical Activities: The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, climb or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Qualifications Experience: 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity with increasing leadership responsibility, with at least 4+ years direct people management in technical security teams. Extensive experience in security architecture, cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, M365), and enterprise security tools. Strong command of at least 3 of the following core security domains: IAM, SIEM, vulnerability management, network security, DevSecOps, and incident response. Experience leading or managing an outsourced SOC or MDR provider. Proven leadership in security engineering and operations in a hybrid (cloud/on-prem) environment. Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, related field, or equivalent work experience. Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Advanced degree (e.g., MS in Cybersecurity) is a plus. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert, Azure Solutions Architect, or CEH. Experience with Microsoft Defender suite, Intune, Microsoft Sentinel, various IAM and Vulnerability Management Tools. Familiarity with security control frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, CIS). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to lead across functions and influence executive stakeholders. Experience in Zero Trust architecture and OT security a big plus. Salary range for this position is $111,000 - $165,000 depending on experience Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Inspiroz is seeking a driven, detail-oriented Junior School Technology Specialist (STS) to join our on-site IT support team in Colorado Springs.  As an STS, you will play a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day technology support across Inspiroz’ portfolio of charter schools.  Working under the supervision of an Inspiroz Service Delivery Manager, you will interact regularly with our remote technical support team and various client contacts. For over a decade, Inspiroz has established a reputation in the Managed IT Services industry as a premier provider of charter school focused technology strategy and support.  Take the next step in your IT career, and apply today! Key responsibilities for this position include the following:  Technical support and problem resolution  Take the lead in resolving technical issues that require on-site support.  Manage on-site installation, repairs, and maintenance for workstations, network equipment and peripheral devices.  Conduct thorough troubleshooting to identify the root cause of problems.  Assist with projects on an as-needed basis, collaborating with project teams and stakeholders as required.  Act as the liaison between on-site operations and the remote IT support team in India.  Communicate technical issues and requirements to the remote team accurately and clearly.  Provide detailed information and documentation to facilitate remote troubleshooting and support.  Works closely with the remote service desk team to resolve technical issues.  Stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends, advancements, and best practices in the education sector.   Customer support and service  Communicates updates, challenges, and tasks to the client in a clear and timely manner.  Listens actively to client concerns and addresses them appropriately.  Establishes and maintains strong relationships with clients, fostering a sense of trust and partnership.  Assists clients in aligning technology solutions with their specific goals and requirements.  Ensures client satisfaction by following up on issue resolution and providing necessary support.  Takes personal interest in the quality of work and meeting customer needs.  Demonstrates professionalism and clarity in written communication, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail in all email interactions.  Responds to emails within two hours during business hours and ensures timely responses to after-hours emails or requests, as per the company's communication policy.’  Time Entry and Ticket Management  Accurately and diligently tracks time spent on-site using ConnectWise Manage's time entry feature.  Regularly updates ticket statuses and provides clear and concise notes for effective communication and collaboration.  Follows the company's established workflow procedures, including ticket creation, assignment, and resolution processes in ConnectWise Manage.  Conducts a thorough review of assigned tickets for the next day before the end of the current shift to prepare effectively.  Requirements Knowledge of:  Windows Systems  Mac Systems  Active Directory  Networking equipment and concepts  Hardware repairs and installations  Skills  Excellent customer service skills  Excellent hands-on technical support skills  Excellent verbal and written communication skills  Abilities  Ability to demonstrate passion for technology, innovation, troubleshooting, and making a difference.  Ability to adapt to changing situations, be flexible in approach, and effectively multitask.  Ability to self-motivate and work independently when required, taking initiative and ownership of tasks.  Ability to assess own limitations, recognize when to ask for help, and effectively collaborate with others.  Education:  The successful candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree in a Technology related field or equivalent certifications.  Experience:  The successful candidate should have at least 1-2 years’ experience in Tier 1 and 2 technical support.  Benefits What Our Ideal Candidate Will Receive:  A company focused on maintaining a great company culture  An opportunity to make a difference in the company and to be rewarded for doing so  A company that is always looking to improve while adhering to our core principles.  An opportunity for career growth within the organization  Competitive compensation package with variable pay potential and benefits  We are a mission-focused company that is committed to ensuring children of all backgrounds and abilities have the opportunity to excel academically and achieve greatness. We share in that passion with our school partners and live it through our values of: “Be Courageous”, “The Extra Mile”, “Today, Not Tomorrow” and “Communicate. Communicate. Communicate.”

The Tsui Group is seeking a qualified and experienced candidate to join our aviation team as a Project Manager V - Terminal Delivery Director in Los Angeles County. The position is responsible for managing the scope, schedule and operational interfaces of all design & construction related activities for a given Terminal Modernization project.  Essential Job Duties: Ensuring implementation of a quality assurance plan and monitoring of all design & construction activities with a robust quality control process for all phases of the project Overseeing, managing, and mitigating risks of technical design & construction interfaces between projects, contractors, and third parties Supervising and guiding the project teams in conjunction with the TDIP leadership and project managers of the terminal program Implementing, supervising, guiding, and monitoring of the logistics activities during all construction phases of all projects of the terminal program, both with reference to construction, operations, and maintenance aspects. Overseeing, implementing, supervising, and monitoring testing and commissioning Monitoring dispute resolution for all LAWA inspection deviations Facilitating the flow of information between the terminal program and the other various LAWA projects (currently ongoing and those in the planning phase) and the various divisions/groups within LAWA (ADG, CDD, CALM, etc.). i.e.: technical liaison with and between all TDIP project teams  Identifying and resolving potential problems related to design & construction activities between the various TDIP terminal contracts and other LAWA projects Reviewing and commenting on design plans and technical documents related to constructability and logistics Assisting in risk management and mitigation for the terminal program to facilitate the schedule and support cost containment Evaluating activities affecting traffic both within the CTA and regionally around the airport in support of the CALM group, including coordinating traffic analysis for temporary and permanent configurations. Supporting scheduling activities, including the coordination of the terminal program schedule with the schedules of other LAWA projects affecting the program Facilitating interface coordination meetings among the project teams Working with the project teams to verify that all interface elements and the integrated system are functioning as expected Monitoring schedule progress and anticipating potential issues that may affect key milestones Developing, tracking, and managing the sequence of work for the various terminal projects Coordinating quality and safety requirements with LAWA Inspection Estimating (supported by the ADG estimating team)·       Coordinating review of design-builder estimates on LAWA-managed projects forcontractual compliance and, where required, alignment with fair market value Overseeing review of change proposals for contractual compliance and whererequired, alignment with fair market value Coordinating the provision of conceptual estimates for new scopes of work Coordinating assistance to project managers with change order negotiation andpreparation of records of negotiation Ensuring citation and record of pricing sources used in preparing estimates May assume other duties as required/needed. Maybe required to work past regular work shift. Maybe required to work various shifts as needed. Requirements Minimum Required Qualifications and Skills: 20 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects Has demonstrable specialized experience / area of expertise Experience with projects more than $250 million in value. Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR and Design/Build Proven ability to perform in a management capacity Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations Must have a self-starter attitude with proactive, results-oriented focus; and willing and capable to assume additional responsibilities Must be able to interface with a variety of people with different technical levels and educational backgrounds Must be detail oriented and highly organized Education/Training/Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field required Master's degree preferred Relevant professional licensure and/or certification are strongly preferred. Certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc. Hardware/Software Knowledge: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam  Familiarity with Project Management Information Systems Ability to work in CAD or REVIT preferred  Benefits Salary Range: $243,000-$248,000 Medical, Vision, & Dental – 100% covered for the employee* Life and Disability Insurance 10.5 days of Vacation pay (Accrued) 6 days of Sick pay (Available Immediately) 10 days of Holiday pay (9 Holidays, 1 Personal Day) 3% Employer Contribution 401k (After 1 year of service) Monthly Stipend for Cell Phone Laptop for work purposes

Saalex is seeking a General and Operations Manager (Program Manager) in Norfolk, VA. Saalex is seeking an experienced and highly skilled General and Operations Managers (Program Managers) to join our team for a contingent contracted effort. Position Type: Full-Time/Contingent Salary: $80K-$250K (depending on experience) Work Location: Hybrid remote/in-office. Essential Functions: Serve as the overall lead, manager, and administrator for the contracted effort Oversee operations across multiple departments and locations Act as the primary interface and point of contact with Government program authorities Address technical and program/project-related issues with Government stakeholders Manage acquisition and allocation of program resources Ensure successful execution of Task Order (TO) requirements Plan, organize, direct, and execute multiple development projects, including: Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS) Computer-Based Training (CBT) Other duties as assigned or required Requirements Required: Minimum 10 years of experience required. At least 5 years of experience within the last 8 years must have been in support of defense acquisition or Navy program management. Of the minimum 10 years of experience required, at least 7 years of supervisory experience within the last 10 years is required. Of the minimum 10 years of experience required, at least 8 years of experience within the last 10 years is required planning, organizing, directing, and executing multiple IETMs, PMS, or CBT development projects. Specific required experience may be concurrent. Bachelor’s degree in a Business, Engineering, Computer Science/IT, or Technical discipline. Security Clearance: Full or Interim Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc. Education: Bachelor’s degree in a Business, Engineering, Computer Science/IT, or Technical discipline. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources Stock Option Plan

ASSISTANT(Online Content, Facebook Posts, Errands, etc. (Near I-95 Treasure Coast) Ideal for SERIOUS, ambitious, energetic student or recent graduate who wants to make $$$ and be productive. Staring at your phone all day...NO PROBLEM LOL get paid for it by being our Online Content Coordinator and Assistant for our exciting Container House Business!!! Start immediately! FULL OR PART TIME Requirements: NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Need: Transportation, Tech Friendly, Physical and Mental High Energy, Positive and Fresh attitude $15-30hr, profit sharing, bonuses etc... for the RIGHT Person...Estimated pay $3000/month + Please do not reply if you do not meet these requirements and more...