Benefits:

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Role Overview

The North America IT Engineer will oversee and support the information technology operations for AB Dynamics North American affiliated group companies. This role involves managing and supporting IT systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and compliance. The role is responsible for maintaining secure, reliable, and compliant IT environments, including network infrastructure, end-user computing, cybersecurity, website support, and data privacy compliance (GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable regulations).

This hands-on leadership position ensures IT systems align with business objectives while proactively supporting growth, security, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

IT Operations Management

Manage and support computer inventory, software applications, updates and deployment

Manage and support Microsoft Office 365 environments across all companies.

Administer Microsoft Defender security platforms and respond to security events

Oversee the design, development and maintenance of each company's independent network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, firewalls, VPNs, wireless networks).  Standardization where appropriate is a design goal.

Coordinate requirements and spending with external vendors for services, such as website hosting, advanced cybersecurity, and telecommunications.

Support and Service Delivery

Serve as the primary escalation point for IT support issues across all three companies.

Maintain high availability of business-critical systems, websites, and internal IT resources.

Provide training and resources for staff to effectively use IT systems.

Cybersecurity and Data Privacy

Implement, monitor, and enhance cybersecurity best practices using Microsoft Defender and other security tools.

Ensure compliance with GDPR (Europe), CCPA (California), and other applicable privacy laws, including policy development and audits.

Lead incident response efforts in case of breaches or data loss.

Project Management Plan and execute IT projects such as system upgrades, new software deployments, and network improvements. Develop and maintain IT policies, procedures, and documentation. Strategic Planning and Reporting

Align IT strategies with company goals across all entities

Report regularly to leadership on IT performance, risks, project status, and compliance updates.

Evaluate and recommend new technologies and initiatives to improve efficiency and security.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience & Behaviours

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Proven experience in IT administration, with a focus on Microsoft 365 and Azure

Microsoft certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft 3654 Certified, Enterprise Administrator Expert, or equivalent are desirable.

Strong understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN – Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell) for automation and administration tasks.

Experience with security best practices and tools, such as firewalls, antivirus, and intrusion detection systems.

Proven ability to maintain and troubleshoot network infrastructure (Cisco, Ubiquiti, Fortinet, or equivalent).

Solid understanding of GDPR, CCPA, and general data privacy best practices.

Experience managing website operations and working with web development vendors or platforms.

Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities across different business entities.

Preferred Skills

Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, or NIST.

Basic knowledge of CRM systems, ERP systems, and website CMS platforms.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Must be able to walk, bend, reach, and lift, if necessary 25 pounds or more. The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. This is a high-energy, multi-faceted position requiring personal initiative and flexibility.

Must have vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus Competencies:

Technical Skills: Maintains current understanding of technical processes/equipment, uses technology to increase performance/productivity

Organizational Skills: Information organized and accessible, maintains efficient workspace, manages time well

Interpersonal Skills: Builds strong relationships, is flexible/adaptable, works well with others, solicits feedback.

Job Knowledge: Understands facets of job, aware of duties and responsibilities, keeps job knowledge current

Productivity: Manages workload, works efficiently, meets goals and objectives

Why the AB Dynamics Group?

Our Mission is to empower our customers to accelerate the development of vehicles that are safer, more efficient and have less impact on the environment. We lead through engineering innovation and technology; our Vision is to provide world class innovative automation and vehicle application solutions created sustainably with passion by our people, delivering excellent products and services to our partners.

We set ourselves ambitious objectives and strive to work by our Values of Customers, People, Diversity, Innovation, Excellence and Responsibility.