IT Specialist

ZP is seeking an IT System Specialist to deploy and maintain IT systems inside Secret Collateral and SCI-accredited spaces, including SCIF infrastructure.

This role is responsible for building, securing, accrediting, and operating the IT backbone of our classified spaces. You will install and maintain CWAN, DISN, SIPR, and/or JWICS networks, deploy classified-compliant workstations and peripherals and support all end-user systems in coordination with our ISSM and Facility Security Officer.

This is a hands-on technical role that directly enables the client's classified mission execution.

• 5+ years supporting corporate or enterprise IT environments
• Strong experience with endpoint management (macOS, Windows, Linux)
• Hands-on experience with identity and access management (SSO, MFA, RBAC)
• Experience administering internal networks, VPNs, Wi-Fi, and office infrastructure
• Strong understanding of security best practices for corporate IT environments
• Ability to operate in a fast-moving startup environment with minimal process overhead
• Comfortable owning systems end-to-end with high reliability expectations

• Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with MDM platforms (e.g., Jamf, Intune, Kandji)
• Familiarity with cloud-based IT tooling (Google Workspace, Okta, Slack, Atlassian, etc.)
• Experience supporting distributed or hybrid teams
• Exposure to compliance-driven environments (SOC 2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP-adjacent workflows)
• Scripting or automation experience to streamline IT operations
• Ability to obtain or currently hold a U.S. Government SECRET clearance
• Experience supporting or setting up IT systems in classified or controlled-access environments

• Employees have fast, reliable, secure access to the tools they need
• Corporate IT systems are scalable, well-documented, and easy to operate
• Endpoints are consistently configured, patched, and secure
• Minimal downtime and fast response to IT issues
• IT processes that balance strong security with developer velocity
• Strong trust established across engineering, operations, and leadership, * $135,000 to $150,000
• Unlimited PTO and observance of most U.S. federal government holidays.
• Quarterly health & wellness benefits supporting both mental and physical well-being.
• Comprehensive health insurance for employees and their families, with 100% coverage for employees.
• 4% employer 401(k) matching to encourage long-term retirement savings.