IT Systems Engineer

Hivewatch, Inc.
El Segundo, CA, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$130,000.0 - $160,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Proxmox Microsoft Access Microsoft Windows Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Software as a Service Configuration Management VMware ESX Servers Github Identity and Access Management Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Routing
+7 more
Productivity Software Virtualization Technology Wireless Networks Google Cloud Information Technology Gsuite Firewall Services Module

Job description

  • As a Senior IT Systems Engineer, you own corporate IT end-to-end - from Google Workspace and endpoint management to engineering enablement and cybersecurity partnership
  • You’ll be the technical authority on internal infrastructure, partnering with Engineering on security initiatives and ensuring our growing team has the tools and access they need to deliver
  • Administer business productivity software (Google Workspace, Microsoft 365) including access, policy configuration, and license management
  • Drive IT projects independently from scoping through delivery
  • Manage endpoints via MDM ensuring adherence to device policy
  • Gather information to chase an issue to resolution, even when unfamiliar. Leveraging and understanding logs, opening tickets with service providers, and keeping affected parties apprised
  • Triage and resolve internal IT requests, balancing reactive work with proactive improvements
  • Support the HQ technology stack including wireless networks, presentation equipment, conference rooms, phones, and printers
  • Own engineering tooling provisioning and licensing (GitHub, SaaS access)
  • Administer cloud IAM (AWS, GCP) for non-production access - provisioning, group management, access reviews
  • Partner with Engineering on security initiatives - SOC 2 evidence collection, IAM access reviews, endpoint security posture
  • Support VPN and internal tooling that engineering depends on
  • Create and deliver documentation regarding best practices and configuration changes
  • Work from our headquarters in El Segundo, CA

Requirements

Skills & expertise Time management Communication skills Identity and Access Management (IAM) Problem-solving skills Microsoft 365, * Strong MacOS background and experience supporting Windows environments (physical and virtual endpoints)

  • Experience with one or more IAM tools with a strong understanding of SSO, provisioning, as well as application and group management
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to explain technical concepts to various stakeholders
  • Strong time management, organizational, written and verbal skills
  • Exceptional problem-solving abilities with demonstrated experience recommending the right solution to complex challenges
  • 6+ years of technical support experience for SMBs, whether internal or as an external consultant (MSP)
  • Experience troubleshooting networks (configuring routing, firewall rules & virtual private networks)
  • Experience working with on-prem virtualization platforms (VMware ESXi, Proxmox, AHV, etc.)
  • Experience working in one or more major cloud provider environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Demonstrated experience working alongside security/compliance teams on SOC 2 or similar
  • A wide knowledge of troubleshooting principles, best practices, and premier support skills
  • Direct experience supporting a GSOC or SOC environment
  • Low voltage & cabling experience
  • Familiarity with FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, or similar government security frameworks
  • Startup experience and/or early stage SaaS experience

Benefits & conditions

  • Work-Life Balance: Work from home 2 days a week, unlimited PTO for salaried employees (and yes, we actually encourage you to use it!), and paid company holidays
  • Family Friendly: Flexible scheduling for family commitments - from recitals to doctor appointments, and optional pet insurance for your furry family members
  • Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, along with mental health support and resources, optional HSA or FSA plans, and life and disability insurance
  • Perks & More: 401(k), regular team events and celebrations, learning and development opportunities, and an employee referral program.

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