> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4024961-it-site-lead](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4024961-it-site-lead). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Site Lead - **Company:** Hadrian Automation - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Firewall, JIRA, Software as a Service, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Information Technology Operations, Local Area Networks, Networking Basics, Virtual Local Area Networks, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Wi-Fi Technology, Wireless Application Protocol (WAP), Okta, Microsoft InTune, AI Platforms, SAP MDG, OPUS (Software) - **Published:** October 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6b0865d90637b2bb ## About the Role * High degree of independence and accountability - this role works without a local IT manager to lean on, and needs to be self-reliant, self-driven, and proactive rather than reactive * High degree of ownership - drives issues to resolution without waiting to be asked * Familiarity with networking fundamentals: LAN/WAN, VLANs, firewall administration, Wi-Fi * Endpoint management experience with Intune, Mosyle, or FleetDM * Familiarity with Okta for identity and access management * Comfortable operating as a remote extension of a distributed team * Manufacturing or industrial environment experience strongly preferred * Experience working with military departments or federal agencies * CMMC, ITAR, and CUI handling experience a plus What Will Set You Apart * Excellent communication and customer service skills * Ability to be self motivated and take initiative without direct instructions * Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism while working on a customer site. ## Description Hadrian is building a new precision manufacturing facility in partnership with Lockheed in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. We're looking for an Site Lead to own the buildout, day-to-day tech operations and serve as the face of Hadrian tech for the entire site. This is a hands-on role with real ownership: you'll manage endpoints, support manufacturing technicians and engineering staff, maintain local infrastructure, serve as the point person for day-2 vendors, and help visiting employees from other sites resolve issues while they're on-site. When fully operational you'll support manufacturing technicians in the use of Hadrian's proprietary AI platform Opus. You'll act as a bridge between the customer and product providing valuable feedback directly from the factory floor to help further refine and develop the platform. As a remote extension of the central tech team, you'll also contribute to overall Helpdesk operations by supporting other Hadrian employees through Jira Service Management and co-managing the company's suite of SaaS tools. You'll report to the Manager of Tech Deployment and work closely with a central team covering IT, infrastructure, cybersecurity, network, and helpdesk across all Hadrian sites. What You'll Do Site Operations * Own all on-site IT support for facility employees and production staff * Manage device lifecycle using Hadrian's asset management and MDM tools * Manage your ticket queue in Jira Service Management and drive issues to resolution * Maintain local network and infrastructure health; escalate to central infrastructure teams as needed * Serve as the on-call escalation point for on-site IT support needs. * Interface with Lockheed IT personnel and other Lockheed facility staff to maintain facilities related to IT operations. Construction and Build Out Support * Work with the Manager of IT Deployment to support the IT buildout of the Lockheed facility in partnership with the Factory Development and central IT teams * Coordinate with facilities and construction on-site during construction to confirm electrical and low-voltage vendors are building infrastructure correctly, and provide regular status updates * Manage the logistics; receive, stage, and deploy infrastructure, endpoint hardware, and peripherals Security and Compliance * Enforce Hadrian's security tooling and policies on-site: EDR, MDM, and IAM * Support CMMC Level 2 compliance requirements for CUI handling at the facility * Coordinate with central IT and InfoSec on incidents, vulnerability remediation, and compliance reviews Vendor and Asset Management * Manage local vendor relationships, hardware maintenance contracts, and ISP coordination * Maintain, organize, and keep an accurate asset inventory for all on-site IT equipment and consumables * Manage shipping and receiving of IT and infrastructure materials (switches, WAPs, and similar equipment)