IT Associate

Habitat Health; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Habitat Health is seeking an IT Associate to keep our multi-site PACE centers running securely and reliably. You will own hands-on engineering across endpoints, networking, cloud, printing, AV, phone, and digital signage, and help build playbooks for the internal IT team.

The role requires experience in a HIPAA-regulated environment, scripting, and cloud familiarity, with remote work and 25% travel to Habitat Health sites. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Experience in a healthcare or HIPAA-regulated environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills across hardware, software and network layers.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Exposure to cloud infrastructure (Azure or AWS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to explain tech to non-tech teammates.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT projects from scoping to deployment and documentation.
• Deploy conference room tech and digital signage; manage phone systems.
• Create onboarding/offboarding playbooks and automation; write scripts and dashboards.
• Support printers, AV gear, and peripherals across sites.
• Administer and troubleshoot network infrastructure, VPNs, and security practices.
• Manage SaaS apps, license reviews, and SSO configurations.
• Stay current with tech trends to inform purchasing decisions.

Skills

Networking basics

Scripting (PowerShell, Python)

HIPAA knowledge

Cloud basics (Azure/AWS)

Entra ID & Microsoft 365

Windows/macOS/Linux

Remote collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Graph

Power Automate

RDP/SSH

VPN technologies

SSO configuration

Job description

Habitat Health empowers older adults to experience more good days in their homes and communities. Through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), we provide comprehensive medical care along with support for daily needs such as meals, transportation, and in-home assistance. We deliver coordinated clinical and social care in our centers and directly in participants' homes, creating a fully integrated experience that brings peace of mind and a true sense of belonging. As we expand our scalable, affordable PACE model to meet the growing and complex needs of aging populations, our mission-driven care teams continue to help participants live well on their own terms.

Habitat Health is supported by leading healthcare organizations and investors including New Enterprise Associates, Kaiser Permanente, and Town Hall Ventures. We are entering a period of significant growth and are looking for exceptional teammates to help us scale a better model of care for older adults.

Location

Remote with travel to Habitat Health sites (25% travel)

Estimated Start Date

November 30, 2026

Role Scope

The IT Associate helps keep Habitat Health's multi-site PACE centers running securely and reliably. You will own hands-on engineering and project work across endpoints, networking, cloud, printing, AV, phone, and digital signage; automate repetitive work; and help build the playbooks and tools our internal IT team relies on.

Core Responsibilities & Expectations for the Role

• Own and deliver IT projects from scoping through deployment and documentation, including secure badge-release printing, conference room buildouts, and new site setups, including Wi-Fi surveys, rack and cabling work, and UPS/power planning.
• Deploy and maintain conference room technology (Teams Rooms, displays, speakerphones, cabling); administer office and conference room digital signage; administer phone systems including hard phones, mobile phones, and soft phones (e.g., Teams Phone, RingCentral, TalkDesk, etc.).
• Build and maintain onboarding and offboarding playbooks and automation, and contribute to internal engineering efforts by writing scripts, tools, dashboards, and documentation (PowerShell, Python, Microsoft Graph, Power Automate, etc.)
• Support multi-site printers, peripherals, and AV equipment, including hardware setup, driver/firmware management, and vendor coordination.
• Administer and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including switches, wireless access points, firewalls, VPNs, and overhead paging/speaker systems, using CIDR/subnetting, firewall rules, static routes, and VLAN knowledge; resolve escalated issues with root cause analysis, support disaster recovery and backup restore testing, and document fixes in the knowledge base.
• Administer SaaS applications, including access reviews, license optimization, and SSO configuration.
• Stay current with technology trends and products, including laptops, CPUs, GPUs, RAM, and general technology news, to inform hardware purchasing and recommendations.
• Manage Entra ID and Microsoft 365 policies, including user and group account administration, conditional access, and basic Windows Server administration.
• Follow HIPAA and security best practices in all work, supporting asset inventory, access reviews, and audit requests.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience; 1+ years of IT, engineering, or technical experience (internships and substantial project work will be considered).
• Experience in a healthcare or HIPAA-regulated environment required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a methodical approach to isolating issues across hardware, software, and network layers.
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, subnetting/CIDR, Wi-Fi, VPN, and network diagrams.
• Understanding of different operating systems (Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android), hypervisors, virtual machines, RDP, and SSH.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Scripting or software development experience (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Microsoft Graph, etc)
• Exposure to cloud infrastructure (Azure or AWS).
• Hands-on experience with printers, AV equipment, and peripherals.
• Clear written and verbal communication, including the ability to explain technical topics to non-technical teammates.
• Aligns with our purpose and our values, and is excited about living those out in daily practice.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with comfort navigating ambiguity, adapting quickly, and contributing to continuous improvement.
• Strong learning and growth mindset, including seeking feedback, engaging in healthy debate and using data and curiosity to inform decisions.
• Acts with integrity and ownership, considering the broader organizational impact, doing the right thing, and following through to deliver results.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience building servers, computers, and home labs

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $81,000-$95,000 for candidates located in San Francisco, New York City, or Seattle, and $76,000-$90,000 for candidates located elsewhere. This position is also eligible for a target annual bonus of 10% of the base salary. The final compensation offered will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, education, certifications, geographical location, and business needs.

In addition, this position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability coverage; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 401(k) savings plan that includes a match; paid time off; and company paid holidays.

At-Will Employment

Employment with Habitat Health is at-will. This means that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Nothing in this job posting or any other company document is intended to create a contract of employment, express or implied, or to alter the at-will nature of employment. Any written or oral statements to the contrary are not authorized unless made in writing and signed by an authorized representative of the Company.

Vaccination Policy, including COVID-19

To help maintain a safe environment for our participants and team members, Habitat Health maintains vaccination and infection control policies applicable to certain roles and work locations. For COVID-19 and influenza, team members who are working in a participant care setting are required to provide either proof of vaccination or a signed declination form and comply with applicable masking requirements while in a care setting to the extent permitted by law in the applicable jurisdiction.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

Habitat Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion. Employment decisions at Habitat Health are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Habitat Health is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with applicable law, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with religious beliefs, practices, or observances that require accommodation.

E-Verify Participation Notice

Habitat Health participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with information from your Form I-9 to confirm your authorization to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm your authorization to work, Habitat Health will provide you with written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and/or the Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any adverse employment action is taken, including termination of employment. E-Verify is used only after an applicant has accepted an offer of employment and completed the Form I-9 and to the extent permitted by applicable law. Habitat Health complies with all federal and state employment eligibility verification requirements.