IT Manager — Space Tech (Onsite Playa Vista) + Equity

Apex Space, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Best-in-class healthcare

PTO & holidays

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Lunch & snacks

Office in Playa Vista

Stock options

Job summary

Apex Space, Inc. is seeking an IT Manager to lead our information technology infrastructure, systems, and teams. This senior role oversees operations, security, and alignment of IT with business goals from our Playa Vista office in Los Angeles.

The candidate will drive strategic IT planning, supervise staff, manage budgets, and guide cloud, networking, and cybersecurity initiatives in a fast-growing aerospace environment. This role is on-site full-time.

Qualifications

• Certifications: PMP, CISSP, CISM, or ITIL is a plus
• Experience: 7+ years in IT, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role
• Soft Skills: Leadership, communication, problem-solving, and analytical abilities to bridge technical and business teams
• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder
• Must be willing to work full-time onsite at our office in the Playa Vista area of Los Angeles

Responsibilities

• Implement IT strategies aligned with organizational objectives and budget
• Lead cross-functional teams and mentor staff
• Manage daily IT operations: networks, hardware, backups, system uptime
• Oversee IT projects: timelines, budgets, stakeholder coordination
• Enhance cybersecurity measures and ensure data protection compliance
• Negotiate with vendors and manage IT budgets
• Provide user support and deliver training on new technologies

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Tools

Networking

Cloud computing (O365/Intune, AWS GovCloud, Azure, SharePoint)

Scripting

Cybersecurity tools (SIEM, NESSUS, CASB/SASE, SOAR, XDR/EDR)

Project management software

Job description

Apex Space, Inc. is seeking an IT Manager to lead our information technology infrastructure, systems, and teams. This senior role oversees operations, security, and alignment of IT with business goals from our Playa Vista office in Los Angeles.

The candidate will drive strategic IT planning, supervise staff, manage budgets, and guide cloud, networking, and cybersecurity initiatives in a fast-growing aerospace environment. This role is on-site full-time.