IT Specialist

Sphinx Defense; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 82,261 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

Profit sharing

Employer 401(k) contribution

100% employer covered medical, dental,

vision insurance for you and dependots

Job summary

SPHINX Defense is hiring an experienced IT Specialist to support and secure our internal IT infrastructure in a hybrid Colorado Springs environment. You will handle MDM, access management, and vendor coordination while upholding security policies.

You will work with MacOS/Linux, Google Workspace, Okta, and Atlassian tools, ensuring least-privilege access and compliant device lifecycle management across company assets.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT Support/IT Administrator or similar end-user support role.
• Experience administering macOS in a business environment.
• Experience administering Google Workspace Basic with Okta or another IdP.
• Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Jira Service Management, or similar ITSM).
• Experience managing endpoint devices using MDM platforms (Jamf Pro preferred, Kandji).
• Strong understanding of device lifecycle and employee lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 1 and 2 technical support for MacOS, Linux, and cloud apps.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking, access and account issues.
• Manage support requests through Jira Service Management.
• Administer identity and access: onboarding, role changes, offboarding.
• Manage user access in Okta and Google Workspace.
• Maintain least-privilege and security best practices.
• Manage device lifecycle: provisioning, configuring, deploying, retiring devices.
• Assist with enrollment and troubleshooting for Apple devices.
• Coordinate repairs and warranty claims.
• Assist with MDM using JAMF Pro.
• Support security/compliance via documented procedures.

Skills

MacOS administration

Linux administration

Google Workspace

Okta

Identity & Access Management

Jira Service Management

Security best practices

Asset management

Vendor management

Communication

Independent working

Tools

Jira Service Management

Okta

Google Workspace

Slack

Jamf Pro

Kandji

Job description

ABOUT SPHINX Sphinx builds software to solve complex national security problems in Space. Founded by engineers and technologists with deep experience across commercial and defense technology, we were frustrated by the outdated and insecure technology America's service members are forced to rely on. We're here to do better. We’re focused on building modern, scalable products with an emphasis on using open source technologies. Expect talented, motivated, and interesting colleagues who emphasize collaboration, transparency, and individual responsibility. We are looking for an experienced IT Specialist to work alongside our IT Manager to maintain and enhance our internal IT infrastructure. You will handle MDM asset management, maintain Sphinx internal account access, and assist with vendor management all while ensuring security and compliance.

What you will be focusing on:

• Technical Support Provide Tier 1 and 2 technical support for employees across MacOS, Linux and cloud-based applications such as Okta, Google Workspace, Slack,
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking, access and account-related issues.
• Manage and resolve support requests through Jira Service Management.
• Identity & Access Management Administer user accounts throughout the employee lifecycle Perform onboarding, role changes and offboarding activities.
• Manage user access in Okta and Google Workspace.
• Maintain adherence to least-privilege and security best practices.
• Device Lifecycle Management Provision, configure, deploy, maintain and retire company-issued devices.
• Assist with enrollment, software development, and troubleshooting for Apple devices.
• Coordinate repairs, warranty claims and replacement hardware.
• Assist with Mobile device management using JAMF Pro Shipping and receiving of technology assets.
• Security & Compliance Follow established security policies and operational procedures.
• Assist with endpoint security, device compliance and access reviews.
• Promote security best practices throughout the organization.
• Support compliance through documentation and operational procedures.

You might be a good fit if:

• 5+ years of experience in an IT Support/IT Administrator, or similar end-user support role.
• Experience administering macOS in a business environment.
• Experience administering Google Workspace Basic administration experience with Okta or another identity provider (IdP).
• Experience with Atlassian (JIRA, Jira Service Management, or similar ITSM platforms).
• Experience managing endpoint devices using Mobile Device Management platforms (Jamf Pro preferred, Kandji).
• Strong understanding of device lifecycle management.
• Strong understanding of employee lifecycle management.
• Experience managing hardware inventory and asset tracking.
• Excellent communication skills and enjoy working in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to security best practices.
• You thrive in ambiguous environments.

LOCATION

This hybrid role requires a regular presence in Colorado Springs, CO.

COMPENSATION

This role is between $82,261 - $105,000 base salary.

BENEFITS

• Compensation includes competitive salary, meaningful equity ownership, profit sharing, employer 401(k) contribution, and 100% employer covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
• At Sphinx Defense, we are devoted to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
• Sphinx Defense is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY

This position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances: click here . To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .