Senior IT & Cybersecurity Lead — Space Tech Ops

Apex; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Healthcare

PTO 15-20 days + holidays

401(k) match

Parental leave

Lunch & snacks

Office in Playa Vista

Job summary

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking an IT Manager to lead our information technology infrastructure, systems, and teams.

The role focuses on operating excellence, security, and alignment with business goals, blending technical expertise with strategic leadership. Based at our Playa Vista office, you will drive IT strategy and oversee cloud and on-premises resources while mentoring staff to enable scalable digital solutions across our aerospace mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Certifications: PMP, CISSP, CISM, or ITIL
• Experience: 5–10 years in IT, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in networking, cloud computing (e.g., O365/Intune, AWS GovCloud, Azure, SharePoint), scripting, cybersecurity tools (SIEM, NESSUS, CASB/SASE, SOAR, XDR/EDR), and project management software.
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and analytical abilities to bridge technical and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Implement IT strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Direct the IT plan, budgeting, resource allocation, and forecasting.
• Lead cross-functional teams and mentor staff.
• Oversee daily IT operations, including network maintenance, hardware/software procurement, backup maintenance, and system uptime.
• Assess current systems and assets to recommend upgrades, migrations, or optimizations.
• Ensure IT infrastructure scalability, reliability, and integration with business processes.
• Manage major IT projects with timelines, budgets, and stakeholder coordination.
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver technology solutions that support business needs.
• Enhance cybersecurity measures, risk assessments, policy development, and incident response.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and audits.
• Negotiate with vendors for IT services, software licenses, and hardware.
• Control IT budgets, track expenditures, and optimize costs.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for end-users and staff.
• Develop and deliver training programs on new technologies and best practices.

Skills

Networking

Cloud computing

Scripting

Cybersecurity tools

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

O365/Intune

AWS GovCloud

Azure

SharePoint

SIEM

NESSUS

CASB/SASE

SOAR

XDR/EDR

Job description

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking an IT Manager to lead our information technology infrastructure, systems, and teams.

The role focuses on operating excellence, security, and alignment with business goals, blending technical expertise with strategic leadership. Based at our Playa Vista office, you will drive IT strategy and oversee cloud and on-premises resources while mentoring staff to enable scalable digital solutions across our aerospace mission.