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Senior IT Systems Engineer

K2 Space· IT
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Los Angeles, CA$125k - $155kfull-timePosted 5mo ago

About the role

Senior IT Systems Engineer responsible for architecting, deploying, and maintaining mission-critical enterprise systems, driving complex infrastructure projects, and setting technical direction to scale operations for a fast-growing satellite company.

Responsibilities

  • Architect, deploy, and administer enterprise systems including Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and virtualization platforms (VMware / Hyper-V)
  • Design and maintain hybrid cloud infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Lead infrastructure projects from planning through deployment, including migrations, upgrades, and new system rollouts
  • Monitor system performance and availability; proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks and points of failure
  • Develop and enforce IT policies, standards, and best practices across systems and security domains
  • Manage backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions; conduct regular testing and documentation
  • Collaborate with the security team to harden systems, apply patches, and maintain compliance with frameworks such as NIST 800-171, or CMMC
  • Evaluate and onboard new technologies and vendors; provide technical recommendations to leadership
  • Serve as a senior escalation point for Tier 3 support issues across infrastructure and systems
  • Mentor junior and mid-level IT staff; conduct knowledge sharing and contribute to team documentation

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in IT systems engineering or infrastructure roles
  • Deep expertise in Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) and Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu, or CentOS) administration
  • Strong experience with virtualization technologies (VMware vSphere, Hyper-V)
  • Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar
  • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, VLANs, BGP/OSPF, firewalls, and load balancers
  • Experience with identity and access management (Active Directory, Azure AD, LDAP, SSO/MFA)
  • Familiarity with ITSM tools (Jira Service Management) and ITIL practices
  • Strong documentation habits and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders

Skills

Required:Windows Server administrationLinux administrationVirtualizationCloud platformsScripting / automationNetworkingIdentity and access management
Nice to have:ITSM / ITIL

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
Last updated Aug 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About K2 Space

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