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IT Systems Engineer III/IV

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In-Office
San Luis Obispo, CA
115K-176K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
San Luis Obispo, CA
115K-176K Annually
Senior level
Maintain and improve enterprise IT infrastructure for a UAS company: design and deploy infrastructure, decommission legacy systems, provide Tier 3 desktop support, plan and execute projects, manage patching and monitoring, enforce security initiatives and CMMC 2.0 compliance, and ensure backup/DR and high availability across Windows, Linux, macOS, cloud, and networking environments.
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At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.

We're building the future of UAS capabilities, and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on next-generation flight systems, you belong here.

We are seeking an experienced IT Systems Engineer to maintain and improve systems infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have proven track record of systems engineering with increasing responsibilities, and the ability to work collaboratively with various engineering, IT, and program leads to implement and maintain a robust systems infrastructure. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

  • Design and Implement New Infrastructure:  Build out new infrastructure as required to accommodate growth and new requirements and decommission end of life systems. 
  • Support Desktop Team: Provide advanced Tier 3 trouble shooting and support to desktop team. 
  • Project planning: Plan and implement new efforts set forth by leadership. 
  • Updates and Patching: Maintain pathing and monitoring of infrastructure. 
  • Security Initiatives: Work with IT Security Engineer to monitor and implement strict security standards. 
  • Monitoring, Testing and Troubleshooting: Enforce strategies for monitoring, testing, and troubleshooting application performance, enterprise infrastructure, security, backup, COOP/DR, and high availability 
  • Enforce CMMC 2.0 Regulations:  Work closely with CMMC Security Analyst and IT Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain systems to CMMC 2.0 standards. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: (doesn’t have to exactly follow below bullets, but provided as a guide) 

  • Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or a related field.  Or five or more years’ of work experience as a IT Systems Engineer or related position. 
  • Experience: five or more years’ of work experience as a IT Systems Engineer or related position, with a solid understanding of enterprise IT architecture. 
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in a broad range of infrastructure tools and technologies, including firewalls, routing, switching, wireless, and authentication. Also server operating systems including Windows and Linux.  Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or Powershell. 
  • OS Platforms: Proficient in Windows, Linux and Mac operating systems. 
  • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, and Office 365 
  • Networking and Infrastructure:  Proficient in vlans, VPN technologies, Firewalls, and networking best practices in a DOW environment. 
  • Security Frameworks:  Familiarity with CMMC 2.0 and Dfars 252.204-712 and NIST 800-171.  ISO 27001, and ITAR beneficial. 
  • U.S. Citizenship 

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CompTIA or other industry certifications. 
  • Experience: 3-5 years of experience in a government regulated industry or similar high security industry. 

 

Pay range for this role
$115,000$176,000 USD

What's in it for you:

Benefits: 

  • Competitive total compensation package 
  • Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
  • 401k with company-match 
  • 4 weeks of paid time off each year
  • 12 annual company holidays

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

  • Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.
  • Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team! 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system. Learn more about your rights and responsibilities under E-Verify: https://www.e-verify.gov.

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