IT Systems Administrator

About Us

LeoLabs is the world's leading commercial provider of low Earth orbit (LEO) mapping and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) services. LeoLabs was founded in 2016 as a venture-funded spinout of Silicon Valley research pioneer, SRI International, by scientists and space industry veterans committed to securing Low Earth Orbit (LEO). LeoLabs is built on 30+ years of R&D in radar systems and satellite tracking algorithms. The team is rapidly expanding its global radar network and data services platform to help satellite operators deploy their services safely and to empower governmental space agencies with detailed visibility into the LEO ecosystem. As commercial space ventures and newly-formed space agencies from every corner of the globe compete for their place in the second space race, LeoLabs is here to address a new generation of risks and opportunities to preserve LEO for future generations.

You will be joining our growing IT team, responsible for all central systems and end-user support. In this role, you'll lead efforts to streamline, automate, and scale IT operations while ensuring secure, reliable, and efficient support across the organization. You'll partner closely with the Head of IT to manage support requests and drive infrastructure and automation initiatives.

This position is ideal for an experienced IT professional with deep expertise across device management (MDM), Windows and macOS support, and Microsoft 365 administration.

Key Responsibilities

Lead deployment, configuration, and lifecycle management of endpoints across Windows and macOS environments using Intune and Jamf Pro

Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate system administration and streamline IT workflows

Administer and optimize Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and security features

Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for Windows, macOS, and mobile (iOS/Android) devices

Manage and monitor Microsoft Defender and Sentinel environments to maintain endpoint security posture

Support and enhance video conferencing systems (e.g., Zoom) and related AV technologies

Partner with cross-functional teams to drive endpoint security, automation, and device compliance initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of desktop support experience across Windows and macOS

Strong background in technical troubleshooting and system administration

5+ years supporting Office 365 / Microsoft 365 environments

Advanced PowerShell scripting experience for automation and reporting

Proven experience managing MDM platforms, including Intune and Jamf Pro

Familiarity with Microsoft Defender and Sentinel for endpoint protection

Active or eligible for security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced administration experience with Intune and Jamf Pro

Experience supporting Android, iPhone, and iPad devices

Strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills

Familiarity with network systems including Wi-Fi, VLANs, and related infrastructure

Experience with endpoint deployment automation systems

Experience administering Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, etc.)

Knowledge of 802.1x, RADIUS, and NAC implementations

Experience providing executive-level support

Within 1 month, you'll

• Complete our onboarding program designed to get you up to speed on our business, vision and team
• Gain an understanding about how your role fits into LeoLabs broader organization
• Ramp up on current onboarding and support processes

Within 3 months, you'll

• Be deeply involved with the onboarding for all new employees
• Work towards upgrading our existing wireless setup
• Understand our systems and actively streamlining support requests
• Work towards streamlining our computer deployments

Within 6 months, you'll

• Streamlined the onboarding experience
• Work toward automating the new hire setup
• Settled on awifi upgrade path
• Worked with our Software teams to streamline and automate vulnerability management

Within 12 months, you'll

• Have automated the new account setup process
• Streamlined new computer rollouts using automation tools
• Deep understanding of our support processes and actively finding ways to improve them
• Upgraded wifi setup with additional security and authentication
• Have a deep understanding of our IT infrastructure and created a plan to streamline and enhance

Perks and Benefits

Global workforce: flexible remote/hybrid opportunities

Work on complex, meaningful missions with real-world impact

Unlimited paid time off for most roles

Competitive salary and equity packages

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

Access to the forefront of commercial space operations and defense innovation

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More information regarding ITAR can be found at DDTC's website here.