Venturi Astrolab, Inc.
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. is hiring: Sr. IT Specialist in Hawthorne
Venturi Astrolab, Inc., Hawthorne, CA, United States, 90250
Sr. IT Specialist
Department: IT
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Hawthorne, California
Reporting To: John Cararella
Compensation: $105,000 - $125,000 / year
Description
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.
Astrolab is looking for a reliable and customer service minded IT Specialist to join our team and provide critical IT support and maintenance. As an IT Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient functioning of our IT infrastructure and enabling our team members excel in their roles.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide on-site technical support to address IT issues, troubleshoot hardware and software problems, and resolve technical challenges
- Setup of new user equipment including laptops, tablets and phones and configuring user requirements including software and inclusion with Entra and Intune
- Basic understanding of network configuration and troubleshooting
- Collaborate with remote IT teams to assist in system upgrades, patch management, and maintenance tasks
- Assist in the setup and maintenance of audiovisual equipment for presentations, meetings, and collaboration
- Manage user accounts, permissions, and access control to ensure data security and privacy
- Maintain accurate records of IT assets, equipment, and inventory
- Provide technical training and support to employees to enhance their IT skills and resolve basic IT-related issues
- Collaborate with external vendors for equipment procurement and repairs when necessary
- Have hands-on experience with Microsoft Office 365 including creation, management and troubleshooting of issues within the platform and within SharePoint
- Have hands-on experience with Azure (creation of VMs and related objects/networking), Entra and Intune for system management including group policy setup, modification and troubleshooting
What’s Prepared You:
- Associates degree (or higher) in an information technology related field OR a high school diploma/equivalent and 5+ years’ of experience in an IT support function
- Experience with endpoint software automation (Microsoft Autopilot)
- Experience setting up virtual machines and other supporting elements in Azure
- Microsoft Office 365, Exchange, Entra, Intune and SharePoint experience preferred
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to bend, crouch, reach, and stoop on occasion (I.e. running network cables and installing hardware)
What We Offer:
- Work with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
- Ownership in the company
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with matching
- Flexible time off and parental leave
- On-site snacks, beverages, and 2x weekly lunches
- Flexible work environment