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IT Specialist

HiveWatch
Location
El Segundo, CA
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$120,000 - $140,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years in IT with demonstrated progression into ownership of corporate IT for a growing organization
  • Hands-on experience working at a start-up (early to mid stages)
  • Strong hands-on experience administering Google Workspace (or Microsoft 365) and managing endpoints via MDM
  • Comfort operating as a team of one — self-directed, able to prioritize and personally resolve support requests
  • A strong technical foundation across endpoint management, IAM/SSO, networking, and cloud
  • Proven track record managing SaaS licensing and vendor contracts, SLAs, and renewals
Nice to have
  • SaaS experience
  • Experience supporting a GSOC or SOC environment
  • Experience managing office build-outs, moves, or low-voltage/cabling projects through vendors
What the job really is

As an IT Specialist at HiveWatch, you will manage the full IT function for the organization, ensuring a seamless technology experience for employees. Your responsibilities will include onboarding and offboarding staff, managing endpoint devices, administering business productivity software, and overseeing the corporate network. You will also handle vendor relationships and maintain documentation standards while balancing reactive support with proactive improvements as the company scales.

Benefits
  • Base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000 USD per year
  • Eligible to participate in HiveWatch Equity Incentive Plan
Things to weigh
  • Role requires being the sole IT resource, which may lead to a heavy workload
  • The position involves managing vendor relationships, which can be complex and time-consuming
  • No mention of remote work flexibility or hybrid options
  • The role is described as requiring a strong technical foundation, which may imply a steep learning curve for less experienced candidates
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