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IT Administrator

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havocai logoHavocai · San Diego
$75K–$100K/yrFull-timeRemote3d ago
JiraLeadershipLinuxSSO
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Havoc is a leader in all-domain collaborative autonomy. Its software-defined hardware approach powers military and commercial-grade autonomous systems across sea, air, and land to sense, decide, and act together in complex and contested environments. Havoc connects assets, enabling them to share information, adapt in real time, and continue operating even when communications are disrupted or denied. Havoc optimizes mission performance and minimizes human risk. Havoc was founded in 2024 and headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island. Learn more at Havoc: All-Domain Collaborative Autonomy . HavocAI is building the future of autonomy-and that requires a world-class internal operating environment. We're looking for an IT Administrator who can own and scale our internal systems while also keeping our offices running at a high level. This is a hybrid IT + operations role. Your primary responsibility is maintaining a fast, reliable, and secure IT environment for a deeply technical team. In parallel, you'll ensure our San Diego and Palo Alto offices operate smoothly-no blockers, no downtime, no friction. You will help to build systems, fix problems before they exist, and take ownership of everything that touches employee productivity. What You'll Contribute To End-to-end IT environment for a high-performance engineering team Device deployment and lifecycle management across macOS, Linux, and Windows Core business systems (Microsoft 365, Slack, Jira, etc.) IT onboarding/offboarding that is seamless and immediate IT inventory and readiness for rapid hiring Office operations and facilities support across San Diego and Palo Alto

Responsibilities

  • IT (Primary Focus)
  • Deploy and manage laptops, desktops, and servers with speed and precision
  • Supporting identity, access, and permissions across all systems (SSO, groups, policies)
  • Administer and optimize Microsoft 365, Slack, Zoom, Meraki, Jira, and other core tools
  • Triage and resolve issues quickly-minimize downtime, unblock teams immediately
  • Stay ahead of problems: identify gaps, fix root causes, and improve systems proactively
  • Facilities & Operations (Secondary, but Critical)
  • Keep San Diego and Palo Alto offices operating at a high standard-organized, functional, and ready to support the team
  • Coordinate vendors, shipments, equipment, and workspace setup
  • Ensure employees have what they need to do their best work-no friction, no delays
  • Step in wherever needed-this includes the small, unglamorous tasks that keep a startup moving
  • What You Bring
  • 2+ years in IT support, helpdesk, or systems administration
  • Strong experience across macOS, Linux, and Windows environments
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 and modern IT tooling
  • Experience with MDM solutions and device lifecycle management
  • Familiarity with ticketing systems (Jira Service Management or similar)
  • Ability to operate independently and prioritize in a fast-moving environment
  • Location
  • San Diego, CA (primary) with support for Palo Alto, CA
  • In-office presence required - this is a hands-on role
  • What Success Looks Like
  • Zero friction for employees-everything "just works"
  • New hires are fully set up and productive on day one
  • IT systems scale seamlessly with company growth
  • Offices are consistently clean, functional, and high-performing
  • You are the person people trust to fix anything, fast

Benefits

100% Employer paid Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your familiesLife Insurance (Employer Paid)Ability to participate in the companies 401k program (Matching)Unlimited PTO policy with an enforced 2 week minimumEquity PackageWork / Home Office StipendGlobal Entry16 Week Paid Parental LeaveMonthly Health and Wellness StipendOur Values:Innovation: We are driven to break new ground. Every day presents an opportunity to challenge the status quo, think boldly, and deliver advanced solutions that transform the future of defense technology.Integrity: We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency, accountability, and trust in all our actions and partnerships.Mission-Driven: We are focused on achieving impactful outcomes that align with our core mission-protecting lives through innovation.Forward-Leaning: We continuously seek out new opportunities and remain at the forefront of technological advancements. We embrace change and anticipate the challenges of tomorrow with confidence and creativity.Ownership of All Tasks: At HavocAI, no problem is too complex or too trivial. We believe that greatness comes from tackling the hardest challenges, but also in handling the smallest, sometimes thankless, tasks with the same level of commitment and care.Servant Leadership: We lead by serving others, whether it's supporting our employees, partners, or the broader community. Empowering those around us is key to achieving long-term success and making a lasting impact.HavocAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creatingHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offEquity / stock optionsParental leave

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