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At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 350 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition.\nOur vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security.\nThe Role\nWe are seeking a Sr IT Systems Engineer to lead the implementation, automation, and lifecycle management of enterprise IT infrastructure. This role serves as technical POC across hybrid platforms, identity, endpoint management, observability, security hardening, and infrastructure automation. This person will drive modernization through infrastructure as code, configuration management, CI/CD integration, system reliability practices, and repeatable operational workflows. You will be responsible to help build the technical foundations, standards, and deployment models required to scale IT reliably across a growing multi-site organization.\nKey Responsibilities\nBuild reference architectures, deployment blueprints, and repeatable site rollout models to support offices, warehouses, production environments, and remote locations.\nDrive an automation-first approach using infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and operational automation for provisioning, patching, compliance, backups, certificates, and access management.\nImprove reliability through standardized recovery procedures, automation, and resilient support models.\nOversee enterprise systems administration and operations, ensuring availability, performance, lifecycle management, and disaster readiness.\nStrengthen security and compliance by implementing controls aligned with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and CMMC, while advancing SSO, MFA, PAM, RBAC, and conditional access.\nTranslate business needs into technical execution plans\nRequired Qualifications \nBachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.\n5+ years of systems engineering, infrastructure engineering.\nDeep experience supporting complex enterprise environments across cloud and on-prem systems.\nStrong hands-on experience with automation and scripting, including PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar.\nExperience building and maintaining infrastructure as code and configuration automation using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, or similar.\nExperience with CI/CD platforms such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or similar.\nStrong expertise in Windows, Linux, virtualization, identity systems, endpoint management, cloud platforms, backup/recovery, and enterprise systems operations.\nExperience with observability, monitoring, logging, and operational health tooling.\nStrong knowledge of systems security, access control, hardening, and vulnerability remediation.\nAbility to travel.\nPreferred Qualifications \nBackground in regulated or compliance-driven environments such as defense, manufacturing, aerospace, or similar industries.\nExposure to security and compliance frameworks including NIST 800-171, CMMC, SOC 2, ISO 27001, or related standards.\nExperience with SRE-style operational practices and service reliability or platform engineering initiatives.\nFamiliarity with integrating enterprise IT systems with software delivery pipelines and cloud-native tooling.\nWorking knowledge of modern infrastructure technologies such as containers, artifact repositories, secrets management, and service orchestration.\nExperience developing automation for identity lifecycle management, PKI/certificates, patching, endpoint deployment, or compliance validation.\nExperience supporting standardized infrastructure deployments for branch offices, warehouses, or production sites.\nRelevant industry certifications such as Microsoft, AWS, Terraform, Kubernetes, VMware, CISSP, RHCSA/RHCE, or similar.\nAdditional Requirements\nAvailable to work extended hours and weekends as needed\nITAR Requirements\nTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. \nPay Range\n$150,000—$175,000 USD\nAt Mach, we believe that compensation is more than just a paycheck. It's a comprehensive package designed to reward the time, skills, and expertise you bring to our team. We are committed to offering competitive compensation that is equitable, transparent, and aligned with market trends.\nKey Elements of Our Compensation Philosophy:\nCompetitive Salaries: We continuously research market rates to ensure our salaries are competitive with those in our industry and geographic location.\nPerformance-Based Incentives: Our bonus structure is tied to both individual and company performance, creating a win-win scenario that motivates our team members to excel.\nEquity Participation: We offer stock options or equity to employees, ensuring that you share in the success and growth of the company.\nBenefit Packages: Our benefits include healthcare, dental and vision plans, retirement savings, and paid time off, because we understand that your well-being extends beyond the office.\nProfessional Development: We allocate funds for continuing education, training, and career growth.\nTransparency: We are committed to openness about our compensation tiers and how decisions are made, ensuring trust and mutual respect.\nBy joining Mach, you’re not just accepting a job-you’re becoming a key part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your growth. Together, we aim to create a rewarding environment that sets the stage for long-term success.\nData Privacy\nTo view Mach Industries candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://machindustries.com/privacy-policy.\nDisclosures\nThis position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.\nMach participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.\nThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and training, critical skills, and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Mach’s total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.\nMach is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. 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