IT Systems Engineer
$65k - $80k/yr
Mid
Alpharetta, GA, USA
In Person
IT OperationsSystem Administration
About the job
Requirements
- 2–3 years of hands-on IT support or IT service desk experience.
- Ability to independently manage a full support workload with minimal guidance.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Azure Active Directory administration.
- Practical experience with networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, and Wi-Fi.
- Familiarity with virtualization concepts and virtual machine operations.
- Experience interacting with or coordinating work through a managed service provider or outsourced IT provider.
- Strong communication skills and a user-focused support approach.
- Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and follow issues through to resolution.
- Reliable and self-directed work style.
- Ability to adapt to a growing and evolving company environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage help desk requests from initial intake through resolution, providing timely and effective support.
- Evaluate and resolve technical issues independently while coordinating with the managed service provider for lower-priority tasks or specialized support.
- Support Microsoft 365 administration, including user provisioning and license assignments; Exchange Online configuration and troubleshooting; SharePoint and OneDrive access governance, permissions, and site structure; Microsoft Teams configuration, policies, and basic call flow management; and Microsoft 365 security settings including multifactor authentication, conditional access, and device compliance.
- Troubleshoot and assist with networking components such as switches, wireless systems, virtual private networks, DNS/DHCP, and routing basics.
- Provision, configure, and monitor virtual machines and assist with environment improvements when needed.
- Use Microsoft Copilot tools to streamline tasks, enhance documentation, support troubleshooting workflows, and improve service desk efficiency.
- Maintain accurate and organized documentation for systems, procedures, and support workflows.
- Collaborate with internal teams and managed service provider partners to ensure clear communication, expectations, and follow-through.
- Assist with IT projects such as migrations, upgrades, deployments, and broader infrastructure enhancements.
- Monitor endpoints, system updates, compliance states, and overall IT health.
- Identify recurring issues and make recommendations to improve user experience and system stability.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience contributing to IT projects or operational improvements.
- Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot or similar AI-assist tools.
- Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, or Microsoft Fundamentals are preferred but not required.
- Process improvement mindset.
About the company
Spectra Defense Technologies is an aerospace and defense engineering and manufacturing company. The company produces precision components, assemblies, and technical solutions for aircraft, defense, and mission-critical programs. It serves aerospace manufacturers, defense contractors, government programs, and supply-chain partners. Its operating model centers on engineering and production teams operating within controlled quality and program requirements. Teams work across engineering, machining, manufacturing, quality, inspection, program management, supply chain, and operations. The organization combines defense manufacturing expertise with practical delivery for aerospace and defense customers.
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Headquarters
Alpharetta, Georgia
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 2026 wins and launches signal accelerating demand across the mission technology stack.
- August 2026 Oslo expansion more than doubles European engineering and production capacity.
- June 2026 XSR Spire and G2 Ultra Rugged broaden the product pipeline.
What critics are saying
- Defense procurement cycles expose Spectra to program delays and award concentration at Kongsberg.
- Rugged C5ISR competitors like Curtiss-Wright and Mercury Systems pressure pricing and margins.
- No disclosed funding or audited revenue leaves hiring and runway opaque to candidates.
What makes Spectra Defense Technologies unique
- 2021 unification joined Calculex, Galleon, and Argon into one C5ISR platform.
- Spectra sells integrated recorders, mission computers, encryption, and rugged displays across domains.
- Oslo, Germany, Norway, and U.S. facilities support in-region engineering and manufacturing.
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