IT Specialist/Systems Administrator

i. Rocket is engineering fully reusable, fully autonomous small launch vehicles to enable responsive, cost-effective, and sustainable access to space. Our team is building both the space hardware and the ground / facility infrastructure needed to support frequent launches and mission operations. We are seeking an IT Specialist/Systems Administrator to support and grow our internal systems, networks, and infrastructure.

This role will be key in ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable IT operations across the company. The Role * Maintain, support, and monitor internal IT systems (servers, workstations, network, cloud services, backups) * Plan and implement infrastructure upgrades, patches, and system improvements * Administer identity and access management, permissions, and directory services * Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues; provide helpdesk support * Ensure cybersecurity best practices, security monitoring, and incident response * Document IT architecture, policies, procedures, and system configurations * Coordinate with external vendors, service providers, and contractors * Support onboarding/offboarding of employees with IT provisioning Requirements * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience) * 3+ years of experience as a systems administrator, IT engineer, or similar role * Experience managing Windows, macOS, and Linux environments * Hands-on experience with networking (firewalls, VPN, switches, routing) * Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid infrastructure * Strong security mindset: experience with endpoint security, access controls, monitoring tools * Ability to document, communicate, and collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders * Proven ability to multitask, respond to urgent issues, and work in a fast-paced environment Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Wellness Resources