IT Systems Administrator

About the Role

Neuralink is creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain, restoring movement to the paralyzed, sight to the blind, and revolutionizing human interaction with the digital world. The Information Technology team builds critical systems and processes that safely accelerate progress along the company's critical path. We are looking for a hands-on IT Systems Administrator to own the day-to-day technology experience for every employee at the company.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert end-user technical support across macOS, Windows, and Linux environments as part of a tier-1 support rotation.
• Deploy, configure, and manage endpoint devices using MDM platforms (e.g., Jamf, Intune, Kandji), including application deployment, configuration profiles, and policy enforcement.
• Administer identity provider (IDP) and IAM systems including Microsoft Entra, Google Workspace, Okta, or similar; manage user lifecycle from onboarding through off-boarding.
• Implement and enforce security policies across endpoints, SaaS applications, and corporate systems; conduct regular audits and remediation.
• Administer and maintain SaaS applications such as Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, and other business-critical tools.
• Perform L1 and L2 network troubleshooting including connectivity issues, VLAN assignments, and Wi-Fi connectivity diagnostics.
• Manage endpoint hardware inventory including procurement, asset tagging, deployment, and lifecycle tracking.
• Develop automation and tooling using scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell) to streamline repetitive IT operations tasks.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, PII handling requirements, and internal security policies through robust endpoint and access controls.
• Create and maintain documentation for systems, processes, and procedures to support knowledge sharing and business continuity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• 3–5 years of experience providing expert-level end-user support across macOS, Windows, and Linux environments, ideally as part of a structured tier-1 support rotation.
• Hands-on experience administering at least one enterprise MDM platform (Jamf, Intune, or Kandji), including application deployment, configuration profiles, and policy enforcement at scale.
• Demonstrated experience administering an enterprise IDP/IAM platform (Microsoft Entra, Okta, or Google Workspace) including full user lifecycle management, SSO configuration, MFA enforcement, and access reviews.
• Experience implementing and enforcing security policies across endpoints and SaaS applications, with working knowledge of HIPAA requirements, PII handling, and the ability to conduct regular audits and remediations.

Skills

• Working knowledge of identity and access management protocols including SAML, SCIM, OAuth, and 802.1x.
• Familiarity with endpoint security tools, zero-trust architectures, and certificate-based authentication (TLS, X.509, U2F, WebAuthn).
• Understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, ARP, VLANs, and basic wireless troubleshooting.
• Experience with IaC and automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Cloud-Init.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting legacy AV equipment such as conference room displays, projectors, video conferencing systems, and audio hardware.
• Comfort supporting a diverse user base including non-technical colleagues; strong empathy and communication skills.
• Experience in regulated environments (HIPAA, SOC 2, or similar).

Benefits

• Opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields.
• Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Commuter benefits.
• Meals provided.
• Equity (RSUs).
• 401(k) plan.
• Parental leave.
• Flexible time off.

Pay

The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the range of $69,000 USD - $115,000 USD. Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.