IT Administrative Coordinator

Opterus • Loveland, CO

3d • $68,000 - $88,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The IT Administrative Coordinator will work closely with our MSP/MSSP to support IT operations, cybersecurity, and compliance in a regulated aerospace and defense environment. The remote MSP/MSSP provides traditional MSP/MSSP services (system enrollment, patch management, backup management, firewall and WiFi management, SEIM, vulnerability management, threat detection, incident response, helpdesk, configuration management, etc.) and CMMC services (compliance review and enforcement, document creation and management, evidence management, and audit support). This role focuses on coordinating with the MSP/MSSP and performing all IT, security, and export control department functions not performed by the MSP/MSSP. A portion of this role involves working closely with the engineering and production teams on high-performance computing, engineering software management, and advanced operational technology (metrology and laser projection systems, and CNC equipment) management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent practical experience in lieu of a degree.
• 3+ years of IT experience, preferably in a regulated or security-sensitive environment.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, GCC-High G5 applications, Azure, PowerShell Scripting, and enterprise networking and security concepts.
• Hands-on experience with basic networking (Ethernet cabling, managed switches, Wi-Fi access points, firewalls).
• Experience or exposure to endpoint management, security tools, and RMM systems.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to documentation and process accuracy.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Nice To Haves

• Foundational knowledge of Microsoft office product suite and GCC-High with G5 licensing, CMMC L2, NIST 800-171, and ITAR.
• Entry- to mid-level certifications (Security+, Network+, CCNA, AZ-104, MS-500, SC-200/300).
• Experience supporting engineering or technical computing environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with our existing MSP/MSSP to manage approximately 50 Windows, 11 end-point devices, and one Azure server in a Microsoft GCC-High G5 enclave at the CMMC Level 2 (minimal onsite appliances; no servers).
• Maintain CMMC Level 2 compliance by ensuring documentation and process accuracy, maintaining local evidence and logs, and working with the MSSP as systems and CMMC regulations change.
• Participate in MSSP-led cybersecurity incident response activities, including investigation, documentation, notifications, and post-incident follow-up.
• Support administration of ITAR-related IT controls, DIBNet access, incident reporting, and SPRS data accuracy.
• Prepare IT and cybersecurity status updates and supporting materials for management reviews and internal communications.
• Support administration of engineering and business applications (e.g., SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM Professional, SQL, cloud ERP system, engineering analysis software, test and data acquisition software, operational equipment, software development tools, and AI tools).
• Maintain IT assets and peripheral inventories and support lifecycle activities such as device tracking, imaging, repair, sanitization, secure handling, and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Assist with IT budgeting activities, including hardware refresh planning, software renewals, and license management.
• Support the administration of physical security and facility access systems.
• Maintain IT policies, SOPs, and system documentation to ensure they remain current, accessible, and audit-ready.
• Coordinate with HR and Quality to maintain up-to-date employee IT and cybersecurity training.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance
• Opterus pays 100% of employees’ premiums and 70% of dependents’ premiums
• 401K matching up to 4%
• 9 paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level