Senior IT Systems Engineer

Evolv Technologies Holdings•Waltham, MA

7d•$120,000 - $196,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Elevator Pitch Are you ready to shape the IT backbone of a company that’s redefining security technology? Do you thrive at the intersection of infrastructure, cybersecurity, and business enablement—where your work directly reduces risk and empowers people to do their best work? Evolv is seeking a Senior IT Systems Engineer to evaluate, deploy, manage, and maintain our IT infrastructure and cybersecurity tooling. You’ll be the technical engine behind a fast-growing company—delivering secure, scalable solutions that enable innovation while managing risk. Reporting to the Senior Director of Cybersecurity & Technology, this is a pivotal role in maturing Evolv’s IT Operations to meet the evolving demands of the business. You’ll collaborate across the organization, build trusted partnerships with stakeholders, and serve as a subject matter expert on IT solutions—from cloud identity platforms and endpoint management to network security and SaaS operations. If you’re energized by solving complex technology problems and making every employee’s day a little smoother and safer, this role is for you.

Requirements

Microsoft 365
Endpoint management (Intune/Jamf)
Cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure)
Network infrastructure (Palo Alto, Cisco, & Meraki)
Identity management (Okta, Entra ID, Linx)
Core SaaS platforms
CIS Controls
NIST CSF
SOC 2
Firewalls (Palo Alto)
Switching (Cisco/Meraki)
SD-WAN
VPN/ZTNA solutions
Virtualization & backup infrastructure
Windows and Linux virtual machines
AWS environments including core services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Route 53)
Microsoft Azure environments, including resource group management, Azure Policy, cost management and budgeting
Corporate IT systems including hardware, software, SaaS platforms, and support tooling (e.g. Okta/SSO, SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management)
Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting compliance commitments (SOC 2, ISO 27001, etc.)
Experience with SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management tools

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain enterprise IT infrastructure including network, server, cloud (AWS/Azure), and end-user computing environments
Manage Microsoft 365 product suite including Microsoft Teams & SharePoint
Administer and optimize Okta / Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), including identity lifecycle management, Conditional Access policies, and MFA enforcement
Manage network infrastructure including firewalls (Palo Alto), switching (Cisco/Meraki), SD-WAN, and VPN/ZTNA solutions
Administer virtualization & backup infrastructure, including guest Windows and Linux virtual machines
Design, configure, and administer AWS environments including core services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Route 53), with a focus on security best practices, least-privilege access, and cost-conscious architecture
Administer and optimize Microsoft Azure environments, including resource group management, Azure Policy, cost management and budgeting
Configure, operate, and maintain corporate IT systems including hardware, software, SaaS platforms, and support tooling (e.g. Okta/SSO, SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management)
Implement and continuously improve security controls across endpoint, identity, network, and cloud layers aligned to frameworks such as CIS Controls, NIST CSF, or SOC 2
Assess technology risks throughout the company and recommend solutions to support business continuity and data protection
Support compliance commitments by ensuring systems and processes meet audit requirements; serve as a technical resource during assessments
Support the management and optimization of the company’s SaaS application portfolio, including procurement, provisioning, access controls, and integrations via SSO (Okta or similar)
Assess technology needs across business teams and recommend solutions that support growth and operational efficiency
Partner with IT teammates and business stakeholders to deliver iterative, user-focused improvements to technology systems and support processes
Provide escalation support to IT teammates, serving as a technical resource for complex issues
Mentor junior IT staff, helping them develop their technical knowledge, security awareness, and professional skills
Document and communicate system changes clearly and consistently; maintain up-to-date runbooks and architecture documentation
Provide excellent customer-oriented service to internal and external stakeholders; act as a trusted technology advisor throughout the company
Identify, assess, and support current and emerging technology needs for Evolv, recommending enterprise-class solutions that protect the company and its customers