IT Operations Specialist

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About the role

  • IT Operations Specialist supporting systems, devices, and security for Alpaca’s global brokerage infrastructure. Managing helpdesk, onboarding, MDM, endpoint security, hardware assets, and automation for a distributed North American team.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the go-to person for IT helpdesk requests
  • Diagnose and provide IT support for staff
  • Work with HR and Security to manage onboarding and offboarding activities
  • Set up and deploy laptops, devices, software, and other hardware
  • Assist with shipping and receiving hardware assets
  • Manage MDM systems, including BYOD
  • Maintain the firm's inventory of IT assets
  • Manage and secure endpoint devices under the direction of the Security Team
  • Provide staff training on IT-related topics
  • Assist with change management and procurement activities
  • Perform other related duties as required
  • Report directly to the IT Support Lead

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in an IT support or helpdesk role
  • Deep expertise in Linux, MacOS, and Windows system administration, including device management, patching, and operational support
  • Experience with automation workflows, SSO configurations, and scalable onboarding processes
  • Good scripting skills with a drive for automation
  • Proven experience managing enterprise SaaS platforms
  • Experience with cloud-centric environments and cybersecurity capabilities
  • Experience with traditional on-prem LAN/WAN environments
  • Excellent communication skills, fluent in English (written and verbal)
  • Ability to cover Mountain time or Pacific time zones
  • Available for on-call rotations and after-hour responses as needed
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proactive self-starter and self-motivator focused on continuous improvement
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field (nice-to-have)
  • IT or Security-related certifications (nice-to-have)
  • Understanding of financial and privacy regulations (nice-to-have)
  • Experience in the financial services industry (nice-to-have)
  • Business acumen to balance stakeholder tradeoffs, technology feasibility, and budget constraints (nice-to-have)

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary & Stock Options
  • Health Benefits
  • New Hire Home-Office Setup: One-time USD $500
  • Monthly Stipend: USD $150 per month via a Brex Card

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

Tech skills

CloudCyber SecurityLinuxMacOS

Location requirements

RemoteNorth America

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