IT & Productivity Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end administration, hardening, and continuous improvement of the business productivity suite (identity, groups, shared drives, sharing policies, data retention, DLP, Context-Aware Access, and related security controls).
• Fully own device and endpoint management, including MDM/UEM configuration, compliance policies, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
• Establish and maintain strong access control practices: least-privilege permissions, shared drive governance, external sharing controls, and regular access reviews.
• Ensure reliable backup, recovery, and data-loss prevention for critical Workspace data.
• Configure and support Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365 interoperability so teams can work effectively with external partners.
• Administer and optimize core productivity tools such as Slack, Jira, Confluence, and related systems.
• Lead practical implementation, security configuration, and adoption of Workspace AI tools (such as Gemini, Claude, etc and related capabilities).
• Drive Alta’s readiness for handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), including configuration, documentation, and process controls aligned with NIST SP 800-171.
• Serve as the primary internal owner for the upcoming ERP system selection, implementation, and ongoing administration.
• Provide responsive user support and act as the central point of contact for productivity, collaboration, and endpoint systems.
• Document systems, standards, and runbooks; reduce tribal knowledge through clear processes and training.
• Partner with the SVP of Operations on prioritization, security posture, tooling decisions, and future system roadmap.

Required Qualifications

• 6–8 years of progressive experience in IT systems, digital workplace, and identity & productivity administration.
• Strong hands-on experience administering business productivity systems (e.g., Google and Microsoft) at organizational scale (identity, security controls, shared drives, data retention, DLP, Context-Aware Access or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience owning device/endpoint management (MDM/UEM) and the full user lifecycle (onboarding/offboarding).
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365 and experience supporting hybrid Google + Microsoft environments.
• Practical familiarity with NIST SP 800-171 and the requirements for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), or clear ability to become operationally proficient quickly.
• Experience administering or supporting common productivity and engineering tools (Slack, Jira, Confluence, or similar).
• Ability to implement and govern AI features within productivity platforms.
• Strong systems thinking, documentation discipline, and user-facing communication skills.
• Comfort operating in a fast-moving environment with high ownership and limited bureaucracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a regulated, government, defense, or dual-use technology environment.
• Direct experience supporting or leading an ERP implementation (or major business system rollout).
• Relevant Google and or Microsoft certifications or equivalent practical depth.
• Experience with FedRAMP High or Assured Controls environments.
• Background in a high-growth startup or scale-up.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to own and harden the core digital infrastructure of a company building critical mineral supply-chain capability for the United States. Direct partnership with senior leadership and high visibility into how the company operates. Competitive compensation and benefits package: The starting salary range for this position is $110,000 to $140,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Benefits include 401(k), medical/dental/vision coverage, flexible time off, paid parental leave, paid sick leave, and company holidays.
• Alta Resource Technologies is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the business. Alta participates in E-Verify.

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