Systems Administrator Garden Grove, CA

Job Overview

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger's best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger:
Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation. Harbinger Motors is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Systems Administrator to join our team. This role is crucial for ensuring the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house IT infrastructure that supports our engineering, manufacturing, and corporate operations. The ideal candidate has a strong background in managing complex hybrid IT environments and is passionate about supporting a mission-driven company that's electrifying the future of transport.

Infrastructure Management

• Own and administer Google Workspace, ensuring reliable identity, email, and collaboration services.
• Manage Jump Cloud for directory services, device management, SSO, and fleet-wide configuration.
• Maintain Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) including permissions, workflows, and integrations.
• Oversee Slack workspace configuration, app governance, and lifecycle management.
• Manage company hardware: macOS, Windows, Ubuntu, and mobile fleets.
• Support and maintain Neat devices and Zoom Rooms, keeping meetings running smoothly and preventing A/V meltdowns.
• Ensure scalable, well-documented infrastructure across SaaS, endpoints, and collaboration tools.

Security & Compliance

• Implement and maintain endpoint protection, patch management, and vulnerability scanning across macOS, Windows, Ubuntu, and mobile fleets.
• Centralize and standardize identity across the company by consolidating login methods into Jump Cloud as the primary IdP, including full rollout of IAM, SSO, and SCIM provisioning.
• Design, enforce, and maintain security policies on devices, SaaS platforms, and internal systems to ensure compliance and reduce organizational risk.
• Manage user lifecycle processes with tightly controlled access, least-privilege principles, and automated provisioning/deprovisioning wherever possible.
• Partner with security teams to identify, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Maintain logs, configurations, and documentation in a clean, audit-ready state.

Support & Operations

• Serve as an escalation point for T2/T3 issues.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, identity, and network issues with clarity and speed.
• Maintain and publish SOPs, runbooks, and documentation that people can actually follow.
• Support office and remote collaboration tools, including Zoom Rooms and Neat equipment.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with end users.

Projects & Improvement

• Lead migrations, upgrades, and cross-platform integrations.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and reduce operational drag.
• Standardize processes and develop sustainable long-term solutions instead of quick duct‑tape fixes.
• Evaluate new tools and technologies that improve reliability, security, and employee experience.

• 4+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator
• Hands‑on experience administering Google Workspace, Jump Cloud, Atlassian, and Slack.
• Deep technical knowledge of macOS, Windows, and Ubuntu environments.
• Experience with endpoint security, EDR, MDM, patching tools, and vulnerability scanners.
• Proven ability to manage access controls, identities, and device compliance.
• Experience supporting Zoom Rooms or similar A/V setups.
• Ability to write clean, complete documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to explain tech to non‑tech people without pain.

• Experience scaling IT operations in a rapidly growing environment.
• Scripting or automation skills (Power Shell, Python, or similar).
• Experience with mobile device management.
• Early‑stage Stock Options
• Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
• Annual Vacation Bonus
• Wellness & Fertility Benefits
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

$100,000 - $120,000 USD

Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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