IT Operations & Security Intern

About Tempo

Based in San Diego, California, Tempo develops thermochemical energy storage (TCES) systems designed for energy-intensive industries. The platform enables industrial operators to shift energy use over time by sourcing power when it is most cost-effective and enables the electrification of high-temperature industrial heat at a cost advantage to using fossil fuels. By storing electricity thermochemically, the system delivers a continuous stream of combustion-free, high-temperature air at up to 1,200°C.

Tempo is backed by leading climate and energy investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Khosla Ventures, and Prelude Ventures.

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We are seeking a motivated IT Intern to join our Operations team in San Diego, CA. This internship is designed as a hands‑on learning experience where you will develop practical diagnostic and troubleshooting skills to support corporate networking, identity management, and employee access. You will work directly with our modern cloud IT stack, participate in dedicated information security training, and help manage our growing fleet of corporate and IoT devices.

• Identity & Access Management:
  Administer users, security groups, and application access using Okta and Google Workspace. Handle onboarding and offboarding workflows.
• Identity & Access Management:
  Administer users, security groups, and application access using Okta and Google Workspace. Handle onboarding and offboarding workflows.
• Access & Connectivity Troubleshooting:
  Diagnose and resolve Tier 1 and Tier 2 employee helpdesk tickets related to system access, cloud services, and general network connectivity.
• IoT & Workspace Technology:
  Deploy, configure, and maintain office IoT endpoints, including conference room A/V hardware, digital signage displays, and other connected workplace devices.
• Security Operations (Training & Hands-on):
  
  Complete guided training modules on our core security stack, applying your knowledge to monitor and secure endpoints using Hexnode (MDM), Crowd Strike (EDR), and Google Sec Ops.
• Network & Physical Security:
  Assist in the administration and troubleshooting of our Ubiquiti network infrastructure and physical badge access control systems.
• Diagnose and resolve Tier 1 and Tier 2 employee helpdesk tickets related to system access, cloud services, and general network connectivity.
• IoT & Workspace Technology:
  Deploy, configure, and maintain office IoT endpoints, including conference room A/V hardware, digital signage displays, and other connected workplace devices.
• Security Operations (Training & Hands‑on):
  Complete guided training modules on our core security stack, applying your knowledge to monitor and secure endpoints using Hexnode (MDM), Crowd Strike (EDR), and Google Sec Ops.
• Network & Physical Security:
  Assist in the administration and troubleshooting of our Ubiquiti network infrastructure and physical badge access control systems.

• Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline (or equivalent boot camp/certification experience).
• Fundamental understanding of core networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Wi‑Fi).
• Basic familiarity with cloud productivity suites (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365).
• Strong analytical mindset with a genuine curiosity for troubleshooting complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-service-oriented approach to helping users.

• Hands‑on setup or administration experience with Ubiquiti (Uni Fi) networking gear or access hubs.
• Prior exposure to Mobile Device Management (MDM) platforms or endpoint protection software.
• Basic scripting or…