Knightscope

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $71,500 $84,500 (DOE) AboutKnightscope Knightscope is a security technology company building the Nations First Autonomous Security Force. The Company combines autonomous machines, advanced software, and human expertise to help protect people, property, and critical infrastructure. Knightscopes long-term mission is to make the United States of America the safest country in the world. Job Summary The IT Support Analyst / IT Integration Specialist owns day-to-day Tier 1/2 IT support and systems administration for a 200+ user environment, with an added focus on integrating Knightscope Security Force onto Knightscope's enterprise stack. This individual will serve as the sole on-site IT resource, with direct support from the IT team at Knightscope HQ in Sunnyvale, CA. In addition to integration responsibilities, this role provides daytoday Tier 1/2 IT support for both local and remote Knightscope employees, ensuring reliable access to systems, devices, and productivity tools across the organization. This position also supports Knightscopes broader employee base, delivering responsive, daytoday IT support to both onsite staff in Sunnyvale and remote employees nationwide. About the Role Knightscope recently acquired Event Risk LLC, a nationwide security services firm now rebranding as Knightscope Security Force. This role sits at the center of that integration owning the full technology convergence between two organizations while standing up IT support for a high-turnover, field-based security workforce. You'll report directly to Knightscope's Director of IT in Sunnyvale and serve as the primary IT support for Security Force leadership and staff offsite. The stack is modern and cloud-first; the environment is fast-moving and operationally demanding. Candidates who thrive with autonomy, move decisively through ambiguity, and communicate clearly across remote teams will excel here. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end IT integration of Knightscope Security Force onto Knightscope's technology stack, including Microsoft 365/Entra ID tenant alignment, Okta SSO enrollment, SentinelOne EDR deployment, and Freshservice ITSM onboarding Manage identity lifecycle for a distributed, high-turnover workforce onboarding, offboarding, access provisioning, and deprovisioning at scale Serve as the primary local IT contact for Knightscope Security Force leadership and staff Assess and document existing IT infrastructure, network topology, and systems at Ohio-based locations Coordinate device procurement, imaging, and deployment for field staff and administrative employees Partner with Knightscope HQ IT on security tooling rollout, compliance posture, and platform standardization Support Freshservice ticket queue for the Security Force workforce; build out service catalog workflows specific to field operations Support and manage existing Knightscope Security Force SaaS platforms during integration, including Therms, Center Seat, Concur, Employee Navigator, HRIS Systems, and Intuit QuickBooks Enterprise Suite (AR/AP/invoicing) Document all integration activities, decisions, and configurations to Knightscope IT standards Provide daily Tier 1/2 IT support for local and remote Knightscope employees, including hardware, software, identity access, and productivity tooling Serve as a primary point of contact for enduser IT issues across multiple time zones and work environments. Required Qualifications 48 years of IT experience with at least 12 years in a systems support and integration Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 and Entra ID administration tenant-level configuration, user lifecycle management, and license administration Proficiency with Microsoft Intune for Windows and/or macOS endpoint management device enrollment, compliance policies, app deployment, and remote wipe Hands-on experience with SSO user provisioning, app assignments, and MFA policy enforcement Experience deploying or managing endpoint security tooling (SentinelOne, CrowdStrike, or similar EDR) Familiarity with Freshservice, ServiceNow, or comparable ITSM platform; strong documentation and SLA discipline required Comfortable operating independently with minimal in-person oversight this role is remote from HQ and requires strong self-direction Familiarity with WhatsApp for field workforce coordination used for guard geolocation and on-site verification at client locations Exposure to security operations platforms such as Therms or Center Seat a plus Familiarity with HR and financial SaaS platforms including ADP, Concur, Employee Navigator, or Intuit QuickBooks Enterprise a plus experience supporting user access, integrations, or admin functions preferred Comfort with AI-powered productivity tools Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT/Claude, and AI-assisted ITSM automation (e.g., Freshservice Freddi AI) Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience supporting distributed or field-based workforces a strong plus Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience will be considered One or more of the following certifications preferred: CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+; Microsoft MD-102 or MS-900 a plus Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $71,500 $84,500 (DOE) Equity:Stock options Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off Location Requirement:Full-time, on-site at Sunnyvale