Director of IT at Lyte

Sunnyvale, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

250000.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IT leadership, Systems administration, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, Linux administration, MacOS, Windows, Endpoint security, Device management, Network infrastructure, SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, Bash, PowerShell, Python

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

About the role We are seeking a hands-on Director of IT to lead and scale Lyte’s IT infrastructure and operations. This role is responsible for building a secure, reliable, and scalable IT environment that supports a growing technology company. This is a senior leadership role for someone who can set direction, build standards, and lead a team, while staying close enough to the work to drive execution and make strong technical decisions. The ideal candidate has led IT in a technology company with hundreds of employees, preferably in an environment that includes both hardware and software development. What you'll do Company-wide IT operations, including end-user support, devices, systems, enterprise tools, and network infrastructure Identity and access management across Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, and related security controls Administration and support of macOS, Windows, and Linux environments Endpoint management, patching, device security, vulnerability management, and operational IT controls Partnership with cross-functional teams to support Information Security program execution, including SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 Cloud and hybrid IT support in partnership with Engineering IT team leadership, operational discipline, and scalable processes Required Qualifications Hands-on IT leadership experience in a medium to large size technology company (hundreds of employees), preferably with both hardware and software development 15+ years of experience across IT operations, systems administration, and end-user support, including 5+ years in IT leadership Strong experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Intune Strong Linux administration experience Experience supporting macOS and Windows environments at scale Experience with endpoint security, device management, patching, access controls, and network infrastructure Proven experience supporting SOC 2 Type II and/or ISO 27001 Scripting and automation skills in Bash, PowerShell, and/or Python Strong communication, documentation, and cross-functional leadership skills Preferred Qualifications Background in Information Security and/or AI infrastructure is a strong advantage Startup or high-growth company experience Experience supporting GPU/AI environments Experience with EPDA/EDA environments Relevant certifications in Microsoft, AWS, Linux, or Security Benefits (subject to location and local regulations) Competitive salary and equity Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan Flexible vacation and time-off policy Collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive work environment Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies with a highly cross-functional team

Responsibilities

The Director of IT will lead and scale the company's IT infrastructure, operations, and security programs. They are responsible for managing end-user support, device security, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure reliable IT services.