Cybersecurity and Systems Operations Manager

HyperLight is at the forefront of the commercialization of thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) integrated photonics - a material and process technology that is enabling high-performance scalable optical components across AI/datacom infrastructure hyperscale computing quantum computing sensing and beyond. Founded in 2018 and backed by leading venture capital weve built a team and a platform focused on real-world mass deployment of TFLN photonics technology.

At the core of our work is the TFLN Chiplet platform a modular integrated architecture designed for scalability manufacturability and seamless integration into complex systems. It offers a rare combination of extraordinary performance and industrial readiness enabling system developers across applications to deploy the technology fast and ready. We partner with our customers and suppliers from conceptualization design and prototyping phases all the way through mass production to ensure smooth and rapid deployment of TFLN photonic technology.

We believe our platform is the key in the golden age of the integrated photonics industry to empower humanity to the next level. We assembled a world class team covering engineering business and operations. We believe in the power of integrity innovation collaboration and pragmatic solutions. Our diverse team thrives on challenges and is united by a shared commitment to excellence. We take pride in tackling complex challenges with curiosity humility and a deep sense of care for one another.

We are seeking a hands-on strategic Cybersecurity and Systems Operations Managerto drive and evolve HyperLights information-technology infrastructure and systems from our Cambridge MA headquarters. This hybrid technical operational role spans lab production and business environments and requires a candidate who is comfortable with both core infrastructure engineering and pragmatic IT operations support in a fast-moving hardware startup.

At HyperLight youll join a world-class team working at the frontier of integrated photonics combining materials science system design and scalable manufacturing. The IT infrastructure you build and maintain will be foundational to enabling rapid product development manufacturing execution and business growth. Youll thrive if you enjoy both designing robust systems and rolling up your sleeves to solve real-world IT challenges in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Define own and execute the IT roadmap: network architecture servers/storage endpoint devices collaboration tools cloud services.
• Manage day-to-day IT operations across office lab and production spaces: user support device lifecycle (procure/onboard/offboard) system uptime SLA tracking.
• Architect deploy and maintain enterprise networking: LAN/WAN VPNs wireless firewalls switches segmentation for lab/production vs office environments.
• Lead systems administration including Windows macOS Linux virtual environments and related tooling (e.g. Active Directory / Azure AD MDM).
• Oversee cloud platform integration (e.g. AWS Azure GCP) and hybrid on-prem/cloud models to support R&D manufacturing business IT.
• Develop and enforce cybersecurity data protection and access-control frameworks: including identity management endpoint security backup/disaster recovery incident response.
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering manufacturing/ops product and business functions to understand their IT needs and deliver tailored solutions.
• Manage vendor and service-provider relationships negotiate contracts manage budget for hardware/software/IT services.
• Create and maintain documentation standard operating procedures (SOPs) asset inventory and reporting to leadership on IT health risk and opportunities for improvement.
• Drive continuous improvement: evaluate emerging technologies optimize cost/efficiency support scaling of infrastructure as HyperLight grows.

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science or a related discipline or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure management systems administration or network engineering preferably in high-growth or hardware/manufacturing environments.
• Deep hands-on experience with enterprise networking (LAN/WAN firewalls/VPNs switches/WiFi) endpoint management (Windows/macOS/Linux) and hybrid cloud architectures.
• Proven experience deploying and managing cloud services (AWS Azure GCP) and integrating on-premises with cloud environments.
• Strong cybersecurity awareness and experience implementing identity management endpoint security data protection/shadow-IT prevention.
• Excellent problem-solving skills ability to adapt in a fast-paced startup environment and capability to balance strategic roadmaps with tactical execution.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills: able to work with engineering manufacturing business teams and executive leadership.
• Experience managing vendor relationships budgeting and procurement of IT hardware/software assets.
• Bonus: Experience with DevOps practices proficiency in Python or other programming languages and a background in Physics or Electrical Engineering.

• Competitive market-based compensation (Salary range of $125000 - $165000 per year)
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical vision and dental plans for individuals and families
• 401(k) retirement plans with employee matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter benefits and subsidies
• Professional growth and mentorship opportunities

HyperLight is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status. HyperLight is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during our hiring process. If you need assistance or an accommodation please contact us at

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