Quantum-Art is a full-stack quantum computing company focused on the development of cutting-edge quantum computing systems based on trapped-ion technology, covering both hardware and software domains. We’re looking for a versatile and hands-on IT & Systems Administrator to be our first dedicated IT hire. This role combines day-to-day IT support (helpdesk) with broader systems administration responsibilities. You will own the company’s IT infrastructure end-to-end, ensuring reliability, security, and scalability while supporting a highly technical team. This is a unique opportunity to build IT foundations from the ground up in a deep-tech environment. Key Responsibilities Systems Administration & Infrastructure Design, implement, maintain, and scale internal IT infrastructure across Linux, Microsoft, AWS, and on-prem environments. Administer Linux systems, including patching, security hardening, CVE remediation, OS upgrades, DNS, DHCP, and core infrastructure services. Manage VMware vSphere / ESXi environments, including clusters, lifecycle management, upgrades, and virtualization platform maintenance. Manage server, storage, and virtualization infrastructure, including RAID, vSAN policies, Dell servers, firmware, capacity planning, performance tuning, and resilience. Monitor infrastructure performance, uptime, reliability, availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity. Networking & Security Infrastructure Administer FortiGate firewalls, VPNs, routing, VLANs, VIPs, HA, segmentation, and datacenter connectivity. Maintain networking services and infrastructure, including switches, Wi-Fi, office connectivity, DNS, DHCP, and redundancy. Troubleshoot infrastructure, network, and security issues, including root-cause analysis and operational support. Security & Compliance Implement IT security best practices, including endpoint security, patching, MFA, access controls, MDM, encryption, antivirus, and hardening. Support vulnerability management, CVE r