Scout AI

Senior IT Systems Engineer

Scout AI · Sunnyvale, CA

Posted about 2 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
66 days
Scout AI's roles stay open a median of 66 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Scout AI's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Scout AI
high
29 stale, 0 reposted of 30 open
Hiring momentum
35 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-08

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Scout AI's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Scout AI.

About this role

As a Senior IT Infrastructure & Security Engineer at Scout AI, you will design, build, and operate a secure network infrastructure that protects Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and ensures compliance with CMMC Level 2 standards. Your responsibilities will include implementing network architecture, managing devices, automating operations, and responding to security incidents, all while collaborating with a team focused on developing advanced defense technologies.

Our read on this posting2.8out of 5
benefits
4/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Scout AI as an employer.

What you need

  • 7+ years hands-on network and infrastructure engineering in enterprise or defense environments
  • CMMC and/or NIST SP 800-171 implementation
  • Infrastructure-as-code proficiency
  • Linux, MacOS and Windows system administration; comfort with multiple operating systems
  • Python or Bash scripting; automation-first mindset
  • Deep understanding of network segmentation, access control, encryption, and compliance-driven architecture

Nice to have

  • Startup or scale-up infrastructure experience
  • Experience building internal tools or scripts that scale operational efficiency
  • Passion about defense of the United States and its allies

What you get

  • Competitive compensation package including base salary and bonus
  • Meaningful equity
  • Premium medical, dental, and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
  • Competitive PTO and company holiday calendar
  • Catered lunch daily and fully stocked kitchen
  • EV charging

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of remote work flexibility beyond the location
  • The role requires a strong focus on compliance and security, which may limit exposure to more innovative or cutting-edge technologies
  • The salary range is provided but may vary based on experience and skills, which could affect final offers

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Listed by Scout AI on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-08. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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