IT Systems & Security Engineer (m/f/d)

What we offer

• Work in an international, agile team creating the future of autonomous systems
• Grow your career in a expanding and ambitious engineering team
• Build innovative products using state-of-the-art technologies in AI, robotics, and autonomy
• Benefit from a steep learning curve and continuous development
• Enjoy team events and a strong, collaborative culture

Your mission

• Own and secure our IT infrastructure across Microsoft 365, cloud platforms, endpoints, and collaboration tools.
• Design, automate, and continuously improve secure, scalable, and reliable IT services supporting a fast-growing engineering organization.
• Manage and secure our Microsoft ecosystem, including Entra ID, Exchange Online, Intune, Microsoft 365, and Defender for Endpoint.
• Implement identity and access management controls, including MFA, Conditional Access, RBAC, and device compliance policies.
• Automate infrastructure and operational workflows using scripting, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and modern systems engineering practices.
• Administer and harden Windows, Linux, and macOS environments.
• Manage endpoint security, patching, vulnerability remediation, monitoring, and incident response.
• Contribute to ISO 27001, BSI, and NIS2 compliance initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with software, robotics, AI, and infrastructure teams to build secure engineering environments.

Your profile

• 3+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer, Security Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer (SRE), or similar role.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft technologies including Entra ID, Exchange Online, Intune, Microsoft 365, and Defender for Endpoint.
• Solid Linux administration experience and confidence operating mixed Windows, Linux, and macOS environments.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong automation mindset with experience in PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, or similar scripting technologies.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code and configuration management tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Good understanding of identity and access management, Zero Trust principles, and modern security practices.
• Experience securing endpoints, managing vulnerabilities, and troubleshooting infrastructure and connectivity issues.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment with a strong sense of ownership.

Nice to have

• Experience with Kubernetes, containerized workloads, or virtualization technologies.
• Networking knowledge and troubleshooting experience.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001, BSI, NIS2, or similar compliance frameworks.
• Experience in defence, aerospace, critical infrastructure, or other security-sensitive environments.
• Relevant certifications such as SC-300, AZ-500, MS-102, RHCSA, Terraform Associate, or comparable credentials.
• ITIL v3/v4 certification or practical experience.

What else

• Intrinsic motivation, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving mindset
• Combines structured and systematic work with creativity in finding solutions
• Humble and collaborative — puts team outcomes ahead of individual recognition
• High ethical standards and a disciplined work ethic
• Extra-curricular leadership or achievements are a bonus

• Nationality of a NATO member nation is required

About us

The world is changing. Exponential technologies are enabling new types of security threats. ATS is committed to staying ahead by building nimble, scalable, and cost-effective defences. We are looking for passionate team members who are eager to create exceptional products, safeguard our freedom, and strengthen the resilience of democracies.

Who we are: Autonomous Teaming is a defence-tech start-up specializing in machine vision solutions. Driven by cutting-edge innovation, our team works on next-generation technologies designed to meet rapidly evolving security challenges.

What we do: We develop systems that enable computers and sensors to operate as coordinated teams, collaborating in real time to counter AI-powered asymmetric threats at scale — including drone swarms and other UXVs. Our mission is to build resilient, intelligent defence capabilities that perform reliably in the most demanding environments.

How we work: We value close, in-person collaboration as the foundation for building complex, high-impact technology, while maintaining flexibility aligned to role and team needs. Our culture is built on ownership, responsibility, and trust — with a shared commitment to growing and building together.

Where we are: Based in Munich, Berlin, and Toulouse, we are expanding rapidly across Europe with plans to open additional office hubs.