Senior IT Specialist, Later
$125k
Influencer marketing and social media management
Be an early applicant
Influencer marketing and social media management
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$125k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To help the world's top brands create high-performing social content and collaborate with creators to reach new audiences, drive engagement, and generate predictable ROI.
Role
Who you are
- 5+ years of experience in IT administration or systems engineering in a modern, cloud-based organization
- Deep expertise with Google Workspace (Gmail routing, permissions, automation)
- Strong experience with Microsoft Intune (policy creation, compliance management, and device security)
- Proficiency in SSO and identity management tools (Google Identity, Okta, or similar)
- Understanding of SOC 2 and ISO 27001 compliance frameworks and controls
- Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
- Working knowledge of networking fundamentals, endpoint protection, and incident response
- Experience managing IT projects via Agile or Kanban methodologies
- Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills
- Collaborative, detail-oriented mindset with a focus on ownership and reliability
What the job involves
- We’re looking for a proactive, systems-minded Senior IT Professional to lead and modernize our internal technology operations. You’ll drive the strategy and execution behind company-wide IT initiatives — spanning device lifecycle management, SaaS governance, identity and access management, and infrastructure reliability
- You’ll drive the strategy and execution behind company-wide IT initiatives — spanning device lifecycle management, SaaS governance, identity and access management, and infrastructure reliability
- This is a high-impact role at the intersection of technology, security, and scalability. You’ll combine hands-on technical expertise with strong process leadership to ensure Later’s systems are secure, compliant, and built to scale with the business
- Partner with leadership to define and execute the IT roadmap aligned with company objectives, compliance standards (SOC 2, ISO 27001), and business growth
- Lead IT planning and prioritization across hardware, SaaS applications, and access management systems
- Drive continuous improvement through Agile or Kanban methodologies, ensuring visibility, velocity, and impact
- Develop and maintain IT policies, standards, and playbooks that improve reliability, security, and employee experience
- Own and optimize Google Workspace, including Gmail configuration, routing, and permissions management; experience running scripts or using GAM strongly preferred
- Deploy, configure, and manage Microsoft Intune for device enrollment, policy enforcement, and compliance automation across macOS and Windows
- Administer identity and access management systems, including Google SSO (experience with Okta a strong plus)
- Build and maintain automation scripts (Python, Bash, PowerShell) to streamline onboarding, offboarding, and repetitive tasks
- Strengthen IT asset management programs, ensuring accurate lifecycle tracking of all hardware, software, and licenses
- Implement and monitor compliance controls supporting SOC 2 and ISO 27001 readiness
- Collaborate with Security and DevOps on audits, vulnerability management, and incident response
- Partner with Engineering, Security, HR, and Finance to align IT systems with operational and compliance goals
- Document key workflows, processes, and configurations in Notion to maintain clarity and transparency
- Mentor IT peers, share best practices, and contribute to a culture of ownership and continuous improvement
- Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to align priorities and reduce friction
- Stay ahead of industry trends in device management, SaaS optimization, and zero-trust security
- Evaluate and recommend new tools and platforms that improve automation, compliance, and employee experience
- Participate in audits, tabletop exercises, and IT maturity reviews to enhance company readiness
- What success looks like:
- IT systems are secure, scalable, and well-documented
- Google Workspace and Intune environments are fully optimized and policy-driven
- Access management is automated, auditable, and compliant with SOC 2 and ISO 27001
- Projects are delivered on time with clear progress tracking through Agile/Kanban workflows
- The IT function is recognized as a trusted, proactive partner to all teams
Our take
Platforms like Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok have become indispensable for businesses of all sizes, shaping their marketing strategies and driving success. Later specializes in assisting customers in navigating these channels. Offering a visually oriented suite of tools, the marketing platform enables marketing managers to schedule, analyze, and track sales from their content effectively.
Focusing on small businesses, Later is doubling down on its strategy, aiming to provide additional products tailored for marketers at these enterprises while expanding its geographic reach. This expansion of product capabilities not only caters to the evolving needs of small businesses but also helps Later mitigate platform risk from social media companies mimicking its services. Partnerships with platforms like TikTok and Instagram, featuring post scheduling, analytics, and conversation tools, showcase Later's commitment to innovation and staying ahead in the competitive landscape.
Now, the company is entering an exciting new chapter with updates designed to help marketers and creators stay ahead of what's next in social. The platform now offers enhanced analytics, improved collaboration tools, expanded support for platforms like Threads and Snapchat, and smarter insights through innovations such as Future Trends. These developments show Later's commitment to making social media management more intuitive, data-driven, and impactful so brands and creators can build stronger connections and lead the next era in social storytelling.
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Insights
6% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Jan 2015
$1.2m
SEED
Dec 2014
$1.3m
SEED
Total funding: $3.8m
Company benefits
- Learning & development opportunities
- Market competitive compensation
- Hybrid work environment
- Flexible paid time off
- Competitive healthcare benefits
Company HQ
Government Center, Boston, MA
Leadership
Scott Sutton
(CEO)Scott joined lAter in 2023 as COO, becoming CEO in 2024. Previously, he spent 4 years at ZoomInfo, joining as VP of Revenue Operations before becoming Senior VP of Operations and then CBO.
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