Applied Materials, Inc

Senior IT Solutions Engineer

Applied Materials, Inc • $122K — $168K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 7-10+ years in enterprise IT, endpoint management, or cybersecurity with experience in manufacturing or OT environments.
  • Strong expertise in Windows Client & Server OS, SCCM/MDT, PowerShell scripting, and OS imaging and deployment automation.
  • Proven ability to secure segmented, restricted, or air-gapped networks.
  • Deep understanding of endpoint security controls, vulnerability management, and malware-free certification models.
  • Experience supporting regulatory and customer-driven audit requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Provide support services to GIS and internal customers for IT services, ensuring SLA adherence and customer satisfaction.
  • Monitor service availability and performance; analyze trends to recommend improvements.
  • Lead root-cause analysis for incidents and drive corrective and preventive initiatives.
  • Execute complex configuration changes following approved SOPs and change policies.
  • Design and support secure manufacturing environments, including virtualized plateformes.
  • Lead the endpoint security strategy for manufacturing and lab systems.
  • Track vulnerability assessments and report on remediation progress.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package offered.
  • Opportunities for participation in bonus and stock award programs.
Full Job Description


Senior IT Solutions Engineer

Onsite based - Austin, TX

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide support services to GIS and internal customers for defined IT services, ensuring SLA adherence and high customer satisfaction.
  • Follow service management, incident, problem, change, and release management processes in accordance with established SOPs.
  • Monitor service availability and performance; analyze trends and recommend corrective and preventative improvements.
  • Perform root-cause analysis for incidents, outages, and systemic issues; lead corrective action and prevention initiatives.
  • Execute complex configuration and image changes following approved SOPs and change management policies.
  • Represent owned IT services in change management, architecture, and technical review discussions.
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date technical, operational, and end-user documentation for supported services and platforms.
  • Create, maintain, and enhance Windows-based solutions and operational processes aligned with Applied Materials product and manufacturing requirements.
  • Gather, document, and translate business requirements into tool-server and image configuration changes.
  • Troubleshoot OS- and component-level failures; perform detailed diagnostics and root-cause analysis.
  • Identify and resolve OS, scripting, automation, and process gaps; evaluate solution options and drive continuous improvement.
  • Provide internal technical support and documentation, partner closely with software engineering, field support, and operations teams.
  • Develop and deliver training, procedures, and knowledge base content for users and operations teams.

Endpoint Security, Imaging, and Compliance
  • Lead endpoint security strategy for manufacturing and lab systems, including AV/EDR evaluation, qualification, and deployment.
  • Own Windows OS imaging, golden image standards, lifecycle planning, upgrade strategies, and deprecation of legacy platforms (Windows 10/11, Windows Server).
  • Design and support secure manufacturing and test fixture environments, including virtualized platforms.
  • Define antivirus and security policies that balance protection, operational continuity, and network isolation for air-gapped or semi-connected environments.
  • Design and operate malware-free certification and end-of-line security validation processes for shipped tools and fixtures.
  • Provide audit-ready documentation and evidence supporting security controls and malware-free validation.

Vulnerability & Risk Management
  • Lead vulnerability assessment and remediation for manufacturing and lab assets using tools such as Tenable, Qualys, and Rapid7.
  • Track remediation progress and develop dashboards and executive reporting for vulnerability posture across business units.
  • Partner with Manufacturing, Product Security, and Enterprise Security to assess, prioritize, and mitigate risks in production environments.
  • Act as the primary IT/security liaison to Manufacturing Business Units, internal customers, and enterprise security teams.
  • Translate technical risks into clear, actionable insights for engineering, operations, and leadership.

Technical Experience
  • 7-10+ years in enterprise IT, endpoint management, or cybersecurity, with direct manufacturing or OT environment experience.
    • Strong hands-on expertise in: Windows Client & Server OS, SCCM / MDT, PowerShell scripting, OS imaging, and deployment automation.
  • Proven experience securing segmented, restricted, or air-gapped networks.

Security & Compliance Knowledge
  • Deep understanding of: Endpoint security controls, Vulnerability management, and Malware-free certification models
  • Experience supporting regulatory or customer-driven audit requirements.

Systems & Networking
  • Familiarity with: Industrial network architectures, VLANs, firewalls, and NAC solutions, Virtualization platforms (VMware / Hyper-V)
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex interactions between OS, hardware, drivers, and network constraints.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with manufacturing cybersecurity frameworks (SEMI E187, IEC 62443 concepts).
  • Background in product security or secure manufacturing tool delivery.
  • Experience building dashboards or executive reporting for security posture.
  • Master's degree or equivalent advanced technical education.


Leadership & Soft Skills
  • Highly detail-oriented with a strong bias for auditability and documentation
  • Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on
  • Able to lead without formal authority across matrixed organizations
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations


Impact of the Role

This role is mission-critical to ensuring:
  • Secure and compliant manufacturing operations
  • Malware-free tool shipments
  • Stable, scalable test fixture environments
  • Alignment between IT, Security, and Manufacturing priorities


Technical Experience
  • 7-10+ years in enterprise IT, endpoint management, or cybersecurity, with direct manufacturing or OT environment experience.
    • Strong hands-on expertise in: Windows Client & Server OS, SCCM / MDT, PowerShell scripting, OS imaging, and deployment automation.
  • Proven experience securing segmented, restricted, or air-gapped networks.

Security & Compliance Knowledge
  • Deep understanding of: Endpoint security controls, Vulnerability management, and Malware-free certification models
  • Experience supporting regulatory or customer-driven audit requirements.

Systems & Networking
  • Familiarity with: Industrial network architectures, VLANs, firewalls, and NAC solutions, Virtualization platforms (VMware / Hyper-V)
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex interactions between OS, hardware, drivers, and network constraints.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with manufacturing cybersecurity frameworks (SEMI E187, IEC 62443 concepts).
  • Background in product security or secure manufacturing tool delivery.
  • Experience building dashboards or executive reporting for security posture.
  • Master's degree or equivalent advanced technical education.


Leadership & Soft Skills
  • Highly detail-oriented with a strong bias for auditability and documentation
  • Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on
  • Able to lead without formal authority across matrixed organizations
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations


Impact of the Role

This role is mission-critical to ensuring:
  • Secure and compliant manufacturing operations
  • Malware-free tool shipments
  • Stable, scalable test fixture environments
  • Alignment between IT, Security, and Manufacturing priorities


Additional Information

Time Type:
Full time

Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular

Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:
No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

About Applied Materials, Inc

Applied Materials specialize in materials engineering solutions. They optimize equipment and fab operations through consulting, spare parts, services, and automation software. They also provide supply chain services from transactional spares through programs, rebuilds, and forecasted parts management. Their products and technologies include semiconductors, displays, roll web coating, solar, and automation software.

**Applied Materials, Inc. Careers**

Join the innovative world of Applied Materials, Inc., a leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our global team is driving innovation and growth in the industries we serve. This is where your expertise can make a true impact.

Work You’ll Do

At Applied Materials, Inc., you will be part of a company that prides itself on fostering a culture of innovation, diversity, and professional growth. As a member of our team, you will lead groundbreaking projects at the intersection of technology, leadership, and engineering excellence. We offer a variety of job opportunities that allow you to explore your potential and push the boundaries of what's possible.

Innovate and Lead

Join a team where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the industry, utilizing your skills to contribute to projects that are not only exciting but also crucial for technological advancements. Our leadership is committed to providing you with the guidance and support needed to achieve your career goals.

Career Growth and Opportunities

Whether you are looking for an internship, a full-time position, or leadership roles, Applied Materials, Inc. provides an array of career paths to help you achieve your professional aspirations. Our commitment to career growth is evident through extensive training programs and opportunities for advancement.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Applied Materials, Inc., we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the global communities we serve. Our diversity training programs are designed to enhance collaboration and foster an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits that support both their professional and personal lives. From health and wellness programs to competitive retirement plans, we ensure that our team is taken care of. The culture at Applied Materials, Inc. is built on collaboration, respect, and a commitment to excellence.

Join Our Team

Explore the job opportunities at Applied Materials, Inc. and find the position that matches your skills and passions. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are curious, creative, and ready to drive innovation in a dynamic industry.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your resume, prepare for your interview, and join a team that’s dedicated to materializing the technologies of tomorrow. Discover the impact you can make at Applied Materials, Inc. and help us shape the future.

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Learn more about Applied Materials, Inc
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$80.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$3.8 billion
Founded
1967
5 Year Trend
+11.9%
Revenue
$18.2 billion
NASDAQ
AMAT
* Ladders Estimates

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