Lead System Administrator

Trinity Life Sciences; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A life sciences consulting firm is seeking a Lead System Administrator to oversee the implementation and maintenance of its IT infrastructure. This full-time role demands extensive experience in advanced systems administration and knowledge of cloud technologies, including Azure and AWS. You will ensure system performance, security, and efficiency, guiding a team in troubleshooting complex issues and developing optimal cloud solutions. The position offers a competitive salary between $120,000 to $150,000, plus performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of advanced systems administrative support.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Windows/Linux operating systems.
• Significant experience with Azure and AWS technologies.
• In-depth understanding of enterprise applications and SSO configurations.
• Experience in backup and storage administration.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain cloud systems for optimal performance.
• Guide team of systems administrators in troubleshooting.
• Develop and implement system security protocols to protect sensitive data.
• Plan system upgrades and migrations for optimal performance.
• Monitor system performance to address potential issues.

Skills

Advanced systems administrative support

Microsoft Windows operating systems

Linux operating systems

Azure cloud technologies

AWS technologies

Single Sign-On configurations

Security tools management

Backup and storage administration

Monitoring tools

Networking protocols

Patch management

PowerShell scripting

Standard Operating Procedures maintenance

Security protocols knowledge

DevOps principles

CI/CD pipeline management

Tools

SolarWinds

Auvik

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Position Summary

Trinity Life Sciences is seeking a Lead System Administrator. This is a full‑time position that requires strong troubleshooting skills and a customer service focus. This position will be based out of Trinity’s Waltham, MA and New York, NY office.

Essential Functions

The Lead Systems Administrator will report to the AD based out of the US. He/she will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of Trinity’s infrastructural and architecture in line with Trinity’s security policies. He/she is expected to help guide a team of systems administrators and provide technical expertise and guidance to ensure the stability, security, and efficiency of the IT infrastructure. This role involves managing hardware and software installations, troubleshooting system issues, and implementing best practices for system performance and security. The Lead Systems Administrator will collaborate with other IT teams and departmental stakeholders to develop and implement strategic IT initiatives and ensure that the organization’s technology infrastructure meets the needs of the business. Additionally, they are responsible for staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve the organization’s systems and processes.

Position Requirements

• 10+ years of advanced systems administrative support
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Windows / Linux operating systems
• Significant experience with Azure cloud technologies, including but not limited to Azure Entra ID, App Service, Databricks, Storage Account, Virtual Machine, Azure Recovery Services, and networking components.
• Experience with AWS technologies (EC2, S3, Route 53, CloudFormation, EKS).
• In-depth understanding of enterprise applications and Single Sign-On (SSO) configurations.
• Familiarity with security tools management such as Zscaler, SentinelOne, or equivalent solutions.
• Substantial experience in backup and storage administration
• Experience in monitoring tools like SolarWinds, Logic Monitoring, Auvik or equivalent
• Comprehensive understanding of networking protocols, including DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, HTTP / HTTPS, and SFTP.
• Thorough experience in patch management and vulnerability remediation.
• Competent in automation using PowerShell scripting.
• Adept at maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and documentation.
• Knowledge of security protocols and compliance standards. Experience in anyone or more of SOC2, ISO 27001, IS042001 will be good to have.
• Good understanding of DevOps principles and IaC technologies like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Experience in implementing and/or managing Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline

Other Skills

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to support the organization's strategic initiatives and projects.
• Help guide a team of systems administrators in troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.
• Design, implement, and maintain cloud systems to ensure optimal performance and availability.
• Mentor team to analyze system logs, identify issues, and provide technical support for cloud applications and services.
• Develop and implement system security protocols and procedures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Participate in on‑call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical system issues.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate systems and applications and ensure seamless functionality across the organization.
• Plan system upgrades and migrations to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Oversee installation, configuration, and maintenance of enterprise systems and applications.
• Evaluate new technologies and make recommendations for system improvements and enhancements.
• Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Monitor system performance and capacity to identify and address potential issues before they impact operations.
• Ensure efficient utilization of cloud resources, including but not limited to CPU, memory, and storage that leads to optimized spend for Cloud services
• The ideal candidate works well independently with minimal supervision, is a strong team player, eager to learn, hard‑working, flexible, and able to provide quality support.

About Us

Trinity Life Sciences is a trusted strategic commercialization partner, providing evidence‑based solutions for the life sciences. With 25 years of experience, Trinity is committed to revolutionizing the commercial model by providing exceptional levels of service, powerful tools and data‑driven insights. Trinity’s range of products and solutions includes industry‑leading benchmarking solutions, powered by TGaS Advisors. To learn more about how Trinity is elevating life sciences and driving evidence to action, visit trinitylifesciences.com.

Compensation

Trinity’s salary bands account for a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets and market demand for skills; level of experience and training; specific qualifications, performance, time in role/company, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $120,000 to $150,000. In addition to your base salary, you will also be eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Trinity Life Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Trinity is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion and to providing employees with a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Trinity are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, family, parental, or veteran status, and/or any other status based on identity or that is protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Trinity will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment and encourages applicants of all ages and identities.