Sr. Systems Administrator

Pulse Staffing Limited; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Onsite gym

Mindfulness classes

Job summary

Pulse Biosciences is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to join our IT infrastructure team in Hayward, CA. You will support planning, maintenance, and operations of IT services, focusing on security, domain, server, network, and cloud infrastructure while providing day-to-day technical support.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in systems administration, hands-on experience with Windows environments, VMware, Veeam, and Palo Alto firewalls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• 5+ years of systems administration and helpdesk experience.
• 3+ years of Palo Alto firewall and Okta experience.
• Strong knowledge of Windows 11/Server, AD, O365, Azure, and Veeam.
• Experience with VMware virtualization and network security.

Responsibilities

• Respond to help desk requests and troubleshoot end-user issues.
• Manage Windows OS, AD, network infra, firewall/switches, and VMware.
• Perform security monitoring and implement security policies.
• Configure backups, data recovery, cloud storage, and DR.
• Document standards and procedures for IT environments.
• Plan end-user trainings.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Windows OS

Active Directory

Group Policy

Office 365

Azure

VMware

Veeam

Palo Alto firewall

OKTA

Networking basics

MDM

Cyber security hygiene

DNS/DHCP/WLAN/RADIUS

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

VMware vSphere

Okta

Palo Alto management

Job description

Pulse Biosciences (Nasdaq: PLSE): Join the Future of Bioelectric Medicine

Pulse Biosciences is a novel bioelectric medicine company committed to health innovation that has the potential to improve the quality of life for patients. The Company’s proprietary CellFX® nsPFA™ (nanosecond Pulsed Field Ablation) technology delivers nanosecond pulses of electrical energy to non-thermally ablate cells while sparing adjacent noncellular tissue.

The Company is actively pursuing the development of its CellFX nsPFA technology for use in the surgical treatment of atrial fibrillation and percutaneously in a select few other markets where it could have a profound positive impact on healthcare for both patients and providers. Visit pulsebiosciences.com to learn more.

Why Join Us?

At Pulse Biosciences, we are driven by purpose and innovation.

• Our Mission: To build a viable Company that designs, produces, and commercializes nano-pulse technology to improve and extend the lives of patients. To solve the needs of patients, physicians, and healthcare providers with high quality and high reliability products and services, developed in accordance with rigorous scientific, engineering, and clinical standards. We exist to make a positive difference in the lives of patients, physicians, healthcare providers, shareholders and our Pulse Biosciences team members.
• Our Culture: A community of creative, forward-thinking individuals tackling challenges with ingenuity and collaboration.
• Our Commitment: Hiring the best and brightest minds to advance our world-class organization.

What You Will Experience:

• Culture and Purpose - Purposeful and rewarding work collaborating with bright and curious minds brings us together!
• Innovative Environment - An environment that fosters innovation to take products from concept to human use quickly!
• Growth Opportunities - Learning culture focusing on professional and personal growth and development that you can only get in a startup-like environment!
• Comprehensive Benefits - A variety of health insurance plans and supplemental insurance options, and 401k retirement savings plan.
• Ownership and Rewards- Stock options awards and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) to share in our success.
• Work-Life Balance -Enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, flexible work schedule and wellness program, including onsite gym and mindfulness classes.
• Diversity & Inclusion - A commitment to providing a respectful work environment to our diverse workforce.

About the Role

The Senior Systems Administrator is a member of the IT infrastructure team and will assist with the planning, maintenance, operation, implementation and support of IT related products and services. The incumbent will manage priority projects and support our growing corporate infrastructure with day-to-day tasks and technical support. These projects and support emphasize security products but also include domain, server, network, cloud infrastructure support. This will include a broad spectrum of technology including Windows PCs/servers, LAN/WAN, Active Directory, network hardware, Email, backups VoIP systems, printers, and other SaaS systems and more. This is a dynamic role as it involves a mixture of skills for desktop support, server administration and project execution.

To Make an Impact, You Will:

• Respond to help desk requests and troubleshooting end-user issues providing solutions via ticketing system, phone, and in person. Identify root-cause of systemic problems and elevate to the correct resource.
• Manage Microsoft Windows operating systems, network infrastructure, firewall & switches, troubleshooting server-based hardware, OS and software problems, and manage Active Directory.
• Perform regular security monitoring to identify any possible intrusions as well as ongoing efficacy assessment of security policies and systems; review, recommend, and implement security systems and tools.
• Investigate and troubleshoot infrastructure and systems with all levels of complexity issues across all platform and application domains in timely manner. Serve as a key stakeholder in all infrastructure and systems related incident response, and correction efforts. Coordinate and communicate with impacted parties.
• Configure and administer backup, snapshots, data recovery, cloud storage and disaster recovery infrastructure. Verify network connectivity, document any issues or concerns as identified.
• Administer IT servers and technology tools including troubleshooting, installations, configurations, upgrades, user administration, and server/network security.
• Build, install, configure, analyze, tune, and troubleshoot server operating system, VMware, and firewall to achieve optimum performance levels.
• Proactive in monitoring network performance with alerting mechanisms to ensure uptime availability and reliable data flow.
• Compare, evaluate, and implement new technologies, and integrate systems into the computing environment.
• Monitor, troubleshoot and support LAN/WAN and wireless infrastructure to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient day-to-day network operations.
• Develop and document standards, policies, and procedures for specific IT environments along with system specifications, system design documentation, implementation processes, and operational support documentation.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate all end-user trainings.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

To Excel, You Will Bring:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in systems administration and helpdesk support.
• 3+ years of experience with Palo Alto firewall and OKTA.
• Strong working knowledge of Windows 11, Active Directory, Group Policy, Office 365, OneDrive for Business, MS Teams, Azure, Windows Server Administration, Veeam.
• Working experience creating, managing, and troubleshooting virtual servers using VMWare.
• Knowledge of mobile devices and MDM systems.
• Knowledge in Cyber Security hygiene and practice of system hardening and monitoring.
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals, such as TCP/IP, subnetting, DNS, DHCP, WLAN and RADIUS.
• Ability to logically breakdown complex problems to identify root causes and create sequential, actionable resolution tasks.
• Ability to thoroughly document lessons learned, trouble ticket resolutions, and technical training materials.
• Ability to complete complex technical tasks under pressure in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, including robust analytical skill with a focus on preventative actions.
• Working after hours and weekend will be needed from time to time.
• Outstanding ability to follow-through with tasks.
• Strong initiative and enthusiasm and willingness to pitch in whenever needed.
• Excellent oral written communication skills and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work conscientiously and with minimal direction, using good judgment, taking initiative to accomplish short and long-range projects, and recommend actions with minimal direction.
• Ability to work as a team member, multi-task and be very flexible to adapt to the ever-changing work priorities and requirements of a dynamic, fast growing company.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay Range:

Compensation is determined based on a wide range of factors including location, job-related skills, experience, education, and training. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. This pay range is specific to Northern California location. Base salary range: $120K - $140K. This position is located onsite in Hayward, CA and candidates must reside in the San Francisco Bay Area. No relocation offered.

Ready to Shape the Future of Healthcare?

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, age, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.