Systems Administrator

LifeSci Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Commuter benefits

Job summary

LifeSci Partners is seeking an IT Systems Administrator in New York to manage Windows, macOS, and cloud environments, ensuring secure, available enterprise systems. You will administer Microsoft 365, Azure AD/Entra ID, and Intune, with a focus on IAM, SSO, MFA, and device management.

You will also support end users, automate routines with PowerShell, and participate in deployment and lifecycle management of core applications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in systems administration or IT operations roles.
• Strong experience supporting Microsoft 365 and Azure environments.
• Experience with Active Directory, Entra ID, Intune, and endpoint management.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, security best practices, and device management.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows, macOS, and cloud-based environments.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity to ensure optimal operations.
• Manage servers, storage, networking equipment, and endpoint devices.
• Perform system upgrades, patching, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Support end users and serve as escalation point for complex technical issues.

Skills

Microsoft 365 & Azure

Active Directory / Entra ID

Intune / Endpoint management

Networking fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Project management

Tools

PowerShell

Automation tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure & Systems Management

• Administer and maintain Windows, macOS, and cloud-based environments.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity to ensure optimal operations.
• Manage servers, storage, networking equipment, and endpoint devices.
• Perform system upgrades, patching, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Identity & Access Management

• Manage user provisioning and deprovisioning.
• Administer Microsoft 365, Azure Active Directory/Entra ID, and related platforms.
• Configure and maintain Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and conditional access policies.
• Ensure appropriate access controls and security permissions are maintained.

Cloud & Enterprise Applications

• Support Microsoft 365, Azure, and other enterprise SaaS applications.
• Manage integrations between business-critical systems.
• Assist with application deployment, configuration, and lifecycle management.

Endpoint Management

• Administer endpoint management platforms such as Microsoft Intune and/or JAMF.
• Configure device policies, compliance settings, and security controls.
• Support laptop, desktop, and mobile device deployments.

End User Support

• Serve as an escalation point for complex technical issues.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to internal stakeholders.
• Train users on new technologies, processes, and best practices.

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of experience in systems administration or IT operations roles.
• Strong experience supporting Microsoft 365 and Azure environments.
• Experience with Active Directory, Entra ID, Intune, and endpoint management.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, security best practices, and device management.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and project management skills.

Preferred

• Experience with Jamf, MDM platforms, or Zero Trust architecture.
• Experience with PowerShell, scripting, or automation tools.
• Microsoft, Azure, AWS, CompTIA, or related certifications a plus
• Experience supporting highly regulated environments.

What Success Looks Like

• Stable, secure, and highly available enterprise systems.
• Efficient onboarding and offboarding processes.
• High end-user satisfaction and timely issue resolution.
• Continuous improvements through automation and process optimization.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Medical, Vision and Dental benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
• Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits

$85,000 - $100,000 a year

LifeSci Partners is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal and law. We provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law.