IT Systems

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Corden Pharma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Corden Pharma embraces fair hiring practices.

CordenPharma is a leading full-service contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and pharmaceuticals Drug Products (DP) and packaging capabilities with > 2,600 employees across the world. Our services enable pharmaceutical and biotech companies to manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people's lives.

Our network in Europe and the U.S. offers flexible and specialized solutions across five technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids, & Carbohydrates; Injectables; Highly Potent & Oncology; and Small Molecules. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to providing the highest quality products for the well-being of patients.

SUMMARY

The IT Systems and Network Administrator's role is to ensure the stable operation of the in-house computer network. This includes planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all network and server hardware, software, and communication links. The person will also assist in analyzing and resolving end user hardware and software computer problems in a timely and accurate fashion and provide end user training where required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Strategy & Planning

• Perform infrastructure design and capacity planning, to include network, data center, and cloud
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network resource administration, appropriate use, and disaster recovery
• Establish service level agreements with end users

Acquisition & Deployment

• Oversee installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of end user workstation hardware, software, and peripheral devices
• Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services
• Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards in support of network procurement and development efforts

Operational Management

• Manage servers, hosts, VMs, including storage appliances and backup servers, and their associated operating systems and software
• Manage security solutions, including firewall, anti-virus, and intrusion detection systems
• Manage all network hardware and equipment, including routers, switches, hubs, and UPSs
• Ensure network connectivity of all workstations
• Administer all equipment, hardware, and software upgrades
• Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation, and technical specifications information
• Administer and maintain end user accounts, permissions, and access rights
• Perform server and security audits
• Perform system backups and recovery
• Monitor and test network performance, and provide network performance statistics and reports
• Recommend, schedule, and perform network improvements, upgrades, and repairs
• Provide guidance to junior members of the team

LEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides guidance and leadership where appropriate. Provides input to the budgeting process as required.

SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of his or her activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Relevant college degree and/or relevant experience in the IT field. Related computer and/or industry certifications preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Microsoft and Cisco Certifications are preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; work with hands; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach above shoulder height; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and noise typical of an office environment.

CORE COMPETENCIES

These are the specific areas of knowledge, skill and ability that are important for successful job performance. They must be job related and consistent with business necessity.

Knowledge & Experience

• Working technical knowledge of network and PC operating systems and hardware
• Extensive application support experience
• Working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and standards
• Hands-on hardware troubleshooting experience
• Good understanding of the organization's goals and objectives
• Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery procedures
• Knowledge of enterprise storage systems
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws

Personal Attributes

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to conduct research into networking issues and products as required
• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language
• Highly self-motivated and directed
• Keen attention to detail
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Strong customer service orientation
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Work Conditions

• On-call availability as needed
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools, and to handle other computer components
• Occasional inspection of cables in floors and ceilings
• Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals

SALARY

Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

BENEFITS

• 401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
• Accident Plan
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance PPO/HSA
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• ID Theft Protection
• Life Insurance
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Vacation - Three Weeks 1st Year
• Vision Insurance

This Job Post will Expire on July 30, 2024