Senior Specialist, Systems Administrator

Job Description

The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Systems Administrator to join our dynamic Business Technology (BT) infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will support enterprise infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and business-enabling solutions across an on-prem and hybrid cloud environment.

This role is a versatile generalist responsible for managing and operational support of a wide range of IT infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on Red Hat Linux administration alongside Windows Server operating systems, on-premises virtualization platforms (e.g., Nutanix, VMware), data protection platforms, and multi-vendor cloud environments (AWS, Azure). In addition to day-to-day operations, this role plays a key part in driving automation, security hardening, and compliance initiatives to ensure infrastructure reliability, performance, and risk mitigation.

As part of a collaborative team of systems administrators, you will work cross-functionally to manage configurations, automate processes, and uphold best practices. While the role emphasizes broad technical coverage across multiple platforms, there may be opportunities to apply or highlight specific skill sets that strengthen the team’s overall capabilities.

• Operational support of enterprise infrastructure platforms including incidents, service requests, and change management.

• Systems Administration – Administer Red Hat Linux and Windows Server operating systems across on-premises and multi-cloud environments, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards and corporate policies. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to server hardware, operating systems, virtualization platforms, and related infrastructure.

• ITIL Service Management – Adhere to ITIL best practices across incident, problem, change, and service request management, ensuring reliable and standardized IT operations.

• Security & Compliance – Apply system hardening practices, conduct regular audits, and remediate vulnerabilities in partnership with security teams, ensuring adherence to governance frameworks and industry standards.

• Collaboration & Innovation – Work with BT colleagues and cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies, optimize existing systems, and deliver scalable, business-enabling solutions.

• Governance & Documentation – Maintain clear, accurate documentation of systems, processes, and configurations to support compliance, operational consistency, and knowledge sharing.

• Support & Mentorship – Provide technical support, guidance, and knowledge transfer to team members, platform owners, and other BT stakeholders.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Requirements: 

• 3 or more years of experience in Information Technology, or a related field.

• Experience with Red Hat Linux server administration

• Experience with ITIL processes, including change, incident, and problem management – ServiceNow experience a plus.

• Experience with server virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, Nutanix, etc.)

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Windows Server operating systems.

• Experience with Cohesity Data Protection Services

• Pharmaceutical industry experience, ideally in support of areas like commercial, sales, marketing, or customer engagement.

• Proficiency in scripting and automation, including PowerShell, APIs, and tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or similar configuration management platforms.

• Experience with Nutanix AHV, VMware vSphere or similar hypervisor platforms (Hyper-V, etc.).

• Proficiency with networking protocols

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect) are highly desirable.

• Experience with Windows Server operating systems.

• Experience with Cohesity Data Protection Services

• Pharmaceutical industry experience, ideally in support of areas like commercial, sales, marketing, or customer engagement.

• Proficiency in scripting and automation, including PowerShell, APIs, and tools such as Ansible,  Terraform, or similar configuration management platforms.

• Experience with Nutanix AHV, VMware vSphere or similar hypervisor platforms (Hyper-V, etc.).

• Proficiency with networking protocols

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect) are highly desirable.

Secondary Job Description

Who We Are:

Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions.  Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants. 

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