Job Summary:
Vanda Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer to administer and support their IT infrastructure. The role involves managing Microsoft services, maintaining server environments, and ensuring system performance and security.
Responsibilities:
โข Administer and support the Microsoft Active Directory environment, including Group Policy
โข Manage Microsoft Exchange (onโpremises and hybrid Microsoft 365) infrastructure
โข Administer and support Microsoft 365 services, including:
โข Entra ID (Azure AD)
โข Intune (endpoint management)
โข Office 365 applications and services
โข Maintain, patch, and troubleshoot Windows and Linux server environments
โข Support Windowsโbased client systems
โข Administer virtualization platforms, including:
โข VMware vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi
โข Manage compute infrastructure, including:
โข Cisco UCS
โข Configure, support, and troubleshoot network infrastructure:
โข Cisco firewalls and switches
โข Administer and support storage systems:
โข Dell PowerStore and Isilon
โข Support and maintain AWS environments as required
โข Monitor system performance, availability, and security
โข Perform patching, upgrades, and routine infrastructure maintenance
โข Troubleshoot incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement longโterm fixes
โข Maintain accurate system documentation and operational runbooks
Qualifications:
Required:
โข Bachelorโs degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
โข 6โ10 years of experience in infrastructure or systems administration
โข Experience working in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) or fastโpaced, multiโenvironment IT organization
โข Demonstrated ability to support a broad range of technologies rather than a single specialized platform
โข Handsโon experience with: Microsoft Intune and endpoint management, Entra ID and identity & access management, Cisco UCS environments
โข Strong experience with: Active Directory and Group Policy, Microsoft 365 and hybrid Exchange deployments, VMware virtualization technologies
โข Proven experience managing Windows and Linux systems
โข Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (switching, routing, firewalls)
โข Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problemโsolving skills
Preferred:
โข Familiarity with AWS services (EC2, S3, VPC, IAM)
โข Scripting or automation experience (PowerShell, Bash)
โข Relevant certifications (Microsoft, VMware, AWS, Cisco)
Company:
Vanda is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative therapies. Founded in 2003, the company is headquartered in Washington, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.