To Work as the Sr. Network/Systems Administrator this person is a highly experienced IT professional who manages and maintains an organization's networks and systems, ensuring they operate efficiently, securely, and reliably.

This role involves a broad range of responsibilities, with a focus in network infrastructure management. This role comes with the ability to learn Enterprise infrastructure Application and server administration, security design, implementation and to support the IT processes to ensure the stable operation of IT Infrastructure for WuXi AppTec sites located in the US (Delaware) and assist with European operations.

This is a Hybrid Position that would be a minimum of 2 days (Middletown Delaware) in the office unless projects deemed more time on site is needed

Responsible for back end Corporate Manufacturing Infrastructure that includes the deployment, configuration, security, monitoring, and troubleshooting in the following Areas

Networking

• Network Security solutions including Firewalls (Cisco, Fortigate), Network Access Control (Cisco ISE), IPS/IDS, DNS
• Layer 2 / Layer 3 Networking Switches, routers, Wireless Controllers (Cisco, Cisco DNA)
• Corporate Networking Connectivity including Internet, Ethernet Network Service (MPSL\EPL) and Site to Site VPN’s, SD-WAN, Using BGP, OSPF and other routing protocols.

System Administrator

• Microsoft Server 2016/2022/2025
• Office 365
• Active Directory / ADFS / Azure AD
• SAN Storage Solution (Dell EMC, HP)
• VMWare 7.x (vCenter, ESXi, NSX, Storage Connectivity (iSCSI)

• Ability to work in a team environment and independently as required
• Normally receives minimal instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments.
• Maybe required to work Holidays and weekends
• Be on call and available after business hours
• Establish and maintain pertinent policies, standards, and procedures
• Perform duties in compliance with applicable regulations and standards such as Sarbanes Oxley Act, FDA Quality System, and ISO (International Organization for Standardization) Works on routine assignments per written procedures, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.
• Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals
• Perform job specific tasks in compliance with applicable Regulations, International Standards, and WuXi AppTec Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Thorough understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Other duties as assigned

• 6 years of relevant experience or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree or Equivalent work experience
• Preferred CCNA, CCNP certifications

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• 4 years of experience with supporting back end infrastructure technology; must have working knowledge of how to configure, secure, and troubleshooting
• Firewalls (Cisco FTD Firewalls / FortiGate) - NAT and Firewall access rules
• Network Connectivity - WAN (includes troubleshooting managed services routing)
• Network Connectivity - LAN (SD-WAN, Routing protocols OSPF, BGP )
• Cisco Layer 2/3 Devices
• Cisco Switch configuration, VLANs, Spanning Tree, VRFs, port/group channels
• Windows Server Administration Experience 2016/2022
• VMware Administration of Host, Guest, Storage, networking (including iSCSI) and VMWare Apps
• Active Directory (Sites and Services, ADFS)
• Willingness to perform excellent customer service
• Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Travel may be required up to 15% to other sites Located in US & Europe for projects.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise conditions.
• Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels
• Ability to stand /Sit/walk for long periods of time
• Ability to Lift 25 lbs occasionally
• Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach
• Clarity of Vision
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions
• Ability to climb Ladders / Stairs

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.  Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.