Summary

Discovery is looking for a talented and passionate System Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. A Systems Administrator is responsible for providing systems administration expertise across a mixed Windows Server and Linux enterprise environment, spanning physical and virtualized infrastructure (Hyper-V), backup and disaster recovery, Active Directory / Microsoft Entra ID identity services, and AWS cloud infrastructure. This position is an integral part of a small, collaborative IT team, working closely with peers across infrastructure, development, and application support to solve system administration challenges across on-premises and cloud.

Job description

Position Summary

Discovery is looking for a talented and passionate System Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. A Systems Administrator is responsible for providing systems administration expertise across a mixed Windows Server and Linux enterprise environment, spanning physical and virtualized infrastructure (Hyper-V), backup and disaster recovery, Active Directory / Microsoft Entra ID identity services, and AWS cloud infrastructure. This position is an integral part of a small, collaborative IT team, working closely with peers across infrastructure, development, and application support to solve system administration challenges across on-premises and cloud.

A Day in the Life of a System Administrator at Discovery Life Sciences

Manage identity services, Microsoft 365, and security configurations to ensure reliable access and compliance.
Oversee Hyper-V virtualization and Veeam backup environments, supporting business continuity and disaster recovery.
Provide advanced technical support, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and document infrastructure standards and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Support Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID identity services, including user/group lifecycle, Group Policy, and hybrid sync health.
Administer Microsoft 365 / Exchange Online where required, including mailbox, security, and compliance configuration.
Administer the Hyper-V virtualization cluster, including VM provisioning, cluster/storage health, checkpoint management, and capacity planning.
Administer Veeam backup infrastructure, including monitoring job success/failure, performing restores, and supporting disaster recovery exercises.
Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation regarding system configurations, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

Associate degree and 6 years of professional experience required, OR bachelor's degree and 4 years of professional experience
8+ years of proven experience working as a Systems Administrator
Experience administering Windows Server (2016–2025) environments
Expertise with Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID (Azure ID), including Group Policy, hybrid identity, and access management
Proficiency in PowerShell for automation and system administration
Hands-on experience with Hyper-V, clustering, and virtual machine management
Experience with enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions such as Veeam
Experience supporting SAN, NAS, and enterprise storage platforms
Knowledge of iSCSI configuration and troubleshooting
Working knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, and network segmentation
Understanding of core networking services, including DNS, DHCP, HTTP/HTTPS, SSH, and FTP
Experience with vulnerability remediation and patch management in Windows environments
Familiarity with regulated/GxP IT environments and 21 CFR Part 11 considerations is a plus

Benefits

Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
Disability Coverage
401(k) Matching
Paid Vacation & PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Family Leave
Professional Development
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Team-Building Events

Company overview

Discovery Life Sciences is a global market leader in biospecimen procurement, analysis, distribution, and scientific services for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostics industries. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, the company operates as the 'Biospecimen and Biomarker Specialists,' combining the world's largest commercial biospecimen inventory and procurement network with globally recognized multi-omic analytical service laboratories. With over 10 million biospecimens in its biobank and hundreds of global clinical sites, Discovery provides highly characterized human cellular starting materials and expert services to accelerate precision medicine programs for cancer, infectious diseases, and other complex conditions. The company's integrated platform includes genomics, proteomics, molecular pathology, cell biology, and clinical flow cytometry services, supporting over 1,000 clinical trial programs. Discovery serves leading biopharmaceutical companies, diagnostic developers, and academic institutions, enabling them to advance cell and gene therapy research, development, and manufacturing programs with a single-vendor approach that eliminates inefficient transfers between different providers.