Sr. Manager, IT

Adaptive Phage Therapeutics (APT) is a clinical-stage biotech advancing therapies to treat multi-drug resistant infections. We are on a mission to address today's — and tomorrow's — toughest infections. We are looking for intelligent and motivated people to help us reach those goals.

APT is looking for a hands-on, innovative, and collaborative Senior Manager, Information Technology (IT) to be the primary driver of key IT initiatives as the company grows and evolves. Reporting to the Vice President, Finance & Administration, the Senior Manager, IT is responsible for providing a vision for APT's long-term systems needs to support operations and achieve business objectives. Handles multiple applications, systems, network, and/or telecommunications activities. Manages information systems throughout the organization. May include programming, analysis, networking, data processing, and/or administration responsibilities. Resolves technical problems. Researches and recommends technology. Coordinates information system priorities.

Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Recommend information technology strategies, policies, and procedures by evaluating organization outcomes, identifying problems, and anticipating organizational requirements
• Manage the implementation, maintenance, development, upgrade and support of all IT systems, domains, and networks, including servers, routers, gateways, remote access, PC/MAC, operating systems, database administration, hardware, software, peripherals, Internet or Intranet devices, phone systems and connections.
• Provide support to end users in the selection, procurement, usage, and maintenance of software programs and hardware including new equipment setup.
• Recommend, design, and implement IT policies and procedures, including those for architecture, security, disaster recovery, standards, purchasing, and service provision.
• Develop, maintain, and test disaster recovery plan, including regularly evaluating and documenting current system readiness, and report results and recommendations to management.
• Responsible for asset management for IT hardware, software, and equipment including technology contracts.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, & activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, MIS, or similar field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Microsoft, Cisco, AWS, Azure, CompTIA professional certifications
• 8+ years of working experience in IT
• Strong knowledge of network architecture/topologies, computer software and hardware; knowledge of data communications, security and threat remediation, network planning and analysis; and vendor evaluations.
• Excellent documentation skills, assets & inventory, configurations, and following written company processes
• Physical ability to move desktop, server items when needed
• Intermediate to Advanced comprehension of file servers and folder permissions
• Networking and security principles
• Server virtualization, storage, and backups
• Cloud-based services and applications (M365, AWS)
• Full COVID-19 vaccination required; APT employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work on the premises.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job and will be available to the candidate upon request.

APT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. APT seeks to diversify its work force and is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Notice to Third-Party Recruiters/Staffing Agencies: Recruitment is managed through the Adaptive Phage Therapeutics Human Resources department. Resumes will only be accepted from staffing agency/recruiters if there is a signed contract in place. Recruiters are requested to not contact our hiring managers or employees directly to inquire about open positions or to present candidates. In the event a staffing agency/third-party recruiter submits a resume without a contract in place, the candidate submitted will be considered unsolicited and treated as if the candidate submitted their resume directly to Adaptive Phage Therapeutics, and no fee/payment will be paid. Recruiters interested in working with Adaptive Phage Therapeutics can submit their information to hr@aphage.com and we will contact you if needed.

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