System Administrator

Job overview

The System Administrator role is in office in Huntsville, AL, with a flexible start time between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. Compensation is not specified. Discovery Life Sciences provides human biospecimens and biomarker data to support cell and gene therapy, precision medicine, and research programs. The administrator maintains reliable, secure enterprise systems across on-premises and AWS environments. The role supports the IT team and the organization’s research and business operations through infrastructure administration, automation, technical support, and documentation.

What you'll do

• Maintain and optimize Windows, Linux, virtualization, and cloud infrastructure across on-premises and AWS environments
• manage identity services, Microsoft 365, and security configurations
• administer Hyper-V and Veeam backup environments
• automate administrative processes using Bash, Python, and Ansible
• provide advanced technical support
• document infrastructure standards and procedures
• support AWS systems, patching, disaster recovery, and incident resolution.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

system administrator

huntsville al

discovery life sciences

windows server

linux

aws

hyper-v

veeam

active directory

microsoft entra id

bash

python

ansible

in-office

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage beginning on the first day
• 401(k) match
• vacation and paid time off
• paid parental and family leave
• professional development and reimbursement for relevant certifications and tuition.

Why this role

Mixed Windows Server and Linux environment spanning Hyper-V, Veeam, Microsoft Entra ID, and AWS; flexible start time between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m.; visa sponsorship is not available.

About the employer

Discovery Life Sciences LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.