Specialist System Administrator

Career Category
Information Systems
Job Description
Join Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our shared mission-to serve patients living with serious illnesses-drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we've helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world's toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas -Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease- we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you'll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you'll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

SPECIALIST SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR

What you will do

Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will manage and optimize complex Windows server environments, ensuring reliability, security, and automation. You will plan, implement, and maintain enterprise server platforms while collaborating with global teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Administer and maintain Windows Server environments, ensuring stability, security, and compliance.
• Plan and implement server configurations, upgrades, and patches to meet operational requirements.
• Monitor system performance and proactively resolve bottlenecks and incidents.
• Develop and maintain server security standards and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Automate routine tasks using scripting tools such as PowerShell, Python, or Ansible.
• Manage virtualization platforms (VMware, Acropolis) and optimize resource utilization.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to support infrastructure needs and resolve technical issues.
• Integrate networking and storage solutions to ensure seamless system performance.
• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, operational procedures, and change records.
• Support infrastructure design and architecture planning for scalability and resilience.
• Participate in central initiatives related to infrastructure modernization and automation.
• Provide technical expertise during incident resolution and root cause analysis.

What we expect of you

We are all different! Yet, we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Specialist System Administrator professional we seek is a proactive, diligent problem solver with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree

Or

Master's degree and 2 years of Information Technology Systems experience

Or

Bachelor's degree and 4 years of Information Technology Systems experience

Or

Associate's degree and 8 years of Information Technology Systems experience

Or

High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Information Technology Systems experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of Windows Server systems and solid understanding of networking and storage integration.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and Acropolis.
• Hands-on expertise in scripting and automation tools for system administration.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices.
• Understanding of configuration management and automation tools (e.g., SCCM, Ansible).
• Experience with ITIL processes and frameworks.
• Professional certifications such as Microsoft Certified and/or ITIL Foundation certification.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive, ownership mentality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively in team-oriented environments.
• Ability to optimize schedules and workflows to improve efficiency across systems and processes.

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates' professional and personal growth and well-being.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities including:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental & vision coverage, and life & disability insurance
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans and an annual site shutdown
• Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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