IT Administrator

About Plasmidsaurus

Plasmidsaurus is on a mission to accelerate new cures and promote a healthier planet by unlocking a new level of productivity for scientists. Our sequencing services are used daily by thousands of innovators, including Nobel laureates, Fortune 100 pharma, and over 70,000 scientists.

We began by revolutionizing plasmid sequencing, making it exponentially cheaper and faster, with innovative sequencing technologies and a global network of laboratories that turn samples into answers in hours, not weeks.

Now we are expanding that same disruptive model across all of genomics. With the launch of our new RNA-seq service, we are taking a bold step toward our vision to sequence everything, providing scientists everywhere with faster, simpler, and more affordable access to the data that powers discovery.

Every team member at Plasmidsaurus plays a crucial role in driving the future of biotech research. Together, we are building the world’s most efficient sequencing engine that operates overnight, scales globally, and helps scientists make breakthroughs faster than ever before.

Role Overview

Plasmidsaurus has grown fast: more labs, more people, more countries, and more scientists trusting us with their research. Our IT foundation has to keep pace. We need an IT Administrator who can keep our team productive, our devices and data secure, and our networks reliable wherever we operate. You'll make sure our growth never outruns our security, so our labs can keep delivering results by sunrise.

You are someone who:

• Enjoys high agency and high ownership work
• Is excited to make an impact on the scientific community, enabling the next generation of medicines, biotechnology, and even plant-based-meats!
• Can lead projects from idea to production independently
• Is a life-long learner
• Is excited to work in a tight-knit fast-paced environment with a motivated team
• Values clear communication and helping others learn new skills

What you'll be doing

1. Security and Compliance

• Ensure continued SOC 2 compliance, including developing cybersecurity policies, preparing for audits, maintaining evidence, and addressing gaps.
• Proactively identify vulnerabilities, through both internal and third-party risk assessments, and mitigate security risks.

2. Systems and Device Administration

• Administer and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, workstations, cloud environments, and mobile devices. Secure devices with endpoint protection.
• Manage user identity and access control systems.
• Oversee software updates, patch management, and system configurations to minimize vulnerabilities. Familiarity with RMM and MDM systems preferred.

3. Networking and Infrastructure

• Implement reliable, scalable networking solutions, including firewalls, switches, VPNs, and Wi-Fi access points, across our sequencing labs around the world.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, or relevant work experience
• 6+ years as an IT administrator at a high growth startup environment
• Experience with SOC 2 or ISO 27001
• Computer system administration for macOS, Windows, and Linux
• Google Workspace administration
• Experience with MDM/IdP platform (Rippling) and endpoint protection (SentinelOne)
• Experience configuring network infrastructure (preferably Mikrotik and pfSense) and server management for Linux-based on-prem compute environments
• Familiarity with cybersecurity and data security best practices, including ISMS frameworks

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly align with the job description as we seek out diverse and creative perspectives. Team members who love to learn and collaborate in an inclusive environment will thrive with us. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need additional accommodations to feel comfortable during your interview process, please let us know at [email protected].