IT Manager

Position:                      IT Manager
Department:             Operations
Location:                     Woodland Hills, CA. (Hybrid)
Reports To:                Director, HR & Operations     

Position Summary

The IT Manager will provide support for the Angitia US Team and collaborate closely with the global IT operations team in China.  This role will be responsible for safeguarding the Company’s proprietary information, mitigating risks, and managing overall technologies, systems, software, applications, and licenses.

Responsibilities

• Proactively interfaces with all departments to gain a thorough understanding of the business requirements and needs related to technologies
• Analyze technology requirements across all departments and assist in the development of functional specifications; conduct comparative analysis and competitive bidding as required
• Evaluate and implement internal and external safeguards to mitigate cybersecurity risks
• Responsible for troubleshooting laptops, networks, software applications, printers, video conferencing and AV equipment, and other technologies both remotely and onsite
• Manage network operations, including troubleshooting connectivity issues, adding and removing users, assigning rights and security access, etc.
• Track and manage inventory and computing and networking resources issued by the Company
• Oversee the Company’s WAN across multiple locations/countries
• Maintain cloud and onsite data storage repositories that satisfy regulatory compliance requirements related to access, retention, and backup
• Administer VPN configuration technology to ensure timely access and resolution of issues for all remote users
• Administer and manage subscription-based applications and licenses, including BOX, Zoom, DocuSign, Survey Monkey, Smartsheet, Adobe, etc.
• Ensures compliance with all software licensing agreements
• Performs routine upgrades and preventative maintenance on hardware and software
• Presents and implements technology alternatives to improve overall IT performance and security
• Develops and maintains technology policies and procedures
• Coordinate and interface with technology consultants and vendors
• Assess office technology setup and implement improvements as needed
• Develop and manage a helpdesk system, ensuring timely responses to support tickets
• Onboard new employees including account setup, purchasing equipment, and configuring access to appropriate resources and systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of related professional experience
• Experience working in a startup or rapidly changing environment
• Excellent customer service and willingness to help others in a timely, accurate and courteous manner
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Understanding of industry specific data management and analysis tools/software
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Advanced Proficiency with both Microsoft and iOS operating systems
• Familiarity with firewall security and wireless networking solutions

Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000

About Angitia

Established in June 2018, Angitia Biopharmaceuticals is a multinational research and development enterprise focusing on discovery and development of new drugs for grievous bone, muscle, and joint diseases. Our mission is to discover, develop and commercialize breakthrough therapeutics that address the key unmet medical needs of serious musculoskeletal diseases. The founder and the core team members of Angitia are seasoned scientific leaders in new drug discovery, development, and management from both overseas and domestic large multinational companies. The company has built an organization distinguished by world-class scientists with talents that are proficient in the pathophysiology of musculoskeletal diseases. We utilize cutting-edge technologies of genetics and molecular biology to uncover new mechanisms, signal transduction pathways and their interactions combined with computer aided drug design to identify new drug targets, and to discover and develop new biological and small molecule medicines. The company is committed to serving patients in need by carrying out innovative science including internal research and external collaborations with academics and global biopharmaceutical companies. We are seeking talent who are innovative, ambitious, and great team players to join our vibrant group.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Company match
• Company paid Long Term Disability Coverage
• Company-paid life Insurance & AD&D Coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance & AD&D Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Telecommunication Monthly Stipend
• Work-From-Home Equipment Reimbursement