Senior OT Network Administrator -3893BC

Verista's 700 experts team up with the world's most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. Whether it's compliance, quality management, verification, validation, automation, IT infrastructure, data analysis, manufacturing, or packaging, we deliver solutions that are right the first time.

Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.

Company Culture Guidelines & Values:

• We empower and support our colleagues
• We commit to client success at every turn
• We have the courage to do the right thing
• We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged
• We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Requirements

This position requires advanced learning; technical precision; and consistent use of independent judgment and discretion. Project Engineers/Managers conduct project management activities for Pharmaceutical and Medical Device process manufacturing, laboratory, IT, and packaging equipment projects. Managing internal and external Verista customer purchase orders for capital projects to ensure all aspects of services and capital project execution are delivered consistently and efficiently; always meeting project timeline, budget, quality, safety, standards, internal expectations, and client expectations. Verista Project Engineers/Managers are highly technical and knowledgeable within the technical area of expertise; have excellent project management and communication skills; and possess high technical aptitude to deliver complex solutions to our customer base. These jobs are responsible for schedule management, budget control, vendor/contractor management, determining return on investment (ROI) justification, team morale, change control, and validation. The project manager will be responsible for bringing on new workflows within an MES.

This role is a onsite in McPherson, KS,

• Proactively assisting and/or developing, implementing, and clearly communicating project scope, schedules, and budgets to ensure that project milestones are met throughout the project in accordance with the client contract and internal scope of work documentation, while maintaining a positive team atmosphere.
• Managing internal project scope of work, budget, timeline, and change orders.
• Taking responsibility for materials planning, budget development and cost control for assigned projects.
• Specifying and procuring equipment needed on the project(s).
• Managing and performing the start-up, commissioning, and validation of manufacturing, laboratory, IT and packaging equipment and associated support systems (such as utilities).
• Leading internal and/or client management activities for assigned projects: o Identifying and addressing complex technical issues and resourcing.
• Supporting team members; acting as the liaison to the client for discussing changes in scope of work, timeline, or budget.
• Providing frequent/clear/concise project updates to internal/external customers (bi-monthly minimum).
• Utilizing troubleshooting/problem solving skills to drive solutions to equipment/process issues, including FMEA and root cause analysis methodology.
• Providing technical expertise on equipment/processes/facilities/utilities in manufacturing, laboratory, and packaging areas.
• Leading the team to complete equipment design and specification, vendor bids, vendor selection, and equipment purchasing.
• Interfacing with vendors to ensure vendors will deliver parts, materials, components and equipment on-time, on-budget and to technical specifications.
• Managing the process and budget for samples of packaging materials or other necessary samples as part of the selection and procurement process and overall project execution.
• Developing and creating technical validation and engineering.
• Developing, writing, and executing engineering studies.
• Developing SOPs/Guidance Documents for project equipment and processes which are highly complex and require advanced engineering to develop.
• Performing Quality investigations (CAPA, Event, Periodic Reviews).
• Maintaining, updating, and communicating project status via dashboards or other customer preferred method.
• Executing projects to internal or customer standards, while also making recommendations to update standards to meet best practices

You will have:

• Maintain and support network and related computing environments including software, hardware, and configurations (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VLAN, and VPN) from various vendors.
• Day-to-day management of OT Network switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving network-related issues.
• Familiarity with Rockwell Automation Hardware and Software.
• Configuration and management of network switches using Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
• Update Network Diagrams using Microsoft Visio.
• Documentation of network using Netbox.
• Evaluate Network assets for obsolescent equipment for planned replacement.
• Evaluate spare parts inventory and determine what is needed on-hand (hot site - Parts available immediately), at a distributor (warm-site - parts available in 24-48 hours), and at a vendor (cold-site - parts available in 3-5 days)
• Review all Software licenses to ensure coverage of all systems.
• Perform a User Access Period Review ensuring all users are active and current.
• Review all Procedures and Preventative Maintenance Tasks to determine appropriate coverage of network assets.
• Capacity analysis and planning of Network Infrastructure for upcoming and future projects.
• Configuration and management of Windows and Linux server operating systems.
• Familiarity with SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor and Configuration Manager.
• Configuration, monitoring, and responding to Claroty Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) notifications.
• Participating in the change management process.
• Author, review and execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions.
• Author and review User Requirements, Functional Design, Detailed Design, Commissioning, Installation and Operational Qualification Documents.
• Daily administrative tasks, reporting, and communication with the relevant departments in the organization.

Desired Skills:

• A degree in engineering, computer science, IT, or related qualification (Network+, Security+, CCNA).
• 3-5 years of work experience as Network Engineer or System Administrator.
• Windows and Linux administration experience.
• Proficiency in bash, and PowerShell.
• Ability to work in a team environment in Pharmaceutical.
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical mind and outstanding problem-solving skills.
• Awareness of cybersecurity trends and hacking techniques.

Preferred

• Familiar with 21CFR Part 11 Electronic Records; Electronic Signatures
• ISA/IEC-62443
• GAMP 5

Benefits

Why Verista?

• High growth potential and fast paced organization with a people-focused culture
• Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
• Company paid medical premiums for Employee option.
• Company paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurances
• Dental & Vision insurances
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
• Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
• Leadership development training, career planning, and tuition reimbursement
• Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Maternity, Parental Leave and Bereavement

Verista is a leading business, technology and compliance company that enables clients to improve health and improve lives. We help clients solve their most critical and complex challenges across the GxP lifecycle, from preclinical and clinical to commercialization, manufacturing, and distribution. This experience brings together decades of knowledge, the most advanced engagement platforms, as well as transformative technologies. This allows clients to benefit from the ease, efficiency, and trust that results from working with one partner who excels across specialties.

For more information about our company, please visit us at Verista.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

*Verista is an equal-opportunity employer.

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