IT Systems Specialist I

Responsible for technical user support and security in the company's local area networks. Maintains hardware and software on the company's network servers and user workstations. Monitors and controls data communications equipment and software., * Controls security in the local area network including creation of passwords and allocation of access rights for users to data files and applications.

• Controls access rights to the company's electronic mail system.
• Installs, configures and monitors file and application servers on the local area network. Performs hardware and software installation and maintenance.
• Installs and tests hardware and software for workstations, printers, and other peripheral devices in employee work areas. Diagnoses causes of failures and performs corrective or preventive maintenance. When necessary coordinates service calls to outside vendors, reporting problems and assisting with the repairs.
• Operates and monitors data communications hardware and software, including routers, modems, and communications servers.
• Assists employees in operation of personal computers, printers and other peripheral equipment.
• Keeps an up to date hardware and software inventory, and performs other administrative tasks required by IT standard procedures.
• Ensure compliance with the security policies established for the acquisition, design, development, operation, administration and maintenance of production systems, operating systems, control of networks and communication systems, databases and related technological resources of Werfen

Secondary Functions:

• Additional bullet points, if appropriate

Budget Managed (if applicable)

N/A Internal Networking/Key Relationships

To be determined based on department needs, to include interactions such as:

• Coordinates with IT Systems Senior Manager or IT Systems Manager on project priorities and to establish the design for the different infrastructure projects
• Regularly meets with systems users to clarify user requirements, provide support and problem resolution.
• Regularly meets with development team members to clarify user requirements, provide support and problem resolution.
• Others as determined by department needs

Skills & Capabilities:

• The ideal candidate for this position will exhibit the following skills and capabilities:

• Ability to troubleshoot hardware/software malfunctions and perform repairs is required.

• A Bachelor's Degree in a related technical subject, or two years of experience in a similar position are required.

Additional Skills/Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of computer hardware and operating systems, servers, computer networks, and peripheral equipment.
• Language: Fluency in English required.

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $70K to $90K. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs.

This role is eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan retirement benefits with an employer match, as well as paid vacation and sick leave. Our sales roles are eligible for participation in a commission plan and our management, and select professional roles, are eligible for a performance-based bonus.

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong., We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.