Inolex ยท 1 day ago
Senior IT Systems Administrator
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expInolex is seeking an experienced and proactive Senior IT Systems Administrator to manage our on-premises IT infrastructure and cloud platforms. This role serves as the technical bridge between strategic IT leadership and our managed service provider (MSP), ensuring operational excellence, infrastructure resilience, and successful project delivery across Philadelphia and Charlotte locations and globally.
Cosmetics
Responsibilities
Technical owner of on-premises servers, network, and cloud infrastructure
Ensure the security of endpoints
Coordinate with MSP for support delivery and accountability
Monitor, maintain, and optimize hybrid IT/OT infrastructure for 24/7 reliability
Implement disaster recovery and business continuity procedures
Maintain infrastructure documentation for support and maintenance
Lead documentation and standardization for remote support
Implement asset management integrated with network/security tools
Ensure resiliency through capacity planning and redundancy
Drive modernization projects aligned with growth and technology evolution
Implement and maintain security best practices
Collaborate on cybersecurity, risk, and vulnerability management
Ensure segmentation and controls between IT and OT systems
Monitor/respond to security alerts and implement preventive measures
Collaborate with business systems team ensure department goals are met
Translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Provide guidance and oversight to MSP technicians
Research and evaluate emerging technologies, especially AI-driven solutions
Identify automation and efficiency opportunities
Stay current with manufacturing IT/OT best practices
Proactively identify and mitigate risks
Qualification
Required
8+ years in IT operations and support
Hands-on cloud platform experience (Azure preferred)
Proven track record in infrastructure projects
Core Infrastructure: Windows Server, AS/EntraID, PowerShell
Business Apps: Microsoft 365 (Teams, Outlook, Voice)
Cloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure
Networking: Cisco Meraki switches, VLANs, routing, wireless
Security: Fortinet firewall, hardening, vulnerability assessment, MDR
Industrial Systems: FactoryTalk or similar ICS/SCADA, IT/OT segmentation
Disaster Recovery: Backup, business continuity, DR testing
Documentation: Infrastructure docs, SOPs, runbooks
Security frameworks (NIST, CIS Controls)
Business continuity/disaster recovery
Cloud security/hybrid design
Asset/configuration management
Proactive Risk Management: Anticipates and prevents issues
Self-Initiative: Takes ownership, drives projects independently
Strategic Thinking: Balances immediate and long-term goals
Communication Excellence: Explains technical concepts clearly, strong documentation
Collaborative Mindset: Works well across teams and partners
Continuous Learning: Keeps up with technology trends
Problem-Solving: Diagnoses and resolves complex issues
Preferred
Hands-on cloud platform experience (Azure preferred)
Company
Inolex
Inolex is a fiercely independent company that designs sustainable ingredients for health, beauty, and wellness.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
David C.A. Plimpton
Chief Executive Officer
Allie Franken
Human Resource Business Partner
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