System AdministratorThe System Administrator plays a critical role in maintaining and advancing Baylor Genetics' technology infrastructure. This position is responsible for designing, deploying, and managing enterprise-scale systems, with a strong emphasis on Azure and Linux platforms, to ensure high availability, security, and performance.
The role supports HPC environments and partners across the organization to drive infrastructure excellence aligned with our scientific and business mission. This is a Hybrid position based out of our Houston Office.Key Responsibilities· Systems Architecture & Engineeringo Design, deploy, and manage infrastructure to ensure high availability, security, and performanceo Engineer and maintain systems supporting enterprise and HPC workloadso Support hybrid cloud and on-prem architectures aligned with business, security, and compliance requirementso Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to enable consistent, repeatable, and scalable system deploymentso Partner with application and infrastructure teams to design systems that support development and production workloads· Operations, Reliability & Performanceo Monitor, operate, and optimize infrastructure with a focus on stability, performance, and cost efficiencyo Manage and maintain infrastructure supporting environments, including performance tuning and job scheduling optimizationo Perform regular capacity planning to support growth, scalability, and evolving workload demandso Implement and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutionso Act as escalation support for system-level incidents and service interruptions· Automation, Security & Complianceo Develop and maintain automation scripts and tooling to streamline operations and improve system reliabilityo Apply system security best practices including patch management, system hardening, and access controlso Support compliance and regulatory initiatives by maintaining secure, auditable, and well-documented systemso Participate in incident response and post-incident reviews related to system or infrastructure events· Collaboration, Documentation & Improvemento Work closely with development, security, and other teams to support deployment and troubleshooting effortso Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, diagrams, and operational procedureso Research, evaluate, and recommend new systems, tools, and approaches that improve infrastructure quality and efficiencyo Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other team members and support staff· Generalo Install and configure hardware and software as neededo Maintain working knowledge of operating systems and enterprise applications as they relate to system operationso Adhere to Code of Conduct as outlined in the Baylor Genetics Compliance Programo Performs other job-related duties as assignedQualificationsRequired· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field· 3 years of experience as a System Administrator supporting enterprise-scale environments with a strong emphasis on Azure and Linux platforms· Proficiency in automation and scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell); strong knowledge of system security best practices including patching, hardening, and least-privilege access· Relevant industry certifications or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degreePreferred:· Experience with Epic Aura or similar clinical/regulated systems· Experience with HPC environments including clustered compute, job scheduling, and capacity planningCompetencies· Strong technical proficiency in Azure infrastructure management, Linux administration, and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell)· High attention to detail with a focus on reliability, security, and operational excellence· Strong self-management skills with a continuous improvement mindset· Ability to balance architectural best practices with pragmatic execution in a fast-paced environmentPhysical Demands and Work Environment· Location: Hybrid (Houston, TX)· Frequently required to sit, stand, talk, or hear; frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity and visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and use a keyboard· Minimal travel required· Role supports a regulated clinical laboratory environment and standard office/data center environmentEEO StatementBaylor Genetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact our Human Resources team.