Systems & Security Administrator Porto

Our Organization

Fair
Journey Biologics is a globally recognized Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in antibody discovery, engineering, characterization, and production. We proudly serve leading pharmaceutical companies and
- tier biotech firms across the U. S. , Europe, and Japan. Our
- edge facilities are based in Porto, Portugal, where innovation and scientific excellence drive every project. For more information, please visit Fair
Journey Biologics.

Tasks

The Role

We are seeking a System Administrator with cybersecurity experience to ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of our IT infrastructure. This hybrid role combines classic systems administration with responsibility for implementing and monitoring cybersecurity practices, safeguarding sensitive data, and supporting compliance requirements in a
- paced,
- driven environment.

You will manage
-
- day IT operations (servers, networks, cloud systems), while also strengthening our security posture through audits, monitoring, and
- practice implementation.

Key responsibilities

Systems Administration

• Install, configure, and maintain servers, workstations, and cloud environments (Windows, Linux, AWS, Azure).
• Manage virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and monitor system performance.
• Maintain and optimize network connectivity, VPN access, and firewall configurations.
• Oversee backup and disaster recovery processes to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Provide 2nd-level technical support, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of systems, procedures, and configurations.

Cybersecurity

• Implement and enforce IT security policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and patch management.
• Monitor and manage security tools such as firewalls, antivirus, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions.
• Support compliance with industry regulations (e. g. , GDPR, ISO 27001, HIPAA, Gx
  P).
• Develop and test incident response and recovery plans.
• Provide user training and awareness sessions on cybersecurity best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 4+ years of experience in system administration with exposure to cybersecurity.
• Strong knowledge of Windows, Linux, and
  - based environments (AWS, Azure).
• Experience with networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN) and firewall management.
• Hands-on experience with security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, antivirus/endpoint protection).
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, Gx
  P).
• Scripting and automation skills (e. g. , Power
  Shell, Bash, Python).
• Strong analytical and
  - solving abilities, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Security certifications (e. g. , Comp
  TIA Security+, CISSP, CISM) are a plus.

Benefits

• Integration in a highly motivated team;
• Working in an international environment;
• Employee benefits package;
• Career development.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career path, we’d love to hear from you.