System Administrator

About Blue Matter Blue Matter is a strategic consulting firm serving the life sciences industry, bringing original ideas and a meaningful impact to clients across pharma and biotech. Founded in 2012, we operate globally with teams across North America, Europe, and India.  Role Overview We’re seeking a hands-on System Administrator to support and mature Blue Matter’s IT environment India.  You’ll administer both Google Workspace and Microsoft 365, manage cloud and endpoint services, and troubleshoot hardware for a mixed Windows/macOS fleet. This role partners closely with Security and Enterprise Applications to deliver a reliable, secure, and user-friendly technology experience. Location: Pune or Gurgaon, India (Onsite) Team: IT & Security What You’ll Do Google Workspace administration: User / group / OU management; security, Gmail, Drive/Shared Drives, Calendar, and device policies in the Admin Console; identity and SSO integrations where applicable. Microsoft 365 & Azure AD (Entra ID): User / license management; Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive; Azure AD conditional access; basic PowerShell for automation. Endpoint & mobility: Intune / Endpoint Manager (and/or equivalent MDM) for Windows and macOS; software packaging, update rings, device compliance, disk encryption. Hardware support: Diagnose and resolve laptop, dock, display, printer, and peripheral issues; coordinate vendor repairs and RMA; maintain spares and asset inventory. Network fundamentals: Support office Wi-Fi/LAN (basic switch/AP troubleshooting), VPN client configuration, and DNS/DHCP basics (escalate to network partners as needed). Cloud & SaaS administration: Provision and support core SaaS (e.g., collaboration, project tools); manage SSO, MFA, and least-privilege access; assist with backups and retention. Security & compliance: Implement hardening baselines, patching, and endpoint protection; respond to alerts; support audits and evidence collection alongside Security. Automation & documentation: Build light automations (PowerShell, bash, Google Apps Script) and maintain playbooks, diagrams, and KB articles for repeatable operations. Customer service: Provide timely L1/L2 support, including new-hire onboarding, desk setups, and executive support; maintain high CSAT. What You’ll Bring Experience: 3–6 years in IT systems administration supporting both Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 in a multi-site environment. Technical depth: Google Admin Console (users/groups/OU, security, Drive, Gmail, devices). Microsoft 365 + Azure AD/Entra (Exchange Online, SharePoint/OneDrive, Conditional Access, basic PowerShell). Intune/Endpoint Manager (Windows/macOS), JAMF or equivalent MDM a plus. Solid hardware troubleshooting for laptops/peripherals; imaging/provisioning experience. Core networking (TCP/IP, VLANs, VPN, Wi-Fi) fundamentals. Security mindset: MFA, SSO, least-privilege, patching, disk encryption, EDR/antivirus; familiarity with incident response workflows. Soft skills: Clear communication, service orientation, and the ability to work independently onsite while collaborating with global colleagues. Nice-to-haves / Certifications: CompTIA A+ / Network+ / Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Google Workspace Administrator, ITIL Foundation. Why Blue Matter Work with a mission-driven consulting firm at the intersection of life sciences and strategy, recognized for impactful client work and a people-first culture. Blue Matter Consulting+2Blue Matter Consulting+2 Join a growing India presence—including in Pune—aligned with our global teams and recent expansion of analytics and insights capabilities. Blue Matter Consulting Logistics Work arrangement: Onsite, Pune office (with occasional off-hours support for global incidents/maintenance windows). Employment type: Full-time. Equipment: Company-issued laptop and necessary peripherals provided. Powered by JazzHR