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
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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.
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