Manager Information Technology

Antheia is a science and technology company developing next generation plant-inspired medicines. Applying synthetic biology, genomics, bioinformatics, data science, and fermentation, we harness the most beneficial molecules from plants to create active pharmaceutical ingredients in more controlled and economical ways. We are a close-knit team inspired by the possibilities of delivering transformative technologies and breakthrough science to change the course of medicine.

We value our people as our most important resource and are always looking for talented individuals who can make valuable contributions to our efforts.

This position may require occasional night and weekends support for the teams.

• Lead help desk support efforts for the company, making sure all desktop applications, workstations, and related equipment problems are resolved in a timely manner. Maintain and scale ticketing system for daily support efforts. Install and upgrade computer components and software, manage virtual servers, and integrate automation processes.
• Responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems, network servers, and virtualization ensuring best in class security systems and best practices.
• Implement, monitor, and continuously improve cybersecurity measures to protect systems, networks, and data against unauthorized access and threats. Able to compile data and information regarding cyber security for audits and investor due diligence.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, prioritizing problems, and assessing impact of issues.
• Responsible for capacity, storage planning, database performance as well as maintaining SW and tools licenses & renewals.
• Manage new hire onboarding setups and provide training to users on new applications, technologies and equipment. Set up new equipment for new users and assist with relocation of existing users due to moves, promotions, etc. Including international users.
• Initiate and provide company wide IT/cyber security training. Responsible for maintaining basic cyber security and being a liaison to outside consultants for advanced cyber security.
• Sourcing and onboarding new IT initiatives including enterprise software platforms, AI initiatives, etc.
• Manage relationships with IT contractors and vendors.
• Strong organizational skills and experience maintaining IT equipment inventories.
• Network administration (setting up switches, routers, site-to-site VPN, etc.)

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in computer information systems, Information Technology or equivalent experience in an IT role.
• Strong knowledge of systems and networking software, hardware, and networking protocols.
• Familiarity with various operating systems and platforms (Mac, Windows, Linux).
• Experience growing an IT department to meet scaling needs.

Full-time base salary range of $125,000 – $150,000 plus an annual bonus potential and equity opportunities.

• Comprehensive compensation package, which includes annual bonus potential and equity opportunities.
• Paid time off, in addition to company-observed holidays.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Free access to the Menlo Park Labs Gym.
• Menlo Park Labs free shuttle service to Cal Train, BART Station, and SF.

Antheia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law. In addition, Antheia prohibits the harassment of any individual on any of the bases listed above or any other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.