IT Support Specialist at Aphena Pharma Solutions

Cookeville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Mar, 26

Salary

63000.0

Posted On

27 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IT Infrastructure, System Administration, Windows Server, Linux, macOS, Networking, Security Principles, Scripting, Automation Tools, Problem-Solving, Communication, Collaboration

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Job Details Job Location: Choc - Aphena Pharma Solutions TN - Cookeville, TN 38501 Salary Range: $63,000.00 - $63,000.00 Salary Start the New Year in a New Role! At Aphena Pharma Solutions, we’re not just a leader in pharmaceutical packaging — we’re a team that’s making a difference every day in healthcare and in our community. Ranked #7 in manufacturing in the Upper Cumberland, we offer a clean, climate-controlled work environment, a culture of growth and innovation, and the chance to be part of something bigger. We’re looking for an IT Support Specialist to join our technology team and help keep our systems secure, reliable, and ready to support our mission. If you have the skills, the drive, and a passion for solving problems, we want you on our team. What You’ll Do Design, implement, and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, and networking devices. Manage LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks, ensuring performance, reliability, and uptime. Implement robust security measures—firewalls, anti-virus, patch management—and conduct security assessments to ensure compliance with cGMP, industry standards, and company policies. Develop and test disaster recovery plans, ensure backups, and maintain business continuity procedures. Act as a vendor liaison for procurement, technical support, and IT maintenance. Support and guide the deployment of AI-powered tools (chatbots, CoPilot, ChatGPT) while training users on responsible AI use, ethics, and data privacy. Provide application and user support to ensure smooth onboarding and productivity across the organization. Stay on top of emerging technologies and integrate best practices to keep Aphena at the forefront of innovation. Qualifications What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field or equivalent experience. 4–6 years in IT infrastructure or system administration. Preferred certifications: CompTIA Network+/Security+, Dell/HP server management. Strong skills in Windows Server, Linux, macOS, virtualization (Hyper-V, KVM), and networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs). Knowledge of security principles, intrusion detection, and endpoint protection. Experience with scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python) and automation tools. A problem-solver with strong communication and collaboration skills. Why Aphena? Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more. Growth Opportunities: We invest in training and promote from within. Work That Matters: Your expertise will directly support the systems that help produce life-impacting products. Great Culture: Be part of the Aphena Phamily—a workplace that values people as much as results.

Responsibilities

The IT Support Specialist will design, implement, and maintain IT infrastructure while managing networks and ensuring security compliance. They will also support the deployment of AI tools and provide application support to enhance productivity.