Senior/Principal Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Scholar Rock is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers life-changing therapies for people with serious diseases that have high unmet need. As a global leader in the biology of the transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) superfamily of cell proteins and named for the visual resemblance of a scholar rock to protein structures, the clinical-stage company is focused on advancing innovative treatments where protein growth factors are fundamental. Over the past decade, the company has created a pipeline with the potential to advance the standard of care for neuromuscular disease, cardiometabolic disorders, cancer, and other conditions where growth factor-targeted drugs can play a transformational role.

Scholar Rock is the only company to show clinical proof of concept for a muscle-targeted treatment in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This commitment to unlocking fundamentally different therapeutic approaches is powered by broad application of a proprietary platform, which has developed novel monoclonal antibodies to modulate protein growth factors with extraordinary selectivity. By harnessing cutting-edge science in disease spaces that are historically under-addressed through traditional therapies, Scholar Rock works every day to create new possibilities for patients. Learn more about the company’s approach at ScholarRock.com and follow @ScholarRock and on LinkedIn.

Summary of Position:

In this role, you will have an opportunity to be part of an IT Operations team for a fast-growing life sciences organization.  This is a high impact, high visibility role!  You will form close partnerships with many departments across the company and immediately have influence on not only the applications but also business processes, operational efficiency, and vendor management.  

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer with a deep understanding of Okta to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cloud operations, identity management, and security, with a focus on Okta integration and administration. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage cloud infrastructure and ensure seamless operations while implementing and maintaining robust identity and access management systems.

You will be immersed in a fast paced, collaborative environment which values its employees and prides itself on its unique culture.  

You may be the right fit if you are interested in helping to build a growing organization, work as a team with colleagues in a collegial way and enjoy leading high impact projects.  If you have an ear to the ground on security, compliance and risk, those interests will also serve you well. Candidates who are curious and consider themselves “life learners” will thrive at Scholar Rock. While technical aptitude is appreciated, we deeply value soft skills such as creativity, interpersonal, written and communication skills. 

This role reports to the Sr. Director of IT Operations but will work with ALL departments across the organization. Level determination will be based upon expertise and years of experience.    

• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Oversee and maintain cloud environments, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability. Including but not limited to Okta, AWS, Microsoft Azure, SecureW2, O365.
• Okta Administration: Manage and configure our Okta environment, including user provisioning, app access provisioning, single sign-on (SSO), and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
• Identity and Access Management (IAM): Implement and maintain IAM policies, procedures, and best practices to safeguard sensitive data.
• Automation and Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools to streamline cloud operations and identity management tasks.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Monitor cloud systems and Okta services for potential issues, troubleshoot problems, and implement solutions promptly.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including HR, Security, and IT, to ensure seamless integration and operation of cloud and identity management systems.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud and Okta configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend and implement improvements to cloud and identity management systems.

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud infrastructure and at least 3 years of hands-on experience with Okta.
• Technical Skills: Okta, O365, AWS, Microsoft Entra
• Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Expertise in Okta administration, including user provisioning, access provisioning, SSO, and MFA.
• Experience with IAM concepts and best practices.
• Strong PowerShell scripting skills.
• Understanding of network security principles and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Okta Certified Professional or Administrator certification.
• Knowledge of identity management solutions (e.g., Azure AD/ Entra).
• Familiarity with compliance standards and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• If you are a passionate Cloud Infrastructure Engineer with expert Okta skills and a drive for excellence, we encourage you to apply and join our team. 

Scholar Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.