Senior Systems Engineer / Solutions Architect
About the job
- Experience working for a scaled managed services provider supporting multiple clients and environments simultaneously, rather than a single-organization IT environment.
- Deep hands-on expertise administering and architecting Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 or Office 365 environments.
- Strong security expertise in identity and access management, endpoint security, conditional access, and security best practices.
- Strong scripting ability, particularly with PowerShell.
- Experience with or strong interest in building automation and artificial-intelligence agents using tools such as Claude.
- Experience serving as an escalation point for a service desk or support team.
- Experience designing technical solutions for clients, including scoping and documentation.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work directly with clients on technical solutions.
- Serve as the Tier 3 escalation point for the service desk and resolve complex infrastructure, cloud, and security issues.
- Mentor and train Tier 1 and Tier 2 technicians and build technical documentation and runbooks.
- Own root-cause analysis for recurring or high-impact incidents.
- Design end-to-end client solutions spanning Microsoft 365, Azure, identity and security, networking, and endpoint management.
- Partner with sales and leadership to scope client engagements, contribute to proposals and statements of work, and estimate effort.
- Lead technical onboarding and migrations for new clients into the managed environment.
- Establish and maintain architecture standards and reference designs.
- Architect and administer Microsoft 365 and Azure environments, including Entra ID or Azure Active Directory, conditional access, Intune and endpoint management, Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Azure infrastructure.
- Implement and maintain Microsoft-stack security controls, including multi-factor authentication, conditional access, endpoint protection, data loss prevention, and identity governance.
- Support client alignment with SOC 2, HIPAA, and HITRUST compliance frameworks in partnership with the security team.
- Build PowerShell and other scripting-language automation for provisioning, monitoring, and remediation across client environments.
- Design and build artificial-intelligence-assisted tooling and agents using platforms such as Claude to automate documentation, ticket triage, reporting, and repeatable workflows.
- Identify opportunities to reduce manual ticket volume through automation and self-service.
- Support server administration, including Windows Server and Active Directory, virtualization, backup and disaster recovery, and networking including firewalls, switching, and virtual private networks.
- Participate in the on-call and escalation rotation for critical incidents as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Experience serving healthcare or life sciences clients.
- Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, Security+, or similar.
- Experience with additional scripting or automation languages such as Python.
- Experience with remote monitoring and management or professional services automation platforms common in managed services providers, such as ConnectWise and NinjaOne.
About the company
vdB&A offers outsourced back-office services for life sciences, covering finance, accounting, human resources, contract management, and IT managed services. It operates as an embedded partner that handles daily accounting, financial reporting, and major events like IPOs and M&A, with readiness and ongoing management of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance. The firm differentiates itself through its life-sciences focus, deep SOX expertise, a high-touch embedded service model, and a global footprint that includes the Philippines to support scalable growth. Its goal is to let life sciences companies concentrate on R&D and core science while vdB&A expands its capabilities and technology to support scaling, aided by growth funding from Gridiron Capital.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
San Diego, California
Founded
2014
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Gridiron Capital invested August 12, 2026, funding technology and service expansion.
- IT managed services launched in 2026, broadening wallet share across existing clients.
- Gridiron says vdB&A benefits from durable outsourced-pharma demand and strong retention.
What critics are saying
- Connor Group litigation reached California appellate court in 2025, signaling relationship-fuelled disputes.
- No disclosed deal terms or valuation leaves investors guessing about growth expectations.
- If biotech funding freezes, vdB&A's startup-heavy client base can collapse revenue fast.
What makes van den Boom & Associates unique
- Since 2014, Esther van den Boom built life-sciences-only back-office depth.
- vdB&A bundles finance, HR, contracts, SOX, and IT managed services.
- It serves 160+ clients from startups through public companies across five offices.
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Benefits
Paid Vacation
Hybrid Work Options
Performance Bonus
Company News
Gridiron Capital invested in van den Boom & Associates, a life-sciences back-office firm with US and Philippines operations.
Financial Advisors: Houlihan Lokey, Guggenheim Securities, Clearsight Advisors
Gridiron Capital partners with van den Boom & Associates. Aug 12, 2026, 08:00 ET Gridiron Expands its Outsourced Pharma Services Expertise with Provider of Outsourced Finance, Accounting, and Back-Office Services to Life Sciences Companies NEW CANAAN, Conn., Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Gridiron Capital, LLC ("Gridiron Capital" or "Gridiron"), an investment firm focused on partnering with founders, entrepreneurs, and management teams, is pleased to announce its partnership with van den Boom & Associates ("vdB&A" or the "Company"). Together, Gridiron and vdB&A, under Esther van den Boom's continued leadership, will invest in the people, processes, and technology to further strengthen the Company's role as the go-to white-glove, operational partner to emerging life sciences companies. vdB&A provides life sciences companies with a full-suite, embedded outsourced back-office solution that spans finance and accounting, human resources, contract management, compliance, and a newly launched information technology (IT) managed services offering. The Company serves 160+ active clients with a team of 150+ professionals, supporting companies at every stage of growth, from newly formed startups to public companies. Founded by Esther van den Boom in 2014, vdB&A is headquartered in San Diego, California, with additional offices in Boston, Jacksonville, Minneapolis, and the Philippines. The partnership with vdB&A underscores Gridiron's conviction in its Outsourced Pharma Services Thematic Area of Expertise(TM) and builds on the firm's experience partnering with healthcare and pharma-adjacent services businesses, most recently including Gridiron's investment in Health Monitor Network. Gridiron will support vdB&A's continued growth by leveraging its Centers of Excellence to help the Company grow its core offerings and expand into adjacent services, and invest in tech-enablement, data analytics, and organizational development as it scales. Scott Harrison, Managing Partner and COO at Gridiron Capital, said, "vdB&A solves a real problem for companies whose success depends on staying focused on the science. For more than a decade, the vdB&A team has earned the trust of life sciences companies by giving them the operational leverage to grow. We see meaningful opportunity ahead as the business adds new services and invests in its people and technology, and we are excited to be their partner." Esther van den Boom, Founder and Managing Partner of vdB&A, said, "Since founding vdB&A, our focus has been on giving life sciences companies the turn-key back office and operational support they need so they can focus on improving patient outcomes and lives. In Gridiron, we found a partner that will enable us to continue being best in class, while expanding our offerings to serve more client needs. We are confident this next chapter will benefit both our clients and our people." Aaron Stoppelmann, Principal at Gridiron Capital, added, "vdB&A sits at the intersection of two durable trends, the growth of venture-backed life sciences companies and their increasing preference for specialized partners to manage core operations. The Company's consistent growth and client retention reflect the strength of that position. Gridiron will support its continued expansion through investments in leadership, new service offerings, and technology." Guggenheim Securities, LLC and Houlihan Lokey served as financial advisors and Greenberg Traurig, LLP served as legal counsel to Gridiron. Clearsight Advisors served as financial advisor and Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP served as legal counsel to van den Boom & Associates. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. About Gridiron Capital Gridiron Capital is an investment firm focused on partnering with founders, entrepreneurs, and management teams, and creating value by building middle-market companies into industry-leaders in business services, consumer products & services, and industrial growth segments in the United States and Canada. We help transform growing companies by winning together through hard work, partnerships grounded in shared values and a unique culture that comes from hands-on experience building and running businesses. As a team led by former operators and entrepreneurs, we know what it takes to run successful businesses on a day-to-day basis. Additional information is available on the firm's website: www.gridironcapital.com. About van den Boom & Associates van den Boom & Associates is an outsourced back-office firm offering finance, accounting, HR, contract management, IT managed services, SOX implementation and compliance, and technical accounting and transaction support to life sciences companies. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the Company serves 160+ active clients through a team of 150+ professionals across five offices in the United States and the Philippines. Additional information is available at vandenboomassociates.com. Gridiron Capital, LLC Scott Harrison Managing Partner & COO Contact Us Media Contact: Madeline Jones / Erik Carlson Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher 212.355.4449 SOURCE Gridiron Capital, LLC
Mission BioCapital announces opening of $4 million 2026 Platinum Program contest and 2025 Platinum ticket investments. PR Newswire - Up to eight winners to receive up to $500,000 each in pre-seed funding, incubator space, equity for discovery services, and expert mentorship - - New sponsors AbbVie, TIAP, Connecticut Innovations, CCRM, and Norton Rose Fulbright join existing partners Mission BioCapital, Ono Venture Investment, Alloy Therapeutics, HitGen, Goodwin, and van den Boom & Associates to support high-potential biotechnology innovation around the globe - CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Mission BioCapital (MBC), in partnership with sponsors AbbVie, Ono Venture Investment (OVI), Toronto Innovation Acceleration Partners (TIAP), Connecticut Innovations, Alloy Therapeutics, HitGen, CCRM, Goodwin, Norton Rose Fulbright, and van den Boom & Associates announced today that applications are open internationally for the 2026 Platinum Program. MBC's Platinum Program aims to advance high-potential life sciences start-up companies by providing pre-seed funding, global laboratory space, expert mentorship, and discovery services to accelerate their launch and initial development. Early-stage biotechnology innovators from around the globe are invited to apply. "Since 2022, Mission BioCapital's Platinum Program has helped launch 24 exceptional early-stage founders, deploying a total of $11.5 million in pre-seed funding and hands-on support to turn breakthrough ideas into medical breakthroughs," said Jennifer Griffin, Ph.D., Partner, Mission BioCapital. "We're thrilled to celebrate our alumni's ongoing achievements and excited to extend Platinum Program access to the next wave of biotech visionaries from around the world." The 2026 Platinum Program will award each of up to eight winning start-ups: * A guaranteed lab bench in one of MBC's 31 affiliated incubators located in 22 cities in the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Japan * Up to $500,000 of pre-seed capital from MBC, AbbVie, OVI, TIAP, and Connecticut Innovations * Drug discovery services from Alloy Therapeutics and HitGen to enable companies with a derisked path to lead candidate * Consulting support from any affiliates within the CCRM group of companies * General counsel, intellectual property, and finance and accounting services from Goodwin, Norton Rose Fulbright, and van den Boom & Associates * Strategic scientific and business development mentorship from experts at MBC, AbbVie, OVI, Alloy Therapeutics, HitGen, CCRM, and other companies across MBC's corporate network MBC will be accepting applications between April 1 and May 15, 2026, and winners will be announced in Summer 2026. To apply, please visit: www.missionbiocapital.com/platinum-program. Only non-confidential information will be required for application.