Lead Administrator, Systems Management

Cencora, previously known as AmerisourceBergen, is a leading global pharmaceutical solutions organization centered on improving lives. Ranked #21 on the Global Fortune 500, our team members are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. Our Shared Service Center in Lithuania is experiencing rapid growth and we have many diverse and exciting roles in Customer Service, Operations, IT, Finance and HR.  Join us and make a positive impact on human and animal health.

We are seeking a proficient Middleware L3 Engineer to specialize in assisting application teams with patching middleware products, including common frameworks such as .NET, Java Runtime Environment (JRE)/Java Development Kit (JDK), Application Servers like Apache Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, Message-Oriented Middleware (MOM) changed to IBM MQ, and Web Servers across Linux and Windows systems. This role involves providing expert guidance on patching strategies, automating patch deployment processes, analyzing vulnerabilities, and recommending remediation patterns to ensure system security and reliability.

Collaborate closely with application teams to understand their middleware patching requirements for frameworks like .NET, JRE/JDK, Application Servers (e.g., Apache Tomcat, IBM WebSphere), MOM systems (e.g., IBM MQ), and Web Servers on both Linux and Windows platforms.  Keep abreast of industry trends and best practices related to middleware technologies encompassing various frameworks like .NET,. JRE/JDK,. Application Servers,. MOM,. Web Servers for effective patch management and security measures.  Engage with cross-functional teams to coordinate seamless patch deployments while minimizing operational disruptions caused by the patching process.  Conduct thorough vulnerability assessments on middleware applications based on .NET, JRE/JDK, Application Servers (Apache Tomcat, IBM WebSphere), MOM systems (IBM MQ), and Web Servers technologies; evaluate risks; and propose effective remediation approaches.  Develop automation solutions for efficiently patching middleware products utilizing common frameworks on diverse operating systems.

Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team in a dynamic work environment.  Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with application teams and stakeholders.  Strong background in vulnerability analysis specific to middleware applications leveraging .NET,JRE/JDK ,Application servers(MOM),Web servers technologies; implementing appropriate remediation strategies accordingly.  Proficient scripting skills (e.g., Python, Shell scripting) for automating middleware patching tasks across different platforms.  Extensive hands-on experience working with common middleware frameworks such as .NET, JRE/JDK, Application Servers like Apache Tomcat and IBM WebSphere,MOM systems like IBM MQ,and Web Servers like Apache HTTP Server on Linux and Windows environments.  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.

Relevant certifications in middleware technologies or specific frameworks mentioned above would be advantageous. Familiarity with configuration management tools like Ansible,Puppet,Chef Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure is a plus.  If you are enthusiastic about supporting application teams in patching common middleware frameworks such as.NET,JRE/JDK ,Application servers,MOM ,Web servers automating processes effectively;and enhancing system security through proactive remediation practices; we encourage you to apply for this challenging position!  Salary (annual gross): 54,131 - 77,331 EUR What Cencora offers We offer a competitive annual bonus, life insurance from Day 1, a best-in-class health insurance package, and up to 6 fully paid benefit days a year. As a Cencora employee, you have the benefit of our referral bonus scheme, our boundless learning