* Operation, monitoring and maintenance of the data center components, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and security of IT / OT infrastructure.
* Enable the Data Center standards globally and be responsible for regional DCs.
* Act as a Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for any IT technical infrastructure related topics at the Visp site for external IT service providers and the central infrastructure team.
* Engage as SPOC with local site mechanical service teams (electrical, facilities, fire, security, cooling, etc.) to maintain operational readiness of the data center facilities in Visp.
* Assign and govern work to team of Data Center Operations staff.
* Define the Data Center strategy globally and roadmap based on the needs of organization.
* Define cabling and labeling standards with an installation concept & define type of cable
* Develop and test the technical disaster recovery plan for the site and refresh it periodically.
* Manage the life cycle of IT infrastructure assets and associated risks.
* Plan and oversee data center expansions or migrations, including capacity planning and risk assessments.
* Drive continuous improvements, standardization, and automation of infrastructure systems.
* Maintain the consistency and maintainability of existing infrastructure environments through well-documented standards and procedures.
* Ensure adherence with security and compliance policies and procedures within the IT infrastructure scope.
* Monitor data center performance and troubleshoot issues, implementing solutions to optimize performance and minimize downtime.
* Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends in data center management, recommending improvements and innovations to enhance operations.
Qualifications and Experience :
* Relevant working / residency permit or Swiss / EU-Citizenship required.
* Master`s degree in IT and 5-10 years of work experience in large, multi-national organizations, in pharmaceutical or other regulated industries.
* Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure, including servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling systems.
* Advanced technical experience with VMware vSphere, Windows Server, Linux Server, Storage and Backup.
* Knowledge of networking fundamentals, security hardening and best practices.
* Relevant certifications such as Certified Data Center Professional (CDCP), Certified Data Center Management Professional (CDCMP) are a plus.
* Experience leading data center projects, including expansions, migrations, and upgrades, with strong project management skills.
* Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to data center operations, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001.
* Proven experience with simplification and standardization of infrastructure.
* English fluency is required and good level of German would be preferrable.
It Manager • Basel and NW Switzerland, CH
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