【AstraZeneca】【IT】Site IT Technical Manager

Job Description

Job Description
The Site IT Technical Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, maintaining, and supporting all aspects of the IT infrastructure at the factory site. This role ensures reliable and secure operation of hardware, networks, servers, and IT-related services to meet operational and business objectives, collaborating closely with manufacturing leads and global IT teams.

Key Responsibilities
• Oversee the day-to-day IT operations at the factory, ensuring smooth functioning of all infrastructure components including networks, servers, workstations, and telecommunications equipment.

• Manage the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software necessary for manufacturing and production (e.g., industrial PCs, control systems, printers, mobile devices).

• Ensure IT systems at the site adhere to global security standards, compliance policies, and data protection regulations, implementing access controls, patching, backup, and disaster recovery procedures.

• Monitor performance and health of critical systems, proactively addressing outages, bottlenecks, or issues impacting production or business continuity.

• Liaise and coordinate with central/global IT service teams and third-party vendors for implementation of new services, troubleshooting, upgrades, and technology refreshes.

• Maintain up-to-date documentation on site infrastructure, system configurations, network architecture, and support processes.

• Provide technical guidance, hands-on support, and training to site staff for hardware, software, and IT policies.

• Lead local IT initiatives and projects (upgrades, migrations, rollouts) and coordinate cross-functional teams for successful project delivery.

• Implement factory automation solutions and support integration with manufacturing execution systems (MES), process control networks, and industrial IoT platforms, as applicable.

Requirements

経験 Experience

• Several years’ experience managing IT infrastructure in a manufacturing/industrial/large site environment.

• Strong technical background in server management (Windows/Linux), networking (LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi), Active Directory, and virtualization.

• Hands-on experience with endpoint management, cybersecurity, backup and recovery solutions, and troubleshooting complex IT issues.

• Familiarity with industrial IT environments, including automation/control systems, OPC, or SCADA systems, is highly desirable.

• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.

• Ability to work flexibly, including on-call support as required by the manufacturing schedule.

• Strong people management, project management, stakeholder engagement, and vendor management abilities.

• Experience supporting OT (Operational Technology) environments, factory automation, or integration with ERP/MES systems.

資格 License

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or relevant field.

• Certifications such as ITIL, CompTIA, Cisco (CCNA/CCNP), Microsoft (MCSA/MCSE), or equivalent.

能力 Skill-set

• Technical Expertise:
Deep knowledge of network management (LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VLANs), server management (Windows/Linux), virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), and Active Directory administration.

• Hardware & Software Skills:
Proficiency in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of servers, workstations, industrial PCs, printers, mobile devices, and related peripherals.

• Cybersecurity:
Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, firewall configuration, endpoint protection, vulnerability assessment, access control management, backup, and disaster recovery best practices.

• Industrial IT Knowledge:
Familiarity with operational technology (OT) environments, including automation, PLCs, SCADA systems, MES solutions, and Industrial IoT platforms.

Certifications & Professional Development:
Holding or working toward certifications such as ITIL, CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Microsoft MCSA/MCSE, or comparable credentials.

語学 Languages

日本語 Japanese:native level

英語 English:business level

Career Level : E

Location : Maihara

Date Posted

Closing Date

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.