IT Manager-Global industrial fans and ventilation technology

1. Infrastructure Management

* Execute global infrastructure strategy locally: Implement and maintain global standards for networks, servers, cloud services, and endpoints within the local office

* Manage local data center/network closet operations, hardware lifecycle

* Ensure local infrastructure performance, security, and compliance meet global KPIs and local regulations

2. Network & Security

* Administer LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls, switches, routers, and wireless networks

* Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies, including patch management and vulnerability assessments

* Enforce M365 security (conditional access, DLP, email filtering) and broader cybersecurity policies

3. Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity

* Maintain backup, redundancy, and failover systems

* Conduct regular disaster recovery drills and update recovery plans

4. Stakeholder Management & Advocacy

* Understand local business requirements and challenges; effectively communicate these to the global IT team to influence strategy and solution design

* Manage local IT budgets and vendor relationships

* Facilitate communication and change management for global IT initiatives locally

* Prepare the necessary documentation for internal/external audit

5. Application Administration & Support

* Development of the new technical applications and maintenance of existing applications

* Design necessary changes and system specifications aimed at satisfying the business and regulatory requirements - engage with outsourcing provider where needed

* Initiate process improvement implementations (standardization, automation & simplification) in non-ERP application landscape in coordination with stakeholders

* Support the company's digital transformation projects, driving the optimization and upgrading of business processes

6. IT Helpdesk & End-User Support

* Oversee helpdesk operations, ensuring timely resolution

* Manage software administration, including user provisioning, licensing, security policies, and compliance

* Optimize end-user productivity tools