Head of IT
On-siteZürich, Zurich, Switzerland
Job Summary
Define and execute the global IT strategy aligned with company growth objectives while leading the IT organization across multiple locations. Own all corporate infrastructure including networks, servers, cloud environments, and workplace technologies, ensuring high availability, reliability, and security for engineering, manufacturing, and corporate functions. Develop cybersecurity policies, manage enterprise applications, oversee service management and incident response, and lead infrastructure projects such as site expansions and network deployments. Manage relationships with external vendors, establish governance and compliance frameworks, and define IT budgets and technology roadmaps. Partner closely with Engineering, Production, Finance, HR, and Operations teams to deliver practical technology solutions.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in IT leadership roles within complex and fast-paced environments
- Strong experience managing enterprise infrastructure, networks, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and IT operations
- Proven track record leading multi-site and international IT environments
- Strong understanding of Microsoft technologies including Azure, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and enterprise security solutions
- Experience managing IT vendors, contracts, budgets, and service level agreements
- Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning
- Strong project management and change management capabilities
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- English is a must
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, defense, or high-technology organizations is highly desirable
- Experience supporting enterprise applications such as ERP, PLM, HRIS, and collaboration platforms is a plus
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