Senior IT/OT Engineer

<p><b>Senior IT/OT Engineer </b></p><p><b>Location: College Park, Dublin</b></p><p><b>Competitive salary and benefits</b></p><p><b>Opening date: 21/01/2025</b></p><p><b>Closing date: 04/02/2025</b></p><p></p><p>AstraZeneca is a leading pharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) using advanced technologies. Our facility in Dublin is a brand-new manufacturing hub, employing a range of digital solutions and automation technologies to drive production efficiencies and ensure compliance.</p><p>The IT/OT Engineer will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) within our API manufacturing facility. This individual will be responsible for ensuring that the IT infrastructure supports the needs of both business operations and manufacturing, without disrupting critical production processes. Responsible for the integration, maintenance, and solving of IT systems, the IT/OT Engineer will ensure secure, efficient, and continuous operation across a range of technologies, including cloud platforms, control systems, and data management tools.</p><p>This position demands a highly adaptable professional with a strong technical background in IT and a solid understanding of OT environments, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry. The IT/OT Engineer will focus on maintaining the integrity and security of IT systems, ensuring that applications such as DeltaV, PAS-X, Aveva PI, AMS, and others function seamlessly with production equipment and automation systems. They will be tasked with identifying and solving IT-related issues quickly and efficiently to minimise any impact on manufacturing operations.</p><p>Additionally, the IT/OT Engineer will collaborate with various partners, from IT teams, production managers, and automation engineers to external vendors and cybersecurity professionals, ensuring that all solutions align with industry standards (e.g., GxP, 21 CFR Part 11) and best practices. The role requires a proactive approach, with the ability to anticipate potential IT challenges within the OT landscape and implement forward-thinking solutions.</p><p>This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the pioneering of pharmaceutical manufacturing technology, balancing innovative IT solutions with the operational requirements of a high-performance manufacturing environment.</p><p></p><h2><b><u>Accountabilities:</u></b></h2><p><b>IT Infrastructure Management</b> <b>:</b></p><p>Ensure high availability and performance of IT systems supporting the API manufacturing facility.</p><p>Help IT to maintain and support network, server, and storage infrastructure, focusing on uptime and performance optimisation.</p><p>Collaborate with IT to ensure all IT systems, particularly those residing in the private cloud, are continuously monitored and meet performance benchmarks.</p><p><b>OT System Support</b> <b>:</b></p><p>Maintain seamless operation of OT systems by aligning IT support with production requirements</p><p>Ensure IT services provided to OT environments (e.g., DeltaV, AMS, PAS-X) do not interfere with production or introduce downtime.</p><p>Minimise disruptions to manufacturing operations by proactively addressing IT-related issues.</p><p><b>Cybersecurity Management</b>:</p><p>Protect IT and OT systems from cybersecurity threats without compromising performance or compliance</p><p>Help IT teams to implement cybersecurity measures across IT and OT environments.</p><p>Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure alignment of IT/OT protection strategies.</p><p><b>Data Integration &amp; Management</b> <b>:</b></p><p>Ensure data integrity and seamless data flow between IT and OT systems for effective decision-making.</p><p>Facilitate integration of OT data into enterprise systems like SAP S4/HANA, Aveva PI, and other business intelligence platforms.</p><p>Ensure process and production data is reliably captured, stored, and accessible.</p><p><b>System Administration &amp; Solving:</b></p><p>Maintain operational efficiency by ensuring all IT systems, including production-related applications, function optimally.</p><p>Provide on-time resolution of IT incidents that could impact production or operational efficiency.</p><p>Lead the identification and resolution of system performance issues.</p><p><b>Vendor and Partner Management</b> :</p><p>Ensure effective teamwork and service delivery with vendors and internal partners.</p><p>Manage relationships with vendors providing IT and OT services, ensuring SLA compliance.</p><p>Serve as the point of contact for critical issues from production teams related to IT/OT challenges.</p><p><b>Compliance and Best Practices:</b></p><p>Ensure all IT/OT activities align with industry regulations and internal standards.</p><p>Maintain GxP compliance and ensure systems meet regulatory requirements (e.g., 21 CFR Part 11).</p><p>Ensure thorough documentation of systems, configuration