

Overall 18+ years of experience in GxP Digitalization Transformations, GxP SOP Compliance, GAMP-5, Pharma 4.0, IT infra & Operation, Data Centre Management, ISO 27001:2022 Certified, Currently working with "Cipla Ltd" as "Sr. Manager - Information technology & Security"
Designation: Sr. Manager – Information Technology (Site IT Head – 3 Manufacturing Plants)
Role: Infrastructure & Security
Responsibilities:
1. Manage end-to-end daily IT operations across all three manufacturing plants in Sikkim, ensuring high system availability and business continuity.
2. Lead IT-OT Cyber Security initiatives, including Vulnerability Management, EDR, ITD, DMG-OT, DLP, and SIEM monitoring to strengthen security posture.
3. Oversee Laboratory IT operations and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal quality standards.
4. Manage manufacturing OT user access and access governance to ensure secure and controlled operations.
5. Drive OT infrastructure projects, including the ongoing new FFS line upgradation and related technology deployments.
6. Manage backup and restoration of IT servers, critical systems, and endpoint machines to ensure disaster recovery readiness.
7. Implement new technologies and infrastructure upgrades such as Email Security, server modernization, switch upgrades, and integrated data center rack setup for two units.
8. Ensure audit readiness for RoW audits and internal audits by maintaining IT compliance and control frameworks.
9. Plan and support MES (Manufacturing Execution System) implementation in manufacturing operations to enable digital transformation.
10. Manage IT budget planning, cost optimization, and expense control for site operations.
11. Lead IT manpower planning, vendor coordination, and people management to ensure effective resource utilization and team performance.