Head of IT Operations (m/f/d)

Stellenbeschreibung:

As Head of IT Operations , you will lead the global delivery, security and continuous improvement of Orise’s IT infrastructure, network and support services. You will play a key role in transforming the current regional IT landscape into a standardized, cloud-first global operating model aligned with ATS Corporation standards.

You will be responsible for driving scalability, resilience and efficiency across all IT operations while enabling business growth and integration of new acquisitions.

This role is open to be located in any of the countries where Orise has an office in the European Union

Your Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

Build and lead a high-performing global IT Operations organization
Define and execute the IT Operations roadmap aligned with global strategy
Establish governance, standards and best practices across all locations
Manage IT operational budgets and lifecycle planning

Infrastructure & Cloud

Drive the transition to a cloud-first (Azure-based) infrastructure
Oversee global infrastructure, storage, backup, disaster recovery and performance
Lead consolidation and migration of legacy systems

Network & Security

Own the global network strategy (incl. Azure Hub-and-Spoke architecture)
Standardize connectivity, network design and security across all entities
Ensure alignment with cybersecurity standards and regulatory requirements

IT Service Management

Establish global ITSM processes and performance metrics (SLA/KPI driven)
Lead L1–L3 support model and external providers
Continuously improve service quality and user satisfaction

M&A & Transformation

Lead IT integration for acquisitions
Develop scalable onboarding models and support due diligence activities

Shared Services & Vendors

Build a Global IT Shared Services model
Manage vendors and drive cost optimization

Your Profile

Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering or similar
10+ years in IT infrastructure/operations, incl. 5+ years in leadership roles
Proven experience in global IT transformation and cloud migration
Strong stakeholder and vendor management skills
Experience in industrial/manufacturing environments preferred

Technical Expertise

Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Entra ID
Networking (e.g. Cisco, SD-WAN, VPN)
Endpoint Management (e.g. Intune)
Infrastructure operations, backup & disaster recovery
Cybersecurity operations

Answers to Automation

Orise is one of the leading manufacturer-independent suppliers of complete automation solutions for the process and manufacturing industries. The company currently employs more than 1,400 people with a global presence in Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Our operational activities focus on the design of process control systems and their vertical integration into the overall business process. We offer complete services from the concept to commissioning, from the field level through process control level to corporate management level. Orise is a company of ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.