IT Manager - Automotive

IT Operations & Infrastructure Management

• Oversee the daily operations of IT systems, including networks, servers, cloud environments, hardware, and software.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of systems supporting manufacturing lines, production equipment, and corporate users.
• Lead maintenance, upgrades, and lifecycle management of IT infrastructure.

Cybersecurity & Compliance

• Implement and manage cybersecurity policies, tools, and protocols to protect company assets.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO 27001, NIST) and automotive-specific requirements such as TISAX.
• Coordinate risk assessments, incident response, and vulnerability mitigation.

Manufacturing & Automotive Systems Support

• Manage IT integration with MES, ERP, WMS, PLM, and other core automotive and manufacturing systems.
• Support connected manufacturing environments, automation, sensors, and IoT technologies.
• Ensure IT readiness to support quality, production, and supply chain operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• 7+ years of experience in IT management roles, preferably within the automotive or manufacturing sector.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing IT environments, production systems, and operational technology (OT).
• Strong knowledge of networks, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, and enterprise applications.
• Proven experience managing IT teams and leading complex technical projects.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Experience with standards such as TISAX, ISO 27001, and ITIL frameworks is highly desirable.