Director of Information Technology (IT)

Groupe Parima; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Groupe PARIMA, a leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization, is searching for a strategic and hands-on Director of IT to lead their technology infrastructure and operations. This role involves overseeing critical IT projects, cybersecurity protocols, and compliance processes, ensuring robust support for organizational growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive IT leadership experience and a strong foundation in GxP-regulated environments.

Benefits

Recognition program & social activities

Personal days

Employee assistance program & online medical service

Accessible by public transit or free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of IT leadership experience with complex projects.
• Familiarity with GxP regulations and data integrity principles preferred.
• Strong capability in managing IT infrastructures and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic IT initiatives to support growth and compliance.
• Manage critical IT projects with a focus on infrastructure and security.
• Supervise and develop a strong IT team.

Skills

IT Leadership

Cybersecurity

Project Management

Compliance

Infrastructure Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field

Tools

GxP-regulated systems

LIMS platforms

Cloud services

Microsoft environments

Job description

Groupe PARIMA is aContract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), established in 1994. For over 30 years, we have developed an expertise in the development and manufacturing of non-sterile liquids, suspensions and semi-solid drug products. https : / / www.groupeparima.com / fr /

Director of Information Technology (IT)

Groupe PARIMA is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of IT to lead all aspects of our technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, IT operations, and digital systems. This leader will be responsible for the management and execution of high-impact IT projects to support the organization’s growth and regulatory compliance. This is a key leadership role, reporting directly to the CEO and collaborating closely with senior leaders in operations, quality, finance, and product development.

Responsibilities :

• Strategic IT Leadership

Develop and execute a multi-year IT strategy aligned with Groupe PARIMA’s growth, digital transformation, and compliance needs.

• Advise the executive team on technology investments, risks, and opportunities.
• Identify and prioritize key IT projects to support business objectives.
• Infrastructure, Systems & Projects

Ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of IT infrastructure (servers, networks, cloud, endpoints).

• Lead critical IT projects such as LIMS improvements, system migrations, software rollouts, and facility-wide upgrades.
• Oversee vendor management and contractual agreements related to major systems and platforms.
• Manage IT project timelines, budgets, stakeholder communication, and post-implementation performance reviews.
• Cybersecurity & Compliance

Design and enforce cybersecurity protocols to protect corporate data.

• Ensure IT readiness for client audits, regulatory inspections, and data integrity requirements.
• Maintain policies and systems for backup, recovery, and disaster response.
• Operational Excellence

Deliver efficient IT service to all users across departments, with minimal disruption.

• Implement and monitor performance KPIs and IT governance practices.
• Oversee internal documentation, SOPs, and end-user training programs.

Supervise existing IT staff (including current IT Technician).

• Recruit and develop a strong IT team as the company grows
• Foster a proactive, service-oriented IT culture focused on reliability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure the sound financial management of the department and of IT investment projects.

Skills and experience required :

• Minimum 8 years of IT leadership, including hands-on management of complex IT projects, infrastructure, and teams.

Experience in the implementation and validation of GxP-regulated computerized systems (pharma, biotech, medical devices) strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with GAMP 5, data integrity principles (ALCOA+) and implementation of technical controls to ensure compliance with regulatory expectations.
• Expertise in infrastructure, cybersecurity, LIMS platforms, cloud services, and Microsoft environments.
• Demonstrated ability to scope, lead, and deliver multi-departmental IT projects on time and on budget.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field. (Certifications like PMP, CISSP, or CISM are strong assets.)

What we offer :

• Recognition program & social activities
• Personal days
• Employee assistance program & online medical service
• Accessible by public transit or free parking