Infrastructure & Operations Engineer

Piramal Pharma Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Piramal Pharma Limited is seeking an Infrastructure Analyst to design and maintain IT and OT infrastructure solutions for manufacturing and business operations. The role includes support for complex technical issues, implementing security best practices, and deploying resilient networks and cloud solutions. Ideal candidates should possess strong knowledge of VMware, Cisco networking, and Windows operating systems and have a grasp of disaster recovery and compliance regulations. The position offers an opportunity to work in a globally integrated network.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure solutions.
• Experience with cloud-based solutions and server environments.
• Ability to provide 3rd-line support for complex technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain IT and OT infrastructure solutions.
• Support infrastructure projects ensuring minimal disruption.
• Implement cybersecurity best practices within compliance.

Skills

VMware vSphere 8+ / ESXi

Cisco networking (LAN, WAN, VLANs)

Windows Server 2003-2022

Basic Linux administration

Veeam Backup & Replication

Tools

ServiceNow

Microsoft SQL Server

Oracle Database

Job description

***Be the First to Apply*****Division**Piramal Pharma SolutionsPiramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia.This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs and Antibody Drug Conjugation. Our capability as an integrated service provider & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and Generic companies worldwide. For more details, please visit :Job TitleInfrastructure AnalystJob DescriptionIS Infrastructure Analyst**Key Responsibilities:****Design & Implementation**•Deploy and maintain IT and OT infrastructure solutions to support business and manufacturing operations.•Design and implement resilient networks, server environments, and cloud-based solutions.•Support/ Lead infrastructure projects from planning through execution, ensuring minimal disruption to production.•Evaluate and integrate new technologies to drive efficiency and security improvements.**Business-as-Usual (BAU) Support**•Provide 3rd-line support for complex technical issues across IT and OT systems.•Ensure maximum uptime of critical business and manufacturing systems.•Proactively monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot networks, servers, and security appliances.•Maintain strong disaster recovery and backup strategies to ensure business continuity.•Utilise the service management tool (e.g. ServiceNow) to record, update, and manage incidents.**Security, Compliance & OT Considerations**•Implement and maintain GxP-compliant IT infrastructure within a regulated pharmaceutical environment.•Ensure CFR Part 11 and data integrity requirements are met across all IT/OT systems.•Implement cybersecurity best practices, including network segmentation, vulnerability patching, and Zero Trust principles.**Competencies:****Infrastructure & Virtualisation:**•Strong understanding of VMware vSphere 8+ / ESXi or Microsoft Hyper-V**Operating Systems:**•Windows Server 2003-2022•Windows Desktop 95-11•Basic Linux administration (Red Hat, Ubuntu)**Networking & Security:**•Cisco networking (LAN, WAN, VLANs, Routing & Switching)•Enterprise Firewall technologies (PaloAlto, Cisco ASA, Watchguard or similar)•Network segmentation and security (IT/OT best practices)**Backup & Disaster Recovery:**•Veeam Backup & Replication•Disaster recovery planning & high availability solutions•**Database & Application Support:**•Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server (2000-2022) is advantageous•Oracle Database (various versions)•PostgreSQL/ MySQL (desirable)**General IT Expertise:**•Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, DNS•Storage solutions (SAN, NAS, Fibre Channel, iSCSI)•Experience managing and maintaining HPE Synergy infrastructure/ Nimble Storage technologies•Patch and vulnerability management### Get In TouchIntroduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.PPL provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin or ethnicity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Our employment decisions are based on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, training, social programs, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.