Head of IT

vor 21 Stunden

Lausanne, Waadt, Schweiz Michael Page Vollzeit
  • Opportunity to lead and shape the cybersecurity, governance and IT strategy
  • Working closely with senior leadership in a scale-up environment

About Our Client
Company based in Lausanne

Job Description
Cybersecurity, Compliance & Governance

  • Own and lead the company's global cybersecurity and IT control framework, ensuring a consistent and strong security posture across all locations.
  • Establish and maintain IT security, data governance, risk management, incident response, and SOX-relevant IT general controls.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and industry requirements, including SEC cybersecurity rules, SOX, GDPR, and relevant life-science regulations.
  • Advise senior management and governance bodies on cybersecurity risks, control effectiveness, and mitigation strategies.
  • Oversee cybersecurity operations, including internal capabilities and external service providers.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and testing activities, ensuring timely remediation and continuous improvement.
  • Manage third-party IT and cybersecurity risks.
  • Define, monitor, and report key cybersecurity and IT control metrics to management and governing bodies.

IT Management & Architecture

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive IT roadmap aligned with the company's growth strategy and operational needs.
  • Ensure the reliability, availability, and performance of IT systems supporting R&D, GxP-related operations, commercial activities, and corporate functions.
  • Manage the planning, prioritization, and execution of IT initiatives, including budgeting and resource allocation.
  • Develop, maintain, and evolve the enterprise architecture, with a strong focus on cloud-first environments and seamless system integration.
  • Drive the adoption of modern technologies and lead systems integration across the organization.
  • Partner closely with the Data Protection Officer and contribute to the overall data management strategy.
  • Oversee managed service providers, setting clear expectations and ensuring delivery quality and cost efficiency.

The Successful Applicant

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT management, with responsibility for enterprise-wide IT operations.
  • Demonstrated experience setting up, scaling, or transforming IT functions in an international, matrixed organization.
  • Proven experience in cybersecurity management and governance.
  • Background in a regulated environment; experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or healthcare sectors is a strong advantage.
  • Experience within a publicly listed company, with solid understanding of SOX-related IT controls.
  • Strong knowledge of IT governance models, cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO), and data privacy regulations, including GDPR.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leadership and governance bodies.
  • Scale-up mindset with a proactive and pragmatic approach.
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability, comfortable taking responsibility for decisions.
  • Hands-on manager who can think strategically while remaining close to execution.
  • Quick thinker, adaptable, and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

What's on Offer

  • International and collaborative work environment.
  • Attractive package

Contact: Floriane Picaut
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