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Senior IT Infrastructure Specialist

Neopharmed Gentili Spa, an Italian pharmaceutical company specialized in the commercialization of high‑value therapeutic solutions and a major player in the national pharmaceutical market—currently undergoing significant international expansion—is looking for a Senior IT Infrastructure Specialist.

Role Description

The resource will join the IT Department’s Operations team and will be responsible for the following activities:

  • Managing, maintaining, and optimizing the on‑premise (physical and virtual) and cloud infrastructure, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.
  • Designing, implementing, and administering hybrid architectures, enabling integration between on‑premise systems and cloud platforms.
  • Ensuring proper management of the network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, and firewall devices, and implementing perimeter security policies.
  • Defining, implementing, and testing backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans to guarantee the resilience of critical systems.
  • Collaborating with external vendors for the resolution of complex issues and for the technological evolution of infrastructures.
  • Contributing to the definition and optimization of IT infrastructure management processes and creating technical documentation.
  • Monitoring system performance, analyzing trends, and proposing innovative solutions for continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or STEM disciplines.
  • At least 5 years of experience in similar roles (e.g., System Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer).
  • Excellent command of the English language.
  • Strong hands‑on experience with hybrid architectures, with direct expertise in both on‑premise infrastructures and cloud platforms (particularly Microsoft Azure).
  • Virtualization: Excellent knowledge of VMware vSphere platforms.
  • Operating Systems: Solid experience with Windows and Linux server environments.
  • Networking: Advanced skills in managing complex networks, firewalling, and security (Cisco, Fortinet).
  • Backup & Disaster Recovery: Familiarity with enterprise solutions such as Veeam or Commvault.
  • Scripting & Automation: Knowledge of PowerShell or other scripting languages for process automation.
  • Strong communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, adopting a service‑oriented and collaborative approach.
  • Ability to work autonomously, with strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage priorities.
  • Proactivity and strong team‑oriented attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Technical certifications in cloud environments (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) or infrastructure (e.g., VMware VCP‑DCV, Cisco CCNA/CCNP).
  • Knowledge of ITIL principles and experience in structured environments.
  • Experience in regulated industries (e.g., pharmaceutical) and familiarity with GxP standards.
  • Familiarity with monitoring and reporting tools.
  • Knowledge of other virtualization platforms.

What We Offer

  • Permanent employment contract.
  • Smart Working: one day per week.
  • Corporate Welfare Program.
  • Availability to start: immediate.

Workplace: Neopharmed Gentili Spa – Via S.G. Cottolengo, 15 – 20143 Milan.

The job offer is open to candidates in accordance with Legislative Decree 198/2006 and Legislative Decrees 215/2003 and 216/2003.

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