IT Business Consultant

As an IT professional in the Operations Solutions team at Navigance, you will play a crucial role in leading global initiatives in Industrial IoT, IT/OT integration, systems architecture, and cybersecurity to advance smart manufacturing capabilities across production sites. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead Global PIMS Solutions: Own the roadmap, architecture, implementation, and support of Plant Information Management Systems (e.g., AVEVA PI). - IT/OT Integration & Smart Instrumentation: Define and maintain IT standards for integrating sensors and intelligent instrumentation into production systems. - Client Device Management: Standardize and support deployment of production floor devices. - OT Security Oversight: Coordinate security strategies for industrial networks. - Technology Innovation: Evaluate emerging technologies aligned with manufacturing goals. - Project Leadership: Manage and deliver global IT projects using Agile/Scrum or traditional methodologies. **Technical Expertise:** - Industrial Systems: Deep knowledge of AVEVA PI and PIMS architecture lifecycle. - System Administration: Installation, configuration, and support of real-time data systems and servers. - Cybersecurity: Implementation of secure access controls, compliance measures, and data protection in OT environments. - Data Management & Visualization: SQL Server administration, reporting tools, and dashboard development. - Cloud & Integration: Experience with Azure or AWS, and integrating PI Systems with enterprise applications. - IT Infrastructure: Strong understanding of networking, protocols, firewalls, and IT/OT connectivity. **Qualifications:** - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial IoT, Process Control, or related field. - Certified or trained in AVEVA PI system administration and project management methodologies. - 3-8 years of relevant experience leading global IT initiatives. - Familiarity with SAP modules within manufacturing is a plus. **Good To Have:** - Experience in automation and control environments. - Microsoft certifications in server infrastructure, network security, and database systems. - Strong passion for working in a technical environment with a desire to go deep into IT topics. **Additional Information about Navigance:** Navigance supports chemical production processes with advanced data analytics and AI-based tools to improve plant performance and sustainability. The team consists of process engineers, data scientists, software developers, and market experts.,