Job Title: IT Manager / IT Director
Department: Information Systems Department
Location: Sophia Antipolis
Contract Type: Permanent (CDI)
Status: Executive
Reporting to: Secretary General
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COMPANY
Transvalor, an internationally recognized company, is a major player in the publishing of scientific software for the simulation of material forming processes. Our solutions are mainly used in the manufacturing industry for the automotive, aerospace, energy, and medical sectors. Transvalor is above all a multicultural team of about a hundred people committed to innovation and cutting-edge technologies, always striving to provide the best solutions to its clients.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This opportunity is ideal for an IT Manager or dynamic IT systems specialist wishing to specialize in advanced systems and HPC. Based in Europe (Sophia-Antipolis, France), this position offers the chance to collaborate with developers and top-level IT engineers in major technical projects.
MISSIONS
The IT Manager’s mission is to define, implement, and supervise the company’s IT strategy. He/She will ensure the performance, security, and availability of the infrastructure while supporting the business needs of development teams and all employees.
IT Strategy & Governance
- Develop and implement the IT strategy and policy in line with the company’s overall business objectives;
- Define and monitor IT budgets as well as outsourcing policy (CAPEX/OPEX);
- Conduct technology watch and propose relevant innovations;
- Define and enforce IT policies (security, usage, GDPR);
- Manage relationships with suppliers and external service providers.
Infrastructure Management
- Supervise IT system architecture (servers, networks, cloud);
- Ensure performance and availability of development environments;
- Lead infrastructure projects (migration, evolution, deployment);
- Guarantee business continuity (BCP/DRP, backup, monitoring);
- Optimize infrastructure costs and performance.
Security & Compliance
- Define and implement IT security policies;
- Manage access and user rights;
- Ensure regulatory compliance (GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC2…);
- Conduct security audits and handle incidents;
- Train and raise employee awareness of best practices.
IT Support & Services
- Organize and supervise user support (L1, L2, L3);
- Manage IT assets (workstations, licenses, telecoms);
- Ensure onboarding of new employees;
- Define and monitor internal SLAs;
- Manage business process digitalization projects.
Team Management
- Lead and develop the IT team (administrators, technicians);
- Set objectives and evaluate performance;
- Recruit technical profiles as needed;
- Organize skills development and training;
- Foster collaboration with development teams.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Infrastructure & Cloud
- Proficiency in cloud architectures (AWS, Azure);
- Expertise in virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V, Docker);
- Knowledge of networks (LAN/WAN, network security, VPN);
- Systems administration (Linux, Windows Server);
Development & DevOps
- Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies;
- Knowledge of DevOps tools (CI/CD, Git, Jenkins, Ansible);
- Familiarity with development environments;
- Basic knowledge of databases (SQL, NoSQL).
Security
- Expertise in cybersecurity and risk management;
- Knowledge of security standards (ISO 27001, NIST);
- Proficiency with monitoring and intrusion detection tools;
- Identity and access management;
Project Management
- Project management methodologies;
- Management tools (Jira, Confluence, GLPI);
- Budget management and reporting.
Soft Skills:
- Leadership and ability to unite a technical team;
- Excellent interpersonal and cross-functional communication skills;
- Adaptability and change management;
- Rigor and method in execution;
- Strategic vision and business orientation;
- Stress management and ability to handle multiple priorities;
- Technological curiosity and innovative mindset.
YOUR PROFILE
- Master’s degree (Bac+5 or equivalent minimum)
- At least 5 years of experience in a similar position
- Fluent in both English and French (mandatory)
YOUR STRENGTHS
- Autonomy and initiative;
- Strong internal customer service orientation;
- Ability to simplify and explain technical concepts;
- Professional ethics and confidentiality;
- Availability for technical emergencies.
CONTRACT
- Permanent position (CDI) based in Biot, Alpes-Maritimes (Sophia Antipolis technology park)
- 1 position available immediately
- Annual gross salary: according to profile and experience
- Compensation: fixed + variable
- Occasional travel required
- Executive status
OUR BENEFITS
- An international, dynamic, and stimulating work environment;
- A positive atmosphere within teams passionate about digital technologies and scientific research;
- An attractive compensation and benefits package (year-end bonus, performance-based variable pay, RTT, meal vouchers, childcare allowance, company daycare, health insurance, 2 days/week remote work, etc.).