ITOT Program Manager-Architecture and Infrastructure

Magneras purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval global pandemics and changing end-user needs they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

The IT/OT Program Manager is a key member of the global team responsible for the governance architecture and operational management of the Inductive Automation Ignition platform ensuring standardized secure and scalable industrial data systems across all sites. This role bridges IT and OT by overseeing infrastructure database architecture version control and system standards while supporting both legacy and modern Ignition deployments. Acting as a central interface between engineering IT and internal customers the position enables reliable data collection visualization and sustained digital transformation through collaboration remote site support and global engagement.

• Global governance architecture and operation of the Inductive Automation Ignition platform across all sites
• Define implement and enforce standards for Ignition architecture project structure version control and deployment practices
• Manage Ignition infrastructure including server setup configuration performance security and lifecycle coordination with IT
• Interface between IT/OT Group and DB Team managing historian architecture data models retention policies and performance optimization
• Support and guide development across both legacy and current Ignition versions including Vision and Perspective modules
• Collaborate on and support custom Ignition projects shared templates and global development initiatives
• Define technical scope architecture and readiness criteria for new IT/OT and Ignitionbased projects
• Serve as a primary interface between OT engineering systems enterprise IT services and cybersecurity teams
• Act as a liaison between internal customers (manufacturing engineering operations) and IT/OT services
• Provide remote technical support to global sites and support international travel as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in industrial automation IT/OT systems process data automation or related fields
• Managerial Experience
• Linux and Windows OS Server VM Data Communications protocol experience
• Programming proficiency Inductive Automation Ignition Vision and Perspective modules and Python / Json
• Relevant IT or industrial certifications (e.g. networking virtualization cybersecurity)
• Travel required; Global support
• Demonstrated strong collaboration influence and project management skills