Sr Manager IT Assurance and Compliance

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Key Responsibilities

Lead validation projects, including the planning, execution, and documentation of computer system validation deliverables. Lead qualification, validation,

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Responsibilities

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→Lead validation projects, including the planning, execution, and documentation of computer system validation deliverables.
→Lead qualification, validation, and periodic review activities for laboratory and manufacturing instrument software and systems
→Ensure continued GxP compliance of QC laboratory computer systems and software.
→Coordinate with IT Operations team to ensure data backup and disaster recovery strategies for critical laboratory systems are setup.
→Collaborate with QA teams to ensure alignment of priorities and delivery of outcomes (policies, procedures and documents).
→Provide guidance and oversight to ensure computerized systems are deployed and maintained following the full system lifecycle (SDLC), IT change control, and applicable SOPs.
→Review and approve validation deliverables authored by internal teams and external vendors.
→Manage multiple validation and compliance projects simultaneously, balancing priorities across manufacturing, clinical, and corporate systems.
→Ensure audit and inspection readiness by maintaining documentation quality, traceability, and regulatory alignment.
→Lead the creation, revision, and implementation of IT governance SOPs and quality documentation, ensuring alignment with FDA Computer Software Assurance (CSA) principles and risk-based validation strategies.
→Conduct audits of IT systems, vendors, and validation documentation.
→Partner with QA and business stakeholders to maintain validated system compliance through release management, change control, incident management, CAPA, periodic reviews, and audit trail reviews.
→Conduct impact and risk assessments for changes affecting validated systems and ensure appropriate mitigation actions.
→Maintain the inventory of all GxP computerized systems, ensuring re-qualification/revalidation schedules are current and properly documented.
→Perform system risk assessments to determine GxP classification and validation requirements.
→Manage vendor qualification activities, including the distribution and evaluation of IT vendor questionnaires and supporting audits or assessments.
→Be onsite to provide vendor oversight, when needed.

Requirements

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Education/Training:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical or scientific discipline required.
Experience:
- 8+ years of experience in computer system validation (CSV), IT quality, or IT compliance roles within a regulated environment.
- Strong background in validation of systems such as, LIMS, MES, and other Laboratory/Manufacturing systems.
- Experience supporting both Manufacturing and Clinical Study Systems required.
Knowledge:
- In-depth understanding of global CSV guidelines and regulatory expectations, including 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, GAMP 5, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), and Data Integrity principles.
- Familiarity with FDA Computer Software Assurance (CSA) guidance and risk-based validation methodologies.
- Strong working knowledge of cloud-based and SaaS system validation approaches.
Skills:
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to work effectively across departments.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.
- Ability to foster collaboration between IT, Quality, and business functions.
Certifications/Licenses:
Preferred: Certification in quality or regulatory compliance.

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