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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # It/Ot Support Specialist - Manufacturing - **Company:** Bridgestone - **Location:** Málaga, Spain - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Backup Devices, Cyber Security, Disaster Recovery, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Information Technology, Industrial Software, Network Server - **Published:** September 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/it-ot-support-specialist-manufacturing-en-malaga-ID-370104645 ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field ITIL certification is a plus Experience Minimum 3-5 years of experience in IT/OT operations or industrial IT environments Experience working in manufacturing or plant environments Experience supporting critical systems in 24/7 environments Technical Skills Strong knowledge of IT/OT infrastructures (networks, servers, industrial systems) Experience with industrial technologies (e.g. PLCs, SCADA, MES environments) is a plus Familiarity with monitoring, ticketing, and asset management tools Understanding of cybersecurity practices in industrial environments Experience with backup, patching, and disaster recovery processes Languages Fluent in Spanish and English (written and spoken) Soft / Behavioral Skills Strong problem?solving and analytical skills Ability to work under pressure in critical operational environments Effective communication and stakeholder management Team collaboration across technical and non?technical teams Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement focus #LI-LV1 ## Description Job PurposeYou are responsible for leading the end?to?end operation of IT/OT services and infrastructure within the plant, ensuring system stability, availability, and business continuity. You work closely with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Corporate IT teams to support critical manufacturing systems and enable industrial digitalization initiatives.ResponsibilitiesManage daily IT/OT operations (incidents, problems, changes) following ITIL standardsMonitor and maintain IT/OT systems to ensure optimal performance and availabilityTroubleshoot and resolve incidents in critical production systems, ensuring minimal disruptionMaintain IT/OT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and industrial clientsManage IT/OT asset lifecycle, inventory, and technical documentationExecute business continuity and disaster recovery activities, including testing and improvementsEnsure compliance with corporate IT standards and cybersecurity guidelines (patching, backups, antivirus)Support deployment of digital solutions (e.g. MES, SCADA, Smart Factory initiatives)Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Production, Engineering, Maintenance) to coordinate technical actionsContribute to continuous improvement and IT/OT operational excellenceQualifications & Experience RequiredEducationBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related fieldITIL certification is a plusExperienceMinimum 3-5 years of experience in IT/OT operations or industrial IT environmentsExperience working in manufacturing or plant environmentsExperience supporting critical systems in 24/7 environmentsTechnical SkillsStrong knowledge of IT/OT infrastructures (networks, servers, industrial systems)Experience with industrial technologies (e.g. PLCs, SCADA, MES environments) is a plusFamiliarity with monitoring, ticketing, and asset management toolsUnderstanding of cybersecurity practices in industrial environmentsExperience with backup, patching, and disaster recovery processesLanguagesFluent in Spanish and English (written and spoken)Soft / Behavioral SkillsStrong problem?solving and analytical skillsAbility to work under pressure in critical operational environmentsEffective communication and stakeholder managementTeam collaboration across technical and non?technical teamsProactive mindset with a continuous improvement focus#LI-LV1 ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Kubernetes Security - Challenge and Opportunity](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/412-kubernetes-security-challenge-and-opportunity) - [Hate organising your photos? 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