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CAI

Operational readiness consulting for pharma

IT Applications Analyst

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Limerick, Ireland
In Person
IT OperationsEnterprise Applications

About the job

Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • At least 5 years of hands-on experience supporting or implementing enterprise IT applications.
  • Demonstrated project management skills.
  • Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies, IT change management, and system validation practices.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
  • Must be able to commit to a minimum 40-hour work week, with flexibility to meet project needs.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to client sites as required.
  • Must be eligible to work in the European Union without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with business users and internal stakeholders to collect requirements, assess improvement opportunities, and implement approved system changes.
  • Serve as the primary technical contact and subject matter expert for assigned applications and related projects.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, including detailed design specifications, configuration plans, testing protocols, and system summaries.
  • Develop and adjust reports and dashboards to support operational and compliance requirements.
  • Oversee the change-control process for IT applications, ensuring that modifications meet established quality and regulatory standards.
  • Coordinate closely with validation and quality teams to support system testing and ensure adherence to the software development life cycle.
  • Mentor junior team members, provide application training, and share best practices across the IT department.
  • Manage application security, including user access controls, periodic audits, and data integrity reviews.
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting and technical support for end users, resolving issues at the application or server level.
  • Prioritize daily activities for IT team members to ensure efficient resolution of application-related issues.
  • Maintain accurate training records and ensure compliance with internal procedures.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and take on additional tasks as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional certifications are a plus.

About the company

CAI Technical Consulting Malaysia SDN (cagents.com) delivers operational readiness consulting for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare clients to prepare for full-scale production. It works by conducting operational readiness assessments and then providing tailored implementation plans that cover project planning, production operations, asset management, reliability, and sustainability, plus specialized services like Digital Pathology Validation for Leica Biosystems. The firm differentiates itself through active industry collaboration, ongoing professional development, and a global, hands-on approach that pairs quick assessments with practical, cost-effective solutions. Its goal is to help clients achieve operational excellence and successful scale-up by delivering ready-to-deploy strategies and compliant processes.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Pre-seed

Total Funding

$3.4M

Headquarters

Indianapolis, Indiana

Founded

1996

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What believers are saying

  • CAI closed its JLL recapitalization on July 1, 2026, funding acquisitions and technology.
  • CAI expanded Australia hiring in Melbourne and Brisbane during 2026.
  • CAI grew past 850 employees worldwide, signaling sustained demand for CQV services.

What critics are saying

  • JLL Partners owns CAI after July 1, 2026 recapitalization, forcing exit pressure.
  • CAI depends on regulated-industry capital spending; project delays hit utilization fast.
  • Integrated rivals like Jacobs and Thermo Fisher target the same validation and readiness work.

What makes CAI unique

  • CAI specializes in CQV for FDA-regulated and mission-critical facilities since 1996.
  • CAI spans life sciences, data centers, and process manufacturing across North America, Europe, Australia, Asia.
  • CAI pairs consulting with turnkey partnerships like Fedegari for sterilization implementation.

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Benefits

100% Employee Owned

24 Days PTO/5 Sick days per year + Additional Holidays depending on Country

Medical / Dental / Vision (In accordance with each countries’ applicable regulations)

Professional Development (Approximately $5,000 paid career-related, continuing education)

ESOP/401k – 15% Company Contribution

Company Paid Long-Term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Parental Leave (In accordance with each countries’ applicable regulations)

Other Benefits Depending on Country

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

4%
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