Tom Burke
About Tom Burke
Tom Burke is the Senior IT Manager, Global Manufacturing at Boston Scientific, overseeing IT operations for 18 worldwide manufacturing plants with a focus on scalability, resilience, and business continuity.
Current Title and Role
Tom Burke is the Senior IT Manager, Global Manufacturing at Boston Scientific. In his current role, he leads the development and delivery of enterprise applications for worldwide manufacturing operations. His responsibilities include ensuring scalability, resilience, and business continuity for IT systems. Additionally, he oversees IT operations for 18 worldwide manufacturing plants, ensuring they maintain 24/7 operational excellence.
Previous Roles at Boston Scientific
Before his current position, Tom Burke served as the Senior IT Operations & End User Services Manager, Ireland at Boston Scientific from 2016 to 2020. During his four-year tenure, he played a pivotal role in managing IT operations across various departments in Ireland, focusing on enhancing end-user services.
Experience at Zimmer Biomet
Tom Burke worked at Zimmer Biomet as a Global Program Manager from 2013 to 2016. In this role, he managed large-scale IT programs, ensuring they aligned with global business objectives and operational requirements. His expertise contributed significantly to the organization's program management and strategic IT initiatives.
Additional Professional Experience
Tom Burke's career includes roles such as Senior Program Manager at Dell Services from 2011 to 2013, IT Manager at Flextronics from 2005 to 2011, and Business Analyst at Kerry Group from 2002 to 2005. He also worked as an Analyst Programmer at Kerry Group from 1998 to 2002, and earlier in his career, he was a Software Test Engineer at Apple Inc. from 1996 to 1997.
Educational Background
Tom Burke studied at University College Cork, where he obtained a B.A. and H. Dip in Economics, Computer Science, and Software Engineering, completing his studies from 1991 to 1998. His educational background has provided a foundational understanding of both technical and economic aspects, contributing to his diverse skill set in IT management.
Focus on Cybersecurity and Vendor Management
In his current role, Tom Burke emphasizes cybersecurity oversight and strategic vendor management. His responsibilities include ensuring the protection of vital IT infrastructure and data as well as managing relationships with key vendors to optimize service delivery and resource utilization.