Alex Iserlis
About Alex Iserlis
Alex Iserlis is a Senior Manager of R&D Information Systems at Kite Pharma, with extensive experience in managing IT infrastructure and compliance in regulated environments. He has a background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and has held various IT roles at notable companies including Abbott Biotherapeutics and Gilead Sciences.
Work at Kite Pharma
Alex Iserlis has been serving as the Senior Manager of R&D Information Systems at Kite Pharma since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the information systems that support research and development activities. His position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he applies his extensive experience in IT infrastructure and compliance to enhance operational efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience in IT Infrastructure
Before joining Kite Pharma, Alex Iserlis worked at Gilead Sciences as a Senior Information Technology Manager from 2013 to 2022. His role involved managing IT systems and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Prior to Gilead, he spent nine years at Abbott Biotherapeutics/ABR as an IT Infrastructure Specialist, where he gained significant experience in enterprise-class networks and IT infrastructure management.
Education and Expertise
Alex Iserlis earned a Master of Science (MS) degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Saint Petersburg State Marine Technical University, where he studied from 1986 to 1992. His educational background supports his expertise in various technologies, including virtualization technologies like VMware, quality management systems, and IT compliance frameworks. He demonstrates a strong ability to learn and adapt to new technologies.
Regulatory Compliance and Auditing
In his professional capacity, Alex Iserlis performs regular FDA and SOX audits, ensuring that IT systems comply with regulatory requirements. He is skilled in defining and following IT change control and validation procedures, which are essential for maintaining quality standards in regulated environments. His experience includes writing and reviewing IT documentation for validated, GxP, and SOX regulated environments.
Technical Leadership and Project Management
Alex Iserlis has held roles that required him to act as a project manager and technical lead for various system implementations, mergers, acquisitions, and migrations. His leadership in these projects has involved utilizing a range of technologies, including Quality Auditing Systems and various storage solutions. His technical acumen is complemented by his ability to manage complex projects effectively.