IT Architecture & Design Manager

UAE Branches; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking an experienced IT Architecture & Design Manager based in Dubai. This role requires at least 10 years of IT experience with a focus on strategic recommendations and project management. The ideal candidate is proficient in AWS, Azure, and has strong technical troubleshooting skills. Join our team to foster technological improvements and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum overall relevant experience of 10 years.
• Minimum relevant experience of 5 years in the role.
• Strong knowledge of IT systems and networks.

Responsibilities

• Assess client IT needs and provide strategic recommendations.
• Design and implement IT solutions to meet client requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Conduct system audits and provide recommendations for improvements.

Skills

IT systems knowledge

Problem-solving abilities

Project management

Customer focus

Education

BSc in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

CompTIA

Cisco

Microsoft

Job description

Overview

Title: IT Architecture & Design Manager

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The KBR team of teams delivers futureforward science technology and engineering solutions and missioncritical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and valueadded solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include worldclass licensed process technologies differentiated advisory services deep technical domain expertise energy transition solutions highend design and engineering capabilities and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Location: Dubai based with visits to Baghdad Iraq

The Role

A highly skilled and experienced IT Consultant with strong background in IT systems and solutions, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a passion for helping clients improve their technology operations. As an IT Consultant you will work closely with clients to understand their needs, develop customized solutions and ensure the successful implementation of IT projects.

Project description

KBR are supporting the Iraq Ministry of Planning with the development of economic and social policies within the varied governmental sectors to achieve the national development objectives. KBR will provide consultancy services covering economic master plan, project prioritization, technical and financial review, project management, ongoing project monitoring and negotiation support. digitisation forms a key part of all of these services.

Main Responsibilities

• Assess client IT needs and provide strategic recommendations.
• Design and implement IT solutions to meet client requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Conduct system audits and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Provide training and support to client staff.
• Manage IT initiatives and collaborate with technical support for hardware software and network configurations.
• Provide support with technical issues to improve processes.
• Provide IT support across multiple Task Orders.
• Support the latest technology and its implementation.

Experience, Skills and Knowledge

• BSc in Computer Science Information Technology or equivalent.
• Minimum overall relevant experience 10 years.
• Minimum relevant experience 5 years in the role projects.
• Minimum Regional Experience 5 years.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. CompTIA Cisco Microsoft) are preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IT systems networks (LAN & WAN) hardware software and licensing.
• Experience with on premise and cloud computing platforms (e.g. AWS Azure Google Cloud).
• Experience in deploying IT and networking systems across the country.
• Proficiency in project management and documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to troubleshoot software hardware and network issues.
• Fluency in English language both written and spoken; Arabic speaking advantageous.

Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong customer focus
• Planning & organising
• Accepts Responsibility
• HSE Awareness

Required Experience:

Manager