IT Infrastructure Specialist

Adecco; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in the UAE is seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Specialist to lead critical IT infrastructure projects. The role involves designing and maintaining scalable IT systems, implementing IT frameworks, and ensuring adherence to security regulations. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in IT infrastructure, with deep knowledge of cloud services and IT security technologies. This position is contract-based for 3 to 6 months, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years in IT infrastructure.
• Deep understanding of servers, storage, networks.
• Expertise in IT security technologies like firewalls and IDS/IPS.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT infrastructure projects aligning with business strategy.
• Design and maintain scalable IT infrastructure.
• Establish security policies and conduct risk assessments.

Skills

IT operations management

Knowledge of IT security frameworks

Cloud services

Network management

Risk assessment

Tools

ITIL

COBIT

Job description

Adecco Middle East is looking for IT Infrastructure Specialist for our prestigious client in Abu Dhabi.

Position Type: Contract

Contract Duration: 3-6 Months extendable based on performance and need

Responsibilities

• Lead IT infrastructure projects, ensuring they align with the overall business strategy and IT roadmap. Develop and present strategic roadmaps for IT transformation, focusing on optimization, efficiency, robust security, and cost savings.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in IT infrastructure, operations, and security, and lead their adoption where appropriate.
• Design, implement, and maintain scalable IT infrastructure (cloud, data centers, networks) while ensuring seamless system integration and performance optimization.
• Implement IT frameworks (ITIL, COBIT) to enhance service delivery, lead IT transformations, and maintain high reliability in operations.
• Establish security policies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure adherence to regulations (ISO 27001, NIST) to protect critical assets.

Required

• Minimum of 7+ years in IT infrastructure, with significant exposure to IT operations and security.
• Deep understanding of IT infrastructure components (servers, storage, networks, cloud services). Expertise in IT operations management tools and methodologies (ITIL, COBIT). Knowledge of IT security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST) and technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM)