IT Project Manager

Calidus; Dubai; On-site; AED 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UAE is looking for an experienced IT Manager to lead infrastructure and network projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in IT infrastructure and security, with strong skills in managing cyber security and cloud initiatives across platforms like AWS and Azure. You will oversee ITSM delivery and manage compliance and audit readiness in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and security.
• Strong exposure to Cisco and Fortinet/Sophos technologies.
• Experience managing vendors and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end IT infrastructure and network projects.
• Manage cyber security measures including firewalls and VPNs.
• Drive cloud initiatives on platforms like AWS and Azure.

Skills

IT infrastructure management

Cybersecurity

Cloud initiatives (AWS, Azure)

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Tools

Cisco

Fortinet

VMware

Jira

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead IT infrastructure & network projects end-to-end
• Manage cyber security, firewalls, VPNs & access controls
• Drive cloud initiatives: AWS, Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune
• Oversee ITSM delivery using Jira
• Ensure DR, BCP, compliance & audit readiness
• Manage vendors, budgets & cross-functional IT teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field
• 10+ years of IT infrastructure & security experience
• Strong exposure to Cisco, Fortinet/Sophos, VMware
• Cloud, ITSM & project management experience preferred