IT & Systems Manager - Ireland

Fáilte Solar; Shannon; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fáilte Solar is seeking an experienced IT & Systems Manager to lead the IT and Software/Systems function across Ireland and the UK. You will ensure reliability, security, and continuous improvement of IT systems, while driving digital transformation including ERP post-implementation optimisation (Odoo).

The role requires hands-on management of networks, cloud systems, and GDPR compliance, with a strong emphasis on cyber security and data-driven decision-making using Power BI.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in an IT management or senior IT role.
• Strong hands-on experience with network management and infrastructure.
• Proven experience in cyber security, including risk management, system hardening, and incident response.
• Practical experience administering and supporting SharePoint environments.
• Experience developing reports and dashboards using Power BI.
• Demonstrated experience leading or supporting a new ERP implementation and post implementation optimisation.
• Strong experience managing access rights, permissions, and user security.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the organisation's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and cloud-based systems.
• Lead cyber security strategy, ensuring systems, data, and users are protected against threats and vulnerabilities.
• Oversee user access rights, permissions, and identity management across all systems.
• Manage and support Microsoft technologies, including SharePoint and Power BI, to enable collaboration and data-driven decision-making.
• Lead the post implementation optimisation of ERP system (Odoo), working closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Provide ongoing system support, troubleshooting, and debugging to ensure minimal downtime and high system performance.
• Develop and maintain IT policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Plan and manage IT budgets, upgrades, and future technology roadmaps.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to IT staff and end users.

Skills

Cyber security

IT leadership

Vendor management

Budget planning

Education

Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

SharePoint

Power BI

ERP (Odoo)

Job description

IT & Systems Manager

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on IT & Systems Manager to lead and manage the organisation's IT & Software/Systems function in Ireland and UK. This role will be responsible for the reliability, security, and continuous improvement of IT systems and infrastructure, while supporting business operations and strategic projects. The IT & Systems Manager will play a key role in driving digital transformation initiatives, including the post implementation optimisation of a new ERP system, and will act as a trusted technical advisor to senior management.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the organisation's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and cloud-based systems
• Lead cyber security strategy, ensuring systems, data, and users are protected against threats and vulnerabilities
• Oversee user access rights, permissions, and identity management across all systems
• Manage and support Microsoft technologies, including SharePoint and Power BI, to enable collaboration and data-driven decision-making
• Lead the post implementation optomisation of a new ERP system (Odoo), working closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Provide ongoing system support, troubleshooting, and debugging to ensure minimal downtime and high system performance
• Develop and maintain IT policies, procedures, and documentation
• Manage IT vendors, service providers, and contracts
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, data protection, and relevant regulatory requirements
• Support business reporting and analytics through Power BI dashboards and data integrations
• Plan and manage IT budgets, upgrades, and future technology roadmaps
• Provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to IT staff and end users

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an IT management or senior IT role
• Strong hands-on experience with network management and infrastructure
• Proven experience in cyber security, including risk management, system hardening, and incident response
• Practical experience administering and supporting SharePoint environments
• Experience developing reports and dashboards using Power BI
• Demonstrated experience leading or supporting a new ERP implementation and post implementation optomisation
• Strong experience managing access rights, permissions, and user security
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues
• Experience working with external vendors and cross-functional internal teams

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g. Microsoft, networking, cyber security) are highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of GDPR and data protection requirements within Ireland/EU
• Ongoing professional development in IT systems, cyber security, or enterprise applications is an advantage