Assistant Manager, Infrastructure & Cloud

CUCKOO International (MAL) BERHAD; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Malaysia is seeking an Infrastructure & Cloud Lead responsible for designing and optimizing enterprise infrastructure and cloud platforms. You will manage hybrid environments, ensure IT security compliance, and drive modernization efforts across various domains. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in IT or Computer Science, with 5-8 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in AWS and a strong understanding of networking and cybersecurity are essential.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in IT infrastructure and/or cloud management.
• Strong knowledge of hybrid infrastructure and cybersecurity.
• Familiar with backup and disaster recovery tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of IT infrastructure including servers, networks, and storage.
• Administer and optimize hybrid cloud environments for cost efficiency.
• Implement strong IT security controls aligned with compliance standards.

Skills

IT infrastructure management

Hybrid cloud administration

Networking and virtualization

Cybersecurity knowledge

AWS administration

Windows/Linux server management

Basic scripting or automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or Computer Science

Tools

AWS

PowerShell

Python

Job description

CUCKOO International (MAL) BERHAD – Petaling

The Infrastructure & Cloud Lead is responsible for designing, managing, and optimizing CKI’s enterprise infrastructure and cloud platforms to ensure reliability, security, and scalability. This role plays a key part in supporting CKI’s digital transformation initiatives, leading modernization efforts across hybrid cloud, security, and automation domains.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end management of IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage, and backup systems.

Administer and optimize hybrid cloud environments (AWS and on-premises) for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency.

Ensure proactive system monitoring, incident response, and capacity planning to maintain high service availability.

Security, Compliance & Business Continuity

Implement and maintain strong IT security controls in alignment with regulatory and corporate standards (e.g., ISO 27001, PDPA).

Develop and execute disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity plans, including regular testing and documentation.

Collaborate with Internal Audit and Finance teams to ensure IT governance, compliance, and readiness for IPO-related audits.

Manage vendor partnerships, contracts, and service delivery for infrastructure, cloud, and security solutions.

Define, track, and review SLAs, KPIs, and cost optimization initiatives.

Contribute to the enhancement of IT policies, governance frameworks, and operational best practices.

Drive infrastructure and cloud projects, including upgrades, migrations, and automation initiatives.

Partner with Application and PMO teams to ensure seamless system integration and operational stability.

Mentor and develop infrastructure engineers, fostering a collaborative, high-performance team culture.

Job & Skill Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

5–8 years of experience in IT infrastructure and/or cloud management, ideally in a mid-to-large enterprise environment.

Strong knowledge of hybrid infrastructure (on-premises and cloud), networking, virtualization, and cybersecurity.

Hands-on experience in AWS administration, Windows/Linux server management, and network/firewall configuration.

Familiar with backup, disaster recovery, monitoring tools, and basic scripting or automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python).

Professional certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, CCNA, ITIL, or CompTIA Security+ are advantageous.