IT Manager

Comet; Penang; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Penang is seeking an IT Manager to manage the local IT team and oversee IT projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT management, strong network and cloud knowledge, and familiarity with cybersecurity best practices. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and a range of benefits including flexible working options and health allowances.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Profit sharing

Comprehensive medical insurance

Allowances for meals and transport

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in IT management or senior IT roles.
• Proven experience managing IT teams and complex IT environments.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the local IT team.
• Oversee IT projects, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
• Implement and enforce IT policies, standards, and security protocols.

Skills

IT management

Network infrastructure

Cloud technologies

Cybersecurity best practices

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

ITIL

Microsoft Certified Professional

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

IT Manager

To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and team-oriented individual for the business area Group Functions at the Penang site.

For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world. We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X‑ray and radio‑frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication. In the Group Functions, we support the market‑oriented divisions with central services. We work together today on the solutions for tomorrow - in close cooperation with our customers and always with high quality standards.

What You Will Do

• Manage and supervise the local IT team. Ensure timely resolution of IT incidents and service requests, maintaining high service levels. Collaborate with the Local IT Director to develop IT strategies aligned with business goals.
• Oversee IT projects, including upgrades, deployments, and migrations, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met. Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and procurement processes.
• Implement and enforce IT policies, standards, and security protocols to protect organizational data. Monitor system performance, conduct regular audits, and recommend improvements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to IT staff. Prepare regular reports on IT performance, risks, and project status for the Local IT Director.
• Stay current with emerging technology trends and recommend adoption where appropriate. Provide weekly updates in management meetings on IT progress.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in IT management or senior IT roles. Proven experience managing IT teams and complex IT environments.
• Strong knowledge of network infrastructure, server management, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience with IT service management (ITSM) frameworks such as ITIL is preferred. Vendor management and budgeting experience.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL, CISSP, Microsoft Certified Professional) are a plus. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Take a Step Further With Us

• Work with international colleagues and grow as a team, be curious and continuous leaning to stay updated on the latest trends.
• Shape the digital future of production, communication and mobility.
• Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities.
• Be empowered through balancing work and life.

Why join us? Break new ground with us:

• Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges.
• Benefit from flexible working options and hybrid working.
• Take part in Comet's success through profit sharing.
• Work with international colleagues and grow as a team.
• Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities.
• Access a wide range of benefits including allowances for meals, transport, tolls, mobile, and car loan interest.
• Benefit from Flexi Benefits for health checks, dental and optical care, plus comprehensive medical insurance coverage.

We are curious about you and look forward to receiving your complete online application and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

For this vacancy, we only consider direct applications. Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Comet Technologies Malaysia Sdn Bhd

PMT 761 Persiaran Cassia Selatan 3

Taman Perindustrian Batu Kawan

14110 Bandar Cassia

Penang, Malaysia

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