Senior Executive, IT Infrastructure & Applications

sdguthrie; Banting; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

sdguthrie in Malaysia is seeking an IT Infrastructure Manager to lead and maintain our enterprise IT environment, covering networks, security controls, and connectivity services. You will ensure availability, performance and business continuity across sites.

The role also oversees cybersecurity risk management, vendor contracts and budget planning, coordinating with stakeholders and auditors. A degree in IT with 4–6 years' relevant experience is required, plus strong communication and

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in IT or related field with relevant experience and certifications.
• 4–6 years of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, systems administration or app support.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with diverse technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain and monitor IT infrastructure including networks, firewalls, switches, connectivity services.
• Ensure infrastructure availability, reliability, performance and business continuity.
• Coordinate vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities.
• Support SOC/SIEM operations, cyber incident response and cybersecurity monitoring.
• Lead and support infrastructure enhancement projects including network upgrades and system deployments.
• Prepare and manage IT OPEX/CAPEX budgets and asset lifecycle.

Skills

IT infrastructure

Cybersecurity

Budget planning

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Disaster recovery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or related

Diploma with 4–6 years experience & certs

Tools

Mac OS

Linux/UNIX

PC troubleshooting

Network administration

Job description

We value our people and encourage everyone to grow professionally.

Job Description:

IT Infrastructure Management

• Manage, maintain and monitor IT infrastructure including networks, firewalls, switches, connectivity services, and supporting systems.
• Ensure infrastructure availability, reliability, performance and business continuity.

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

• Coordinate vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities.
• Support SOC/SIEM operations, cyber incident response and cybersecurity monitoring.
• Implement cybersecurity policies, controls, awareness programs and compliance initiatives.

Infrastructure Projects

• Lead and support infrastructure enhancement projects, including network upgrades, firewall refreshes, system implementations and site connectivity improvements.
• Manage project execution, technical evaluation, testing and deployment activities.

Budget Planning & Asset Lifecycle Management

• Prepare and manage annual IT operating expenditure (OPEX) and capital expenditure (CAPEX) budgets for infrastructure initiatives.
• Develop business justifications, technical specifications and cost estimates for infrastructure investments.
• Monitor budget utilization and ensure cost-effective procurement of IT assets, software licenses, subscriptions and support services.
• Manage IT asset lifecycle planning, including refresh, replacement, maintenance and disposal.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Coordinate with vendors, service providers and internal stakeholders for infrastructure support, maintenance contracts, and project delivery.
• Participate in technical evaluations, quotation reviews, procurement activities and service performance monitoring.

IT Operations & Support

• Ensure timely resolution of infrastructure-related incidents and service requests.
• Maintain system documentation, configurations, operational procedures and disaster recovery readiness.

Governance, Compliance & Audit

• Support IT governance initiatives, policy implementation, audit activities and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Maintain infrastructure records, audit evidence and security documentation.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with business units, Group IT, cybersecurity teams, vendors and external partners to deliver reliable and secure IT services.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations on infrastructure strategy and improvements.

Education / Professional Qualification

• Degree/Executive Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science or related discipline OR Diploma with more than 4-6 years experiences with specialized certificates.

Professional Experience

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant experience in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, systems administration, or application support.
• Experience in vendor management, budget administration, and IT asset management.
• Proficient in PC troubleshooting, knowledge in basic networking and server administration
• Proficient in using Mac, Linux/UNIX OS
• Proficient in networking systems
• Programming/scripting skills are an added advantage (e.g. Perl, Java, Python)
• Excellent communications skills and able to interact with a variety of technical and scientific personnel including scientists and IT engineers.