Senior Executive, IT Infrastructure & Applications

SD Guthrie Berhad; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SD Guthrie Berhad in Malaysia is seeking an IT Infrastructure Manager to lead the management of networks, firewalls, connectivity, and supporting systems. You will ensure availability, reliability, performance and business continuity across the IT landscape.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of experience in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, systems administration, or application support, with vendor management and budget administration expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 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.
• Proficiency with Mac, Linux/UNIX operating systems and networking systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain and monitor IT infrastructure including networks, firewalls, switches, connectivity services, and supporting systems.
• Ensure infrastructure availability, reliability, performance and business continuity.
• Coordinate vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities; support SOC/SIEM operations and incident response.
• Lead infrastructure enhancement projects, including network upgrades, firewall refreshes, system implementations and site connectivity improvements.
• Prepare and manage annual IT OPEX and CAPEX budgets; develop business justifications and cost estimates for infrastructure investments.

Skills

IT infrastructure

Cybersecurity

Systems administration

Application support

Networking

Programming/scripting

Education

Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in IT related disciplines

Tools

Vendor management

Budget administration

IT asset management

Linux/UNIX

Mac

Job description

SD Guthrie Berhad (SD Guthrie) is one of the world’s leading producers of Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO), representing approximately 12% of the global market share (as of 31 December 2022). With over 84,000 employees across 12 countries, we pride ourselves on innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Our operations span the entire palm oil value chain, and we are expanding into new business verticals such as green industrial parks and renewable energy. We offer enriching career opportunities supported by cutting‑edge technology and a commitment to sustainability. We are the world’s first palm oil company to have our net‑zero GHG emissions reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).

Join us today, as we continue to Unlock Nature's Superpowers!

Business Unit: Innovation & Technology

Your Mission

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.
• 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.

Technical

• IT Infrastructure & Systems Management
• Network & Cybersecurity Management
• IT Service Delivery & Support
• Infrastructure Project Management
• Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
• Budget & Asset Management
• PC Troubleshooting
• IoT

Leadership

• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Stakeholder Management
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Planning & Organising
• Customer Focus

Ideal Candidates

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 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.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Benefits Coverage
• Learning on Demand
• Employee Wellness Programme
• Employee Engagement Activities
• Fully Subsidised Sports Clubs
• Education Assistance (terms & conditions apply)