Technical Program Manager

SAT Microsystems; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT service provider in Riyadh is looking for a System Administrator / Infrastructure Program Manager to oversee their IT infrastructure and manage key projects. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in system administration and a strong background in project management, specializing in cloud and virtualization technologies. This role includes mentoring junior staff and ensuring optimal performance of IT systems.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Health insurance

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in system administration and infrastructure management.
• 4+ years of experience in Program Management.
• Project management certification (PMP, Prince2, or similar) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain servers, storage, networking equipment, and virtual environments.
• Lead infrastructure projects including upgrades and cloud migrations.
• Mentor and guide junior system administrators.

Skills

System Administration

Infrastructure Management

Project Management

Windows Server

Linux Environments

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Network Design

Scripting and Automation (PowerShell, Bash)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

The Role

The System Administrator / Infrastructure Program Manager will be responsible for planning, implementing, and managing the organization's IT infrastructure. The role combines technical expertise in system administration with strategic planning, project management, and coordination of infrastructure programs to ensure optimal performance, scalability, and security. This position will oversee hardware, software, network, and cloud environments while driving infrastructure-related projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• System Administration
• Manage and maintain servers, storage, networking equipment, and virtual environments (on-premises and cloud-based solutions).
• Configure and support operating systems (Windows Server, Linux distributions, etc.).
• Monitor system performance, perform regular backups, and ensure disaster recovery plans are in place and tested.
• Implement and maintain security policies, patch management, and access controls.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues affecting IT infrastructure.
• Oversee Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and file services.

• Infrastructure Program Management
• Lead infrastructure projects including upgrades, cloud migrations, network expansions, and new service deployments.
• Define project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment with organizational goals, compliance, and risk management requirements.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and vendors to deliver infrastructure programs efficiently.
• Provide periodic reports and dashboards on infrastructure performance, projects, and risks.
• Identify opportunities for automation, optimization, and cost reduction.

• Team Leadership & Collaboration
• Mentor and guide junior system administrators and IT staff.
• Establish and document best practices, processes, and training materials.
• Work with cybersecurity, compliance, and operations teams to enforce policies and ensure business continuity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of experience in system administration and infrastructure management.
• 4+ years of experience in Program Management.
• Proven experience managing infrastructure projects and programs with measurable outcomes.
• Expertise in Windows Server, Linux environments, virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Experience with network design, firewalls, VPNs, load balancers, and storage solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policies, authentication methods, and security frameworks.
• Familiarity with scripting and automation tools (PowerShell, Bash, Ansible, Terraform, etc.).
• Project management certification (PMP, Prince2, or similar) is preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

About the company

SAT Microsystems is one of the leading IT services Company delivering IT business solution to Middle Eastern, African and Asia Pacific clients. SAT provides variety of technology services including Manage IT services which comprises of the entire portfolio of IT Infrastructure and application management by following up ITIL and ISO standards. Our Head office for Middle east is located in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), Africa Head office is in Sudan and Asia pacific in New Delhi (India). Facility in New Delhi also houses the company's Offshore Development center. We provide the best solutions for executives to maximize return on their IT investments. Our deep industry knowledge enables clients to address issues specific to their businesses and our unmatched practices provides the capacity and capability to help ensure we serve our clients beyond their expectations. Our specialization in Microsoft, HP / Compaq, IBM solutions has enhanced our credibility as a total service provider. Company's flagship service is IT Managed services which provides the onsite and offshore IT infrastructure management on global delivery platform.