Manager (Common Infrastructure)

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization in Singapore is seeking an IT Manager to oversee the common backend infrastructure of its operational support systems. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, with at least 3 years of experience in a similar technical role. Responsibilities include managing and troubleshooting IT systems, ensuring user satisfaction, and collaborating with multiple stakeholders to maintain effective operations. This role offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to Singapore's national security efforts.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience working in the IT industry as a manager or equivalent role.

Responsibilities

• Manage OSIT common backend infrastructure across various MINDEF/SAF OSIT networks and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve common infrastructure and backend technical issues.
• Ensure a high level of user satisfaction.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of various technology stacks

Education

Education in STEM or related qualifications

Job description

What the role is:

You support the Branch Head to plan, oversee and ensure readiness, performance and resiliency of Operation Support Information Technology (OSIT) common backend infrastructure.

What you will be working on:

• Manage OSIT common backend infrastructure across the various MINDEF/SAF OSIT networks and systems
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders
• Troubleshoot and resolve common infrastructure and backend technical issues
• Ensure a high level of user satisfaction
• Work closely with the DSTA operation and support teams and external vendors
• Ensure effective and efficient engineering support for technology refresh, upgrades and updates
• Maintain policy compliance and proper governance
• Challenge(s) - Managing complex IT infrastructure - Coordinating multiple stakeholders

What we are looking for:

• Education in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and/or related professional qualifications
• At least 3 years of experience working in the IT industry as a manager (or equivalent role) in a technical or engineering setting
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Good knowledge of various technology stacks in current production environments and indigenous Information Technology (IT) infrastructure components and services
• Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About MINDEF

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.