Senior IT Executive/IT Engineer (Infrastructure, Backup & Security)

nippon builders pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Builders Pte. Ltd. is seeking an IT Infrastructure Lead to design, implement, and manage the company’s data protection, backup, and email archiving across HQ and field sites. You will oversee DR/BCP testing, multi-site networking, and security governance for a growing construction portfolio.

You will lead a small team, drive IT projects for new sites, coordinate with telcos and hardware vendors, and ensure reliable, secure IT services across all sites.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Experience: 5–7+ years in IT infrastructure, networking, and server administration.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Technical: Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Entra ID, Azure, VMware/Hyper-V.
• Backup: Enterprise backup solutions such as Veeam, Acronis, Synology Active Backup, Datto.

Responsibilities

• Data Protection, Backup & Email Archiving: design, implement, and maintain automated backups.
• Disaster Recovery: develop and test DR and BC plans including RPO/RTO.
• Construction Infrastructure & Multi-Site Networking: manage Windows Server, AD/Entra ID, M365, virtualization.
• Site networking: manage LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, VPNs, firewalls, and site routers.
• Cybersecurity & Compliance: oversee EDR, vulnerability management, access controls, audits.
• Leadership & Project Delivery: mentor IT staff, plan site deployments, liaise with vendors.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Cybersecurity

Communication

Site outages response

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Computer Science/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Microsoft 365

Windows Server

Entra ID

Azure

VMware/Hyper-V

Veeam

Acronis

Synology Active Backup

Datto

Fortinet, Cisco, Aruba firewalls

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Data Protection, Backup & Email Archiving (Core Priority)

• Server & Field Endpoint Backups: Design, implement, and maintain automated backup systems for headquarters servers and field devices.
• Email Archiving: Administer Microsoft 365 / Exchange, enforcing server-side email archiving and retention policies so that lost, corrupted, or deleted local mailboxes can be restored immediately without data loss.
• Disaster Recovery (DR): Develop and routinely test Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity Plans (BCP) to guarantee fast system recovery (RPO/RTO) during unexpected hardware or site failures.

2.Construction Infrastructure & Multi-Site Networking

• Systems Administration: Manage and maintain enterprise IT infrastructure, including Windows Server, Active Directory / Entra ID, Microsoft 365, and virtualization
• Site & HQ Networking: Administer and troubleshoot corporate network environments across head office and remote construction job sites (LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, site wireless, VPNs, firewalls, and 4G/5G site routers).
• Software & Asset Management: Maintain accurate IT asset logs, software licenses, system documentation, and hardware/software patch management.

3.Cybersecurity & Compliance

• Security Operations: Oversee cybersecurity across all sites, including endpoint detection and response (EDR), vulnerability management, firewall security and incident response.
• IT Governance: Drive cybersecurity policies, access controls, audit readiness, and user security awareness for both office and field staff.

4. Leadership& Project Delivery

• Team Leadership: Coach, mentor, and guide junior IT personnel (such as the IT Coordinator) to maintain high service levels and operational excellence.
• Site Deployment Projects: Plan, implement, and manage IT setups for new construction site offices, project rollouts, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Vendor & Management Support: Liaise with telcos, hardware vendors, and software suppliers, performing ad-hoc technical projects assigned by Management.

Requirements& Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Experience:5–7+ years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure, networking, and server administration.

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.

  Experience in Construction, Building, Engineering, or Multi-Site Project environments is strongly preferred.

• Technical Skillset: OS & Cloud: Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory / Entra ID, Azure, VMware/Hyper-V.

• Backup Platforms: Enterprise backup solutions (e.g. Veeam, Acronis, Synology Active Backup, Datto).

  Networking & Security: Firewalls (Fortinet, Cisco, Aruba), VPNs, SD-WAN, network switches, and endpoint protection.

• Certifications (Preferred): ITIL, CCNA/CCNP, Fortinet NSE, CISSP, CISM, or Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator.

Personal Attributes

• Proven problem-solving ability in fast-paced, site-driven construction environments.
• Self-motivated leader with strong project management and communication skills.
• Positive "can-do" attitude, capable of making sound technical decisions under pressure.
• Willingness to visit project sites and respond to emergency system outages outside regular business hours when required.