Head: IT Infrastructure & Operations

Isilumko Staffing; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Isilumko Staffing is seeking a professional who will develop and execute the IT Infrastructure & Operations strategy in Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa. The role involves overseeing enterprise infrastructure and ensuring high availability and disaster recovery.

The ideal candidate will lead IT service delivery, manage risks, mentor the team, and build vendor relationships. A comprehensive understanding of information security and compliance is essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the IT Infrastructure & Operations strategy.
• Oversee enterprise infrastructure including servers, storage, networking, databases and cloud technologies.
• Ensure high availability, disaster recovery and business continuity.
• Lead IT service delivery and ITIL-based operational processes.
• Manage information security, infrastructure risks and compliance.
• Deliver infrastructure projects within scope, budget and timelines.
• Lead, mentor and develop the Infrastructure & Operations team.
• Build strong stakeholder and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and organisational standards.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the IT Infrastructure & Operations strategy.
• Oversee enterprise infrastructure including servers, storage, networking, databases and cloud technologies.
• Ensure high availability, disaster recovery and business continuity.
• Lead IT service delivery and ITIL-based operational processes.
• Manage information security, infrastructure risks and compliance.
• Deliver infrastructure projects within scope, budget and timelines.
• Lead, mentor and develop the Infrastructure & Operations team.
• Build strong stakeholder and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and organisational standards.