Information Technology Manager

Ambit Recruitment South Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an experienced IT Manager to lead their IT infrastructure and support operations. This role involves overseeing IT support teams, managing cloud services, and implementing security protocols to ensure seamless operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT management, with proven leadership and project management skills. You will be instrumental in driving strategic initiatives and optimizing IT processes. If you are passionate about technology and looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT management with strong leadership and project management skills.
• Expertise in IT infrastructure, cloud services, security, and automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT support teams and manage IT infrastructure for optimal performance.
• Implement security protocols and oversee vendor relationships.

Skills

IT Management

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Critical Thinking

Automation

Education

MCSE / MCSA or equivalent

Degree in IT or related field

Tools

Office

Dynamics

Cloud Services

Network Management

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced IT Manager to oversee IT infrastructure, support operations, and long-term strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

1. Lead IT support teams, ensuring 24/7 coverage and adherence to response times.
2. Manage IT infrastructure, including networks, cloud services, and database backups.
3. Oversee ISP and vendor relationships, ensuring cost-effective service agreements.
4. Implement security protocols, conduct audits, and optimize data usage.
5. Automate ticket routing and IT support processes to enhance efficiency.
6. Plan IT infrastructure for new sites, optimizing scalability and performance.
7. Administer Office and Dynamics, manage domain certificates, and oversee cloud infrastructure.
8. Support implementation of large ERP project.
9. Project Management for hardware and software upgrades and new implementations.
10. Work with director in strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

1. MCSE / MCSA or equivalent.
2. A degree is desirable.
3. Proven experience in IT management.
4. Expertise in IT infrastructure, cloud services, security, and automation.
5. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and project management skills.
6. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
7. Experience managing IT support teams, as well as external contracting firms.
8. Proficiency in Office, network management, and security protocols.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Human Resources Services