IT Operations Leader — Cloud, Security & Service Excellence

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Recruitment is seeking an IT leader to drive enterprise networking, cloud, and cybersecurity across a Johannesburg-based environment. You will lead technical teams, oversee IT service delivery, and ensure secure, well-governed technology services.

The role emphasizes strengthening operational reporting, improving user experience, and aligning IT with business goals. A background in regulated environments and strong communication with both technical and executive stakeholders is

Qualifications

• Proven IT leader with enterprise networking and firewall experience.
• Deep knowledge of infrastructure, cloud, and security operations.
• Experience leading technical teams and delivering results through others.
• Service-focused mindset and passion for improving user experience.
• Strong governance, risk, and compliance understanding in regulated environments.
• Effective communication with both technical teams and business leaders.

Responsibilities

• Enterprise networking and infrastructure operations.
• Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or similar).
• Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and endpoint management.
• IT service delivery and end-user experience.
• Cybersecurity, governance, risk, and compliance.
• Incident management, business continuity, and disaster recovery.
• Vendor relationships, budgeting, and operational reporting.
• Team leadership, development, and performance.

Skills

Enterprise networking

Firewall experience

Infrastructure & cloud ops

Team leadership

User experience focus

Governance & compliance

Communication skills

Tools

PowerShell

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Network Recruitment is seeking an IT leader to drive enterprise networking, cloud, and cybersecurity across a Johannesburg-based environment. You will lead technical teams, oversee IT service delivery, and ensure secure, well-governed technology services.

The role emphasizes strengthening operational reporting, improving user experience, and aligning IT with business goals. A background in regulated environments and strong communication with both technical and executive stakeholders is