It Operations Manager

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 800 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

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

Qualificações

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conhecimentos

Enterprise networking

Firewall experience

Infrastructure & cloud ops

Team leadership

User experience focus

Governance & compliance

Communication skills

Ferramentas

PowerShell

Terraform

Ansible

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Key Duties & 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

Essential Skills & Responsibilities

A proven IT leader with:

• Strong enterprise networking and firewall experience
• Deep knowledge of infrastructure, cloud, and security operations
• Experience leading technical teams and delivering results through others
• A service-focused mindset and passion for improving user experience
• Strong understanding of governance, risk, and compliance within regulated environments
• The ability to communicate effectively with both technical teams and business leaders

Advantageous

• DevOps and CI/CD environment experience
• Infrastructure automation skills using tools such as PowerShell, Terraform, or Ansible
• ITIL, ISO 27001, cloud, networking, or security certifications
• Experience applying AI-powered tools and automation to improve operational efficiency

What Success Looks Like

Within the first year, the successful candidate will establish trusted operational reporting, strengthen security and resilience, improve service delivery performance, and build a highly effective operations function that enables the business to work faster, smarter, and more securely.

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing technology environment, influence strategic decisions, and play a central role in ensuring reliable, secure, and well-governed technology services.