Senior IT Infra & Network Project Lead - Hybrid, Equity Eligible

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive performance bonuses

Health and life insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Equity options

Job summary

Placements24 in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead IT infrastructure and network projects from the Randburg head office, including server upgrades, cloud migrations, and cybersecurity enhancements.

The role requires 8–10 years in IT project management, a relevant degree, and advanced certifications (PMP/ITIL/CISSP). You will manage vendors, budgets, timelines, and security compliance in a hybrid Randburg setting.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of IT project management experience.
• Strong focus on infrastructure, network and cybersecurity.
• Experience with cloud migrations and security governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and delivery of IT infrastructure projects.
• Define scope, timelines and resources with IT leadership.
• Forecast budgets, manage risks and vendor contracts.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Provide regular status updates to senior management.
• Mentor project teams and drive process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Communication

Negotiation

Multi-project management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Master's degree or certifications (PMP/ITIL/CISSP)

Tools

MS Project

Jira

ServiceNow

Job description

Placements24 in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead IT infrastructure and network projects from the Randburg head office, including server upgrades, cloud migrations, and cybersecurity enhancements.

The role requires 8–10 years in IT project management, a relevant degree, and advanced certifications (PMP/ITIL/CISSP). You will manage vendors, budgets, timelines, and security compliance in a hybrid Randburg setting.