Information Technology Manager

Job Title: IT Manager Infrastructure, Networking & Security

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft, AWS, Cisco, VMware, Fortinet) preferred
• Certifications in ITIL, Information Security and ISO standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001, CISSP, CISM,CEH) are preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure, networking, and security administration
• Proven experience managing Windows Server and Linux (Red Hat or equivalent) environments
• Strong experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and Hyper-V
• Hands-on expertise in firewall, IDS/IPS, and network security management
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS) is mandatory
• Familiarity with Fortinet, Cisco ASA, and A10 Networks appliances is an added advantage
• Exposure to ITIL Framework, ISO standards and Information Security frameworks is preferred

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of network architecture, system administration, and IT security best practices
• Ability to design, implement, and manage secure network infrastructures, including VLANs and segmentation
• Expertise in data centre security, including inbound/outbound traffic control and firewall policies
• Proficiency in load balancing and network performance optimization
• Understanding of Information Security principles, risk management, and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001)
• Experience in IT governance frameworks and security compliance standards
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to infrastructure and security management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the organizations IT infrastructure, network systems, and security architecture
• Design, implement, and continuously improve secure and scalable network solutions
• Administer and optimize virtual environments for business and testing needs
• Configure, monitor, and maintain firewalls, IDS/IPS, load balancers, and other network/security appliances
• Ensure system security, implement policies, and respond proactively to threats and vulnerabilities
• Support and align infrastructure with Information Security policies and ISO standards compliance requirements
• Participate in or support security audits, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives
• Oversee user management, access control, and IT service support, ensuring a high-quality user experience
• Provide regular executive reports on infrastructure health, performance, and security posture
• Recommend and implement infrastructure improvements and modernization initiatives

Ensure adherence to IT governance, compliance, and best practice standards