Senior Manager Information Technology Infrastructure

7 days ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates UnionCoop Full time
Job Description

The Senior Manager IT Infrastructure is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization&aposs IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability across multiple branches, data centers, and cloud environments. This role includes overseeing networking, security, SIEM, servers, cloud/on-prem systems, data center operations, and disaster recovery (DR) strategies to support business operations efficiently.

Core Responsibilities:

1. IT Infrastructure Strategy & Management

- Develop and execute the IT infrastructure roadmap aligned with business objectives.
- Oversee on-premise and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or other cloud platforms).
- Ensure seamless IT operations across all retail branches, warehouses, and corporate offices.
- Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and procurement of infrastructure solutions.

2. Network & Security Management

- Lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise networking solutions (LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, Wi-Fi, MPLS, VPNs).
- Ensure security best practices in firewalls, intrusion prevention/detection systems (IPS/IDS), endpoint security, and identity/access management (IAM).
- Implement and manage SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) solutions for threat monitoring and response.
- Work with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with security policies and industry regulations (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST, etc.).

3. Servers, Cloud & Data Center Operations

- Manage Windows/Linux servers, virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), storage solutions, and backup strategies.
- Oversee cloud infrastructure (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud) and hybrid cloud environments.
- Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of enterprise applications and databases.
- Optimize resource utilization and cost efficiency in cloud and on-prem data centers.

4. Disaster Recovery (DR) & Business Continuity

- Develop and maintain disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity plans (BCP).
- Conduct DR drills and tests to ensure quick recovery in case of system failures or cyberattacks.
- Implement data replication, failover mechanisms, and backup policies.

5. IT Governance, Compliance & Vendor Management

- Ensure adherence to IT governance frameworks, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage relationships with technology vendors, service providers, and outsourcing partners.
- Evaluate and implement new IT solutions, automation, and emerging technologies to enhance infrastructure efficiency.

6. Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Lead and mentor a team of network engineers, system administrators, cloud specialists, and security professionals.
- Work closely with retail operations, finance, and business units to align IT infrastructure with business goals.
- Ensure 24/7 support for critical IT services across all retail branches.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Education & Certifications:

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Masters degree preferred).
- Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, CISSP, CISM, ITIL, Azure/AWS Solutions Architect, VMware VCP are a plus.

Experience:

- 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure management, including networking, security, cloud, data center, and DR solutions.
- Experience managing large-scale enterprise environments with multiple retail locations.
- Proven track record of leading IT teams and managing multi-vendor environments.

Technical Skills:

- Strong expertise in network architecture, firewall policies, SD-WAN, and Wi-Fi optimization.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM solutions (Splunk, IBM QRadar, ArcSight, etc.).
- Knowledge of Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud platforms.
- Proficiency in virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V), storage (SAN, NAS), and backup solutions.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, SOC operations, and compliance standards.
- Experience with automation, monitoring tools, and IT service management (ITSM) platforms.

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