Key Responsibilities

1. IT Infrastructure Management

• Lead and manage the entire IT infrastructure of all group companies.
• Design and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available infrastructure.
• Manage on-premises and cloud environments.
• Ensure infrastructure capacity planning and future scalability.
• Standardize infrastructure policies and procedures across all companies.

2. Server & Cloud Management

• Oversee physical and virtual servers, cloud services, and data centers.
• Manage Linux and Windows server environments.
• Implement high availability, redundancy, and failover mechanisms.
• Monitor server performance and optimize resource utilization.
• Manage cloud platforms and virtualization technologies.

3. Database Management

• Oversee administration of databases including installation, configuration, backup, and recovery.
• Ensure database security, performance tuning, and high availability.
• Define database governance and disaster recovery strategies.
• Establish database monitoring and capacity planning procedures.

4. Network Management

• Design and manage enterprise network architecture.
• Oversee LAN, WAN, VPN, firewalls, routers, and switches.
• Ensure network security and business continuity.
• Implement network monitoring and performance optimization.

5. Information Security & Compliance

• Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies and policies.
• Ensure compliance with industry security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits.
• Manage identity and access management (IAM).
• Establish incident response and security governance frameworks.
• Lead business continuity and disaster recovery planning.

6. Team Leadership & People Management

• Build, lead, and mentor infrastructure, security, network, and database teams.
• Define team structure, roles, and responsibilities.
• Recruit, train, and develop technical talent.
• Establish KPIs and performance management processes.
• Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

7. IT Operations & Service Management

• Ensure 24/7 availability of critical systems and infrastructure.
• Define SLAs, operational procedures, and escalation mechanisms.
• Lead incident, problem, and change management processes.
• Oversee monitoring, alerting, and operational reporting.
• Ensure timely resolution of infrastructure-related issues.

8. Cost Optimization & Vendor Management

• Identify and implement infrastructure cost optimization initiatives.
• Reduce operational expenditure (OPEX) through automation and process improvements.
• Manage infrastructure budgets and forecast future investments.
• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with vendors and service providers.
• Optimize cloud, licensing, and hardware utilization to maximize ROI.

9. Strategic Planning & Governance

• Define the group's long-term infrastructure roadmap.
• Recommend emerging technologies and modernization strategies.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives.
• Present infrastructure reports, risks, and strategic recommendations to executive management.
• Establish governance frameworks, standards, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Master's degree in Information Systems, MBA, or related field preferred.
• Professional certifications are highly desirable:
  • Amazon Web Services Certified Solutions Architect
  • Microsoft Azure Certifications
  • Cisco Systems CCNP/CCIE
  • ISC2 CISSP
  • ITIL Certification
  • PMP Certification

Experience Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in IT Infrastructure, Systems Administration, Networking, and Security.
• 5+ years of experience in leadership and managing multi-company or enterprise-level infrastructure environments.
• Proven experience in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, databases, and data center management.
• Demonstrated experience in building and leading cross-functional infrastructure teams.
• Strong track record of operational cost optimization and infrastructure transformation projects.

Required Technical Skills

• Server Administration (Linux, Windows, Virtualization)
• Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Database Administration (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle)
• Networking (Routing, Switching, VPN, Firewalls)
• Cybersecurity and Compliance
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning
• Infrastructure Monitoring and Automation
• Containerization and Orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• DevOps and CI/CD Infrastructure
• Budgeting and Vendor Management

Key Competencies

• Strategic Leadership
• Decision Making and Problem Solving
• Team Building and Mentorship
• Communication and Stakeholder Management
• Risk Management
• Cost Optimization and Financial Management
• Project Management
• Business Continuity Planning
• Change Management
• Analytical and Negotiation Skills