Company:
PRISM Vision Group
Location: New Providence
Closing Date: 29/10/2024
Salary: £150 - £200 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Cloud and Infrastructure Director to lead our IT infrastructure, networking, telephony and cloud initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both on-premises and cloud environments, networking, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of implementing scalable and secure infrastructure solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning
- Develop and execute a comprehensive IT infrastructure and cloud strategy aligned with company goals.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies to ensure our infrastructure remains competitive and efficient.
- Infrastructure Management
- Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure.
- Ensure systems are scalable, secure, and optimized for performance and reliability.
- Manage data centers, networking, storage, and virtualization environments.
- Cloud Operations
- Lead cloud migration projects and optimize cloud resource utilization.
- Implement best practices for cloud governance, cost management, and security compliance.
- Cloud backups and Disaster Recovery will also be key responsibilities.
- Support M&A integration through cloud and network technologies.
- SaaS, Tools and Third Parties
- Oversee third party solutions related to voice and user productivity including M365, Vonage, Adobe, etc. and Identity Management.
- Own third party solutions such as Microsoft Intune, monitoring solutions, deployment, Password Account Management, etc.
- Team Leadership
- Manage and mentor a team of IT professionals, including network engineers, system administrators, and cloud specialists.
- Promote a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.
- Security and Compliance
- Ensure all infrastructure complies with security standards and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to identify and mitigate risks.
- Budget and Vendor Management
- Develop and manage the IT infrastructure budget.
- Negotiate contracts and maintain relationships with vendors and service providers inclusive of Microsoft, Cisco and other enterprise licensing agreements.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with software development, operations, and business units to support organizational initiatives.
- Facilitate effective communication between technical teams and stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.
- Experience
- Minimum of 10 years in IT infrastructure roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.
- Extensive experience with cloud platforms and specifically with Azure.
- Proven success in managing large-scale infrastructure projects and teams.
- Technical Skills
- Deep understanding of network architecture, server systems, storage solutions, and virtualization technologies.
- Proficiency with infrastructure automation frameworks desired.
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and data protection regulations.
- Soft Skills
- Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Certifications
- Relevant certifications such Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Cisco Certified Network Professional are highly desirable.
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