Manager: Information Technology; IT

Position: Manager: Information Technology (IT)
About the Company Our client forms part of an internationally renowned Group, a global leader in advanced industrial and technology solutions.
The organisation operates within a highly regulated, technology-driven environment where innovation, cybersecurity, compliance, and operational excellence are critical to business success.

This role offers the opportunity to lead and shape the IT function of a specialised engineering and manufacturing environment aligned with global standards and governance frameworks.

About the Role The Manager:
Information Technology (IT) leads and manages the full IT function to support business objectives through reliable, secure, and cost-effective technology services.
The role is responsible for IT infrastructure, enterprise applications, data governance, collaboration platforms, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives.
Operating within a matrix reporting structure, the position ensures that local site IT operations support business priorities
while remaining aligned to Group IT standards, governance frameworks, cybersecurity policies, and strategic technology direction.
The successful candidate will report to the Managing Director and work closely with executive leadership, HR, QA, suppliers, subcontractors, and clients.

Key Responsibilities 1️⃣ IT Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute an IT strategy aligned to business goals.
• Define, monitor, and report on IT KPIs and performance metrics.
• Lead, mentor, and manage IT team members.
• Document and enforce IT processes, policies, and procedures.
• Facilitate IT onboarding, offboarding, and user training.

2️⃣ IT Infrastructure & Applications

• Oversee servers, networking, cloud services, backups, and system performance.
• Manage network infrastructure installations (cabling, routers, Wi-Fi, SD-WAN, VPN).
• Administer Windows Server, Active Directory / Azure AD, DNS, DHCP.
• Manage Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, One Drive) and Exchange environments.
• Oversee lifecycle management of business and engineering applications.
• Maintain IT asset registers and conduct regular audits.
• Provide user support and manage the IT support desk.
• Ensure secure large-file transfers and project collaboration continuity.
• Drive effective data storage, access control, and governance practices.

3️⃣ IT Security & Governance

• Ensure alignment with Group IT cybersecurity policies and frameworks.
• Implement vulnerability management, incident response, and security monitoring.
• Manage endpoint protection, EDR, SIEM, MFA, encryption, and cloud security controls.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring remediation of findings.
• Ensure POPIA compliance in collaboration with HR & Administration.
• Promote ongoing user cybersecurity awareness training.

4️⃣ Backup, Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery

• Implement and monitor backup strategies (on-site and off-site).
• Lead Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) testing.

5️⃣ Budgeting, Procurement & Vendor Management

• Compile and manage annual IT budgets.
• Procure IT equipment (PCs, laptops, peripherals).
• Negotiate and manage vendor contracts and licensing agreements.

6️⃣ Digital Transformation

• Lead digital initiatives including process automation, cloud migration, collaboration platforms, and analytics solutions.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience 🎓 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• Professional certifications (e.g., ITIL, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365) advantageous.

🧠 Experience

• Minimum 10 years’ IT experience, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Proven experience managing enterprise IT infrastructure and cybersecurity in multi-site environments.
• Strong vendor, procurement, and budget management experience.
• Experience supporting audits, governance frameworks, and compliance initiatives.

💻 Technical Expertise

• Windows Server, Active Directory / Azure AD
• Azure cloud services
• Networking (VPN, SD-WAN, firewalls)
• Microsoft 365 & Exchange
• Endpoint security, SIEM, MFA, encryption
• BCP and DR planning
• Power Shell scripting (advantageous)
• Enterprise architecture awareness

🤝 Personal Attributes

• High integrity and professionalism.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capability.
• Proactive, solution-driven mindset.
• Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead IT strategy within a globally aligned industrial and technology organisation.
• Exposure to international governance and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Strategic leadership role with direct executive engagement.
• Competitive CTC package aligned to experience.
• Based in Centurion within a high-performance engineering environment.