Manager IT Architecture

About the Job:
The Manager - IT Infrastructure Architecture is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and management of IT infrastructure. This role involves developing designs for both on-premise and cloud environments to build robust, scalable, and efficient systems to enhance IT services availability and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of IT infrastructure, including both on-premise and cloud-based solutions.
• Review, suggest improvements, and approve IT systems designs in alignment with various functional architects while ensuring compliance with company Infrastructure Architecture standards.
• Lead the Infrastructure architecture team to identify and create repeatable architecture patterns, aligning with IT Information security and enterprise architecture standards.
• Develop strategies for the seamless integration of cloud services with existing on-premise infrastructure.
• Manage and mentor a team of IT infrastructure architects and IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Ensure all IT infrastructure designs adhere to security standards and compliance.
• Collaborate with vendors and service providers to align and formulate solutions to meet specific company requirements.
• Work closely with Demand Management to develop scope of work with optimized budgets based on approved business demands.
• Identify opportunities for improvements in IT infrastructure and implement best practices.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.

Experience:

• 15+ years of experience in IT infrastructure management with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

Certifications:

• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified - Infrastructure Solutions Expert, Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified - Solutions Architect, Cisco CCNP, and VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization, etc.
• Understanding of architecture framework and preferably certified in TOGAF.

Language Requirements:

• Not specified.

Location:
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Work Conditions:
On-site, Full-time