IT Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the hosting and cloud services team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services and support to internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Develop and implement the overall hosting and cloud strategy, in alignment with the company's business objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and project management, to identify hosting and cloud requirements and provide appropriate solutions.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of hosting and cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to hosting and cloud services, particularly in the Microsoft Azure ecosystem.
• Evaluate and recommend new hosting and cloud technologies, tools, and services that can enhance operational efficiency and improve business outcomes.
• Define and enforce hosting and cloud policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Manage vendor relationships, including negotiations, contracts, and performance evaluations, to ensure effective service delivery and cost optimization.
  

Essential Qualifications And Skills

• Strong technical and operational skills in hosting and cloud services, with a particular emphasis on Microsoft Azure. Proficiency in Azure infrastructure, virtualization, networking, security, and management tools is essential.
• Proven experience in developing and executing hosting and cloud strategies aligned with business goals, considering both technical and financial aspects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, analyse financial data, and make informed decisions to optimize costs and resource allocation.
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to analyse complex technical and operational issues, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to align technology initiatives with business objectives and drive innovation through technology adoption.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, capable of motivating and inspiring a diverse team of technical professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels, including senior management, cross-functional teams, and external vendors.
• Project management proficiency, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with financial principles, budgeting, and cost management, enabling the effective management of financial accountability and budgetary constraints.