Hybrid working model: Kilkenny or City West Dublin
Overview
Reporting to the IT Transformation Manager, the Central IT Infrastructure Manager is responsible for maintaining the business's central IT infrastructure including Data Centres, Networks and Security (Firewalls). This role oversees the work performed and manages operational aspects of the managed service providers in these areas.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely with managed services provider to set up, configure, and maintain hardware and software components within the datacentre, such as servers, storage, and operating systems.
Oversee the central components of the Microsoft IT Infrastructure, such as Active Directory and related core IT infrastructure services, ensuring it is secure, available, performing optimally, and addressing any technical issues in a timely manner.
Oversee and direct managed service providers as they perform routine maintenance tasks and upgrades on central IT infrastructure, in line with Tirlán’s security policies and controls.
Ensure the datacentre and central IT infrastructure complies with security standards and industry regulations, and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans as needed.
Ensure licence compliance for all central infrastructure technologies.
Work collaboratively with other IT teams and business stakeholders to support new initiatives and projects.
Participate in datacentre and central IT infrastructure related incident management as required, liaising with service management, the managed service partner and application teams.
Contribute to the strategy development for Tirlán’s central IT infrastructure.
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
8–10 years’ experience in Microsoft IT infrastructure or similar.
Familiar with IT infrastructure services such as Microsoft Active Directory.
Minimum 10 years’ experience working with managed service providers in managing datacentres, networks and IT security infrastructure.
Knowledge of security standards and best practices, including ISO 27001 and NIST.
Familiar with virtualization technologies, such as VMware, and technical knowledge of server hardware, operating systems and storage technologies.
Knowledge of data backup and disaster recovery processes.
Networking experience is advantageous.
Experience in working with cloud services desirable.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Strong team player with a growth mindset.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.
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