ICT Network & Infrastructure Manager (ICT261)Applications are now invited for the following position:ICT Network & Infrastructure Manager1.0WTE Full Time, Permanent contractThe Network & Infrastructure Manager will join the ICT Security and Operations TeamThe role will proactively secure, support and manage on-premise Network Infrastructure, as well as connectivity to cloud-based infrastructure and services to ensure their Confidentiality, Availability & IntegrityThe ideal candidate will have the appropriate technical background, (healthcare experience an advantage), strong hands-on experience in ICT Networks, Unified Communications & Infrastructure management, and the ability to communicate and liaise between senior technical, operational and clinical stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:Design and maintain enterprise-wide Network architecture aligned with business goalsWork with CISO on development & implementation of Network Policies & StandardsManagement of Wired & WiFi Network & Unified Communications InfrastructureManage the organisation’s highly available Network (Firewalls, Switches, WiFi, 802.1x, VMware/SAN Infrastructure, including monitoring)Secure VPN management (MPLS, P2P IKE, IPSec)Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategiesCollaborate with stakeholders to ensure regulatory alignment (e.g. GDPR, NIS2)Manage 3rd party relationships (Firewall, WAN, Network, Telephony providers)Provide technical leadership during Incident Response Planning & security incidentsWork to the organisation’s Change Management and related processesSkills and Experience:10+ years Network & Infrastructure management experience in an enterprise organisationSecuring and Managing Cisco Networks (NAC) /Palo Alto Firewalls (incl. Global Protect) and B.P.A., Cisco Telephony (Cisco UCM / Jabber / SIP)Network & Security protocols (BGP, CDP, HSRP, OSPF, SSL-VPN, SAML, MFA)Experience with security and patching Operating Systems (Cisco IOS/Windows/Linux)Industry recognized technical certificationsExperience with compliance, including audit (e.g. ISO27001, NIS, or proprietary)Experience with regulated organization (Healthcare experience is preferred)Experience in Infrastructure (VMware/SAN/Windows/Active Directory/Linux/SQL)For informal inquiries please contact:Ronan Devins, Chief Information Security OfficerTel: 01-907 8070Email: rdevins@stpatricks.ie (APPLICATIONS SHOULD NOT BE MADE TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS)Please note that if you are viewing this advert via Irishjobs, the contact details for informal enquires above are not visible as irishjobs do not allow telephone numbers or emails to be present in adverts. However, these details are visible in the advert on the St Patrick’s website in the career vacancies section.Applications in the form of covering letter and Curriculum Vitae, clearly stating the post being applied for should be uploaded as one document by Monday 1st June 2026.Please note it is intended to hold interviews for this position on the week commencing 22nd June 2026. Panels may be formed from which future positions may be filledSt Patrick's Mental Health Services is an equal opportunities employerPlease note that while we seldom work with recruitment agencies, on the rare occasions we specify that we will accept CVs from recruitment agencies, it is only from those who engage in ethical practice. We do not expect recruitment agencies to charge candidates for placements, and do not condone this behaviour as it is not accepted practice.Job DescriptionAbout the organisationSt Patrick's Mental Health Services (SPMHS) is Ireland's largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality mental healthcare, to promoting mental health awareness, and to advocating for the rights of those experiencing mental health difficulties.We employ over 700 staff across our services. We hold our staff in high esteem and regard them as our most important asset, enabling us to fulfil our mission. We strive to create and maintain a forward-looking environment where our staff can be innovative and experience satisfaction in their work. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing development of our staff.SPMHS core valuesHuman Rights – supporting dignity, choice and voiceQuality Care – excellence in service delivery and collaborationInnovation – encouraging improvement and new ideasThe roleICT Network & Infrastructure Manager1.0WTE Full Time, Permanent ContractSt Patrick’s Mental Health Services seeks a Network & Infrastructure Manager on a full time, permanent basis. The role will proactively secure, support and manage on premise Network Infrastructure, as well as connectivity to cloud-based infrastructure and services to ensure their Confidentiality, Availability & Integrity.The Network & Infrastructure Manager will report to the Chief Information Security Officer.The standard working hours applying to the post is 35 hours per week. Details of starting and finishing times, which may vary in accordance with hospital needs, will be notified to you by your Head of Department/Deputy. There may be times when you will be required to work outside of the normal office hours.The benefitsBy joining us, you become part of Ireland’s largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service provider, bringing lots of opportunities for your career. We offer you many employee benefits, including:A competitive salary range25 days annual leavePension schemeHybrid working opportunitiesOngoing trainingPaid study leave and funding for further educationSupport for career advancement and professional developmentSubsidised canteen and onsite gymBike to Work and TaxSaver Commuter Ticket schemes.LocationSt Patrick’s Hospital, James’s Street, Dublin 8, incorporating St Patricks Hospital Lucan and all SPMHS Dean Clinics. The role is hybrid with remote and on-site work agreed with the line manager.ResponsibilitiesDesign and maintain enterprise-wide Network architecture aligned with business goalsAssist CISO in developing, implementing, and updating Network Policies & StandardsEvaluate, lead on the deployment of, and manage Network & Security tools & technologies (including Monitoring, firewalls, endpoints, certificates, etc).Collaborate with stakeholders (IT, DPO, Digital Health) to ensure regulatory alignment (e.g. GDPR, NIS2), deploying Networking solutions to evidence complianceManage a complex, multi-site network (Cisco Networks/Stackwise/WiFi/Unified Communications, Catalyst Center, Palo Alto, ISP/Routers/MPLS, IoT & O.T.)Manage vendor relationships (Cisco Networks & UC, Palo Alto, Managed ISP)Actively work to identify & eliminate Single Points of Failure (SPoF) in networkRespond to threat intelligence with mitigation strategies, including security patchingParticipating in pen-test activities and remediating findingsProvide technical leadership during Incident Response Planning, security incidents & investigations, and lead threat modelling, risk assessments, and secure design reviewsWork to the organisation’s Change Managements processesManage the organisation’s highly available Network & Infrastructure (Deployment, Security, Maintenance, Patching, Monitoring, Capacity Management & Documentation as required) to ensure ICT can meet organisational requirementsProviding training & mentoring to other team membersMust be willing to take part in an On-Call rota agreement across a range of ICT servicesStatus reporting on security metrics & risk posture to the Management Team & CISOIn carrying out all duties, the employee must ensure that all Hospital procedures, Health & Safety policies, and legislative requirements are met at all timesThis job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties. The person appointed may be required to perform other duties as appropriate which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the position. The person appointed will be assigned specific targets in terms of tasks and revenue.Person specificationQualifications and/or experienceCandidates must have:10+ years Network & Infrastructure Management experience in a similar size organisationExperience in vendor managementCurrent certifications (e.g. Networking, Security, Compliance, Leadership)Experience with compliance, including audit (e.g. ISO27001 or proprietary)Experience with regulated organizationDesirable, but not essentialBachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Information Systems or CyberSecurityProfessional knowledge, competencies, and skillsHighly experienced with Cisco networking technologies Switches (stacking), WiFi (WLC & Guest Anchor), Cisco ISE, Palo Alto (Firewall, Global Protect, XDR), VoiExperienced with Unified Communications (Cisco UCM/Jabber), VOIP/SIP, QoSExperience with Change Management for patching and updating Network & Infrastructure (e.g. switch / firewall firmware, OS patches, etc)Experience in managing authentication (SAML/SSO / MFA), remote access solutions (VPN & PRA) and secure VPNs (MPLS, P2P IKE, IPSec)Experience with realtime network monitoring & troubleshooting (e.g. Netflow, ManageEngine OpManager Plus, etc)Experience with Network Segmentation (e.g. North/South Palo Alto BPA, East/West segmented VLANs (User/O.T.), etc) and Protocols (BGP, CDP, OSPF)Experience with Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery PlanningExperience in management of highly available on-premise environments (VMware servers/FC SAN storage/ Leading online & offline backup solutions, Network discovery tools such as Armis)Experience with Microsoft IAM and productivity platforms (A.D., Entra ID, M365, Azure) is highly desirableTerms and ConditionsTenure: 1.0WTE Full time, Permanent contract, pensionable as below.Working Week: Thestandard hours applying to this position is 35 hours per week.Salary: The salary for the position is based on the Lead Engineer 2026 pay scale (€69,432 - €90,262) plus 10% KPI and is commensurate with experience.Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the position 25 days.Pension: All pensionable staff become members of the pension scheme upon commencement of employment. The scheme is a defined contribution scheme with a deduction from the salary of the employee of 4%. In respect of an internal appointment being made the individuals existing pension arrangements will continue.Probation: The appointee will be appointed in a probationary capacity for the first six months during which time the job holder’s performance will be subject to ongoing review.Any extension to or suspension of the period of probation will be in line with the European Union (Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions) 2022.Health: The appointee must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the position and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.Character: The appointee must be of good character.Retirement Age: Normal retirement age for employees is 66 years which at present is also normal pension age.Please note: It is a condition of employment that the successful candidate must submit written confirmation of having successfully completed recognised training in the Mental Health Act by date of commencement.
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