Job Title: ICT Manager Role Overview: My client is keen to find an experienced and proactive ICT Manager to lead the strategic and operational development of ICT infrastructure for the short, medium and long term.
This role offers full ownership and autonomy, with responsibility for ICT strategy design, managing external IT support, and delivering a wide range of technical and business-critical projects.
You will be able to align ICT initiatives with goals and public sector standards.
Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver a comprehensive ICT strategy in line with business objectives.
Conduct IT needs assessments and business process reviews to optimise ICT investment.
Lead the transition to cloud-based infrastructure and modern collaboration tools.
Risk Compliance Conduct thorough risk and business impact assessments.
Devise and implement risk mitigation strategies.
Ensure compliance with ISO 27001 and NSCS (Cyber Security standards) Public Sector Security Baseline Standards.
Maintain and update a corporate risk register.
Operational Oversight Oversee external IT support contractors, ensuring SLAs and performance standards are met.
Manage local infrastructure including servers, firewalls, and networking equipment.
Implement MFA across Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 environments.
Formalise and maintain an IT Asset Register.
Performance Reporting Define IT performance metrics and establish structured reporting to Senior Management and the Board.
Monitor security posture, incident management, infrastructure status, and disaster recovery readiness.
Project Management Lead multiple concurrent projects including: Server upgrades Broadband and Wi-Fi implementation PCI compliance audits Document retention and file clean-up, replacement of legacy applications Cloud migration of file sharing and Active Directory functions Short-Term Goals Assess IT needs and map business processes Medium-Term Goals Launch new IT support model Complete server upgrade and expand broadband/Wi-Fi Design dedicated Server/Comms Room Long-Term Goals Migrate finance systems to the cloud Upgrade network cabling and streamline infrastructure Finalise cloud migration Essential Skills and Experience: Degree in Software subject of some kind with at least 10 years experience Proven experience in ICT strategy development and implementation.
Strong technical background in infrastructure, cloud migration, and cybersecurity.
Strong communication and people skills - enjoy working with a wide range of stakeholders Experience managing external IT vendors and service contracts.
Familiarity with ISO 27001, NSCS standards, and PCI compliance.
Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
Strong reporting and analytical capabilities.
Desirable: Experience working in public sector or regulated environments.
Knowledge of AI tools and their application in business process improvement.
Familiarity with Microsoft Entra, Share Point, and hybrid cloud environments.
Rewards: Negotiable salary: There is also a possibility of working a 4 day week; there is a lot of autonomy, you work with a great team of people, in a beautiful environment, there is free parking, pension, on site excellent cafe and food.
The role is fully on-site, in Kildare and therefore you will need to have a valid drivers licence and able to commute to the site every day.
You must be legally able to work in Ireland without sponsorship being needed.
Skills: ICT knowledge software hardware cyber security strategic design