Job Description
Senior IT Manager – Contract Our clients are looking for an Interim Senior IT Manager. The role revolves around steering technology governance and managing advanced IT projects. The candidate will manage the IT function covering infrastructure, systems, and cybersecurity; they will be responsible for the delivery of IT Services to safeguard sensitive information, progress systems development projects, and ensure operational continuity. This is a contract role, with a view to the contract being extended. The role will be hybrid, with a minimum of 2 days in the office. The Role: Control of change management process to Secure Hybrid environment involving multiple technologies and service partners. Maintenance (including reviews if/as necessary) of all IT related policies, procedures, and frameworks. Project management of key work items, providing Project definition/scoping, governance, and technology selection. Provide advice and guidance to team members in formulating IT system requirements and brainstorming/problem solving and assist with exploration of viability of alternative solutions as appropriate. Escalation point for key IT decisions and communication of same to Leadership and/or staff. Develop and implement engagement, relationships, and communication processes with key internal and external stakeholders. Inform and educate internal stakeholders on current IT Strategy, Projects, and Planning across the organisation. Represent IT at various working groups internally and externally. Management and support of team members including day to day people management performance and development. Develop and/or maintain a detailed understanding of the company and its IT functional requirements. Management of consultants including procurement process, delivery, and governance as required. Provision of management reporting to Leadership. Management of IT Budget. The Person: Relevant third level qualification or significant relevant technical experience. Substantial technical knowledge and experience leading a team to provide organisational delivery of at least two of the following: IT Operations and Infrastructure. IT Security / Cybersecurity. Systems Development including bespoke application development. Digital Transformation Projects including Data Analytics. Experience overseeing a complex hybrid environment requiring high levels of redundancy, resiliency, and security. Strong relevant project management experience specifically with project definition / scoping. Strong stakeholder management experience in developing and maintaining working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. A proven ability to apply analytical and critical thinking to solving problems efficiently and effectively. Excellent communications and influencing skills including: Proven experience in communicating clearly, effectively, and knowledgeably about all aspects of a project. Presentation skills with the ability to understand and express views clearly within a multi-disciplinary environment. This role will progress quickly, so candidates should be available for Interview at short notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr