IT Manager

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

ITE007484/STU

Date posted:

Friday, February 27, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We’re partnering with a leading travel and financial services organization to appoint a hands-on IT Manager!

POSITION INFO:
Company and Job Description:

Opportunity to lead IT operations within a well-established player in the travel and financial services sector.
Exposure to complex, multi-site infrastructure environments, including airport and national branch networks.
Strategic involvement in cybersecurity, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives.
Collaborative executive engagement with influence over technology roadmap and business continuity strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

Define and execute the IT strategy, architecture, and governance framework aligned to business and regulatory requirements.
Oversee infrastructure, cloud platforms, core systems, and nationwide branch technology operations.
Strengthen cybersecurity, risk management, disaster recovery, and regulatory compliance controls.
Lead digital transformation initiatives, system enhancements, and innovation projects (including automation and AI).
Manage vendors, technology partners, integrations, and SLA performance.
Control IT budgets, optimise technology spend, and ensure measurable ROI.
Lead, develop, and mentor the IT team while driving service excellence and continuous improvement.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
5–7 years of IT leadership experience, ideally in regulated, financial services, or Fintech environments.
Strong knowledge of financial systems, regulatory reporting, cybersecurity, risk, and vendor ecosystems.
Proven experience modernising systems, managing vendors, and driving digital transformation.
Ability to translate business strategy into effective technology execution.

Apply now!

For more exciting IT vacancies, please visit:

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

IT Manager
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
We’re partnering with a leading travel and financial services organization to appoint a hands-on it manager!
Today

IT Manager
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R50 000 CTC (Negotiable)
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced it manager with previous management experience to join a well-established company based in the Industria area in Johannesburg.
10 days ago

IT Manager
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
Step into a futureâshaping leadership role where technology becomes the heartbeat of transformation! As the it & Digital Transformation manager, you'll lead the modernisation of systems, strengthen cybersecurity, drive automation, and champion digital innovation across the business. This role puts you in the driver’s seat of strategic change, empowering you to build a resilient, compli...
16 days ago

IT Manager
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
A fast-paced express courier and logistics leader is on the hunt for an it manager to power and scale its national operations.
1 day ago

IT Manager (JHB Onsite) (26385)
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
79 days ago

IT Security and Infrastructure Manager - (Wits Health Consortium)
Location: Parktown
Salary: Annually
Background:Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Limited ("WHC") is a wholly-owned Company of the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) under its Faculty of Health SciencesWHC provides the Faculty with a legal framework within which to operate the research and other activities necessary to support its academic objectivesIn addition, WHC offers a range of products and services to Acad...
3 days ago

Manager: Information Technology (IT)
Location: Centurion
Salary: R45 000 pm CTC
About the CompanyOur client forms part of an internationally renowned Group, a global leader in advanced industrial and technology solutions. The organisation operates within a highly regulated, technology-driven environment where innovation, cybersecurity, compliance, and operational excellence are critical to business success.This role offers the opportunity to lead and shape the it function of ...
7 days ago

IT Operations Manager
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Total Cost to Company – R720k to R900k per annum, depending on experience
Opportunity with JSE Listed Company
7 days ago

IT INFRASTRUCTURE AND OPERATIONS MANAGER
Location: Pretoria
Salary: Market related
This person is responsible for maintaining and managing an organization's technology infrastructure.
7 days ago

Senior Key Account Manager - IT SAAS /CRM - Solutions
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Monthly
A premium communication and surveillance supplier of solutions equipment requires the above to maintain and grow relationships with key clients and play a pivotal role in achieving sales targets and ensuring customer satisfaction.
9 days ago