IT Manager

SUMMARY:
We are recruiting on behalf of a client based in Somerset West for an experienced IT Manager to take full ownership of their information technology environment. This is a hands-on, end-to-end role covering infrastructure, cybersecurity, systems management and continuous improvement, suited to a technically strong individual who thrives in a fast-paced, engineering-driven business. The ideal candidate will be as comfortable working at a strategic level as they are getting into the detail of day-to-day IT operations.

POSITION INFO:
Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all IT infrastructure including servers, networks, cloud environments and end-user systems
• Own and optimise core business systems including ERP, ensuring data integrity and alignment with operational needs
• Provide stable, scalable IT environments supporting engineering, development, testing and production activities
• Drive cybersecurity practices including access control, data protection, backup and disaster recovery, and proactive vulnerability monitoring
• Support internal and external audits (CE+, AS9100) by ensuring IT systems, controls and documentation meet compliance requirements
• Manage IT vendors, service providers and procurement of hardware and software
• Maintain IT documentation, systems governance and best practices
• Identify and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, automation and system integration across the business

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field
• 3–5 years of relevant IT management experience
• Strong Linux administration experience
• Proficiency in Python
• Solid experience with business networking and network security (intrusion detection, encryption)
• Experience with cloud services — AWS preferred
• Experience with virtualisation technologies (Docker, vSphere, VirtualBox)
• Advantageous: AWS Professional or Specialty certifications, Python PCPP certifications, experience with Git/SVN, enterprise networking policy, authentication systems (LDAP, SSO, OAuth) and leadership experience