Head of Unit, IT Infrastructure Management at a Microfinance Bank - Lead Enterprise Support Company Limited

LEAD Enterprise Support Company Limited - Our client, a Microfinance Bank is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Unit, IT Infrastructure Management

Location: Maryland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Overview

• The Head of Unit, IT Infrastructure Management, will be responsible for overseeing the planning, development, implementation, and maintenance of the bank's IT infrastructure.
• This role will play a pivotal part in ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of the bank's technology systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive IT infrastructure strategy that aligns with the bank's overall business objectives.
• Infrastructure Management: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure components, including servers, networks, storage systems, and data centers.
• Technology Governance: Establish and enforce IT governance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate IT risks to protect the bank's data, systems, and operations.
• Capacity Planning: Forecast future IT infrastructure needs and ensure adequate capacity to support the bank's growth.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with IT vendors and service providers to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop a high-performing team of IT infrastructure professionals.
• Budget Management: Prepare and manage the IT infrastructure budget, optimizing resource allocation and cost control.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure management, preferably in a financial institution.
• Proven track record of leading and managing IT infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure technologies, including servers, networks, storage, and virtualization.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms and data center management.
• Knowledge of IT security best practices and compliance regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Desired Skills:

• Certification in IT infrastructure management (e.g., ITIL, CompTIA, Microsoft)
• Experience with IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL)
• Knowledge of financial services industry regulations and compliance requirements.

Application Closing Date
4th October, 2024.