ICT Manager
- Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila
- ₱65,000-80,000 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee and manage the organization’s IT infrastructure to ensure maximum uptime and robust data protection.
- Develop, implement, and enforce IT security policies, procedures, and best practices in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conduct regular assessments of IT systems to identify performance gaps and areas for improvement.
- Ensure effective disaster recovery and business continuity plans are in place and regularly updated.
- Develop and execute strategic IT plans to optimize operations and support innovation.
- Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies and solutions to enhance efficiency and scalability.
- Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to senior management on IT infrastructure and security matters.
- Lead and manage the IT team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Identify and implement training and development programs to strengthen technical expertise within the team.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of IT projects within set timelines and budgets.
- Apply project management best practices to ensure successful delivery of IT initiatives.
- Evaluate vendor proposals, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships to align services with business objectives.
- Monitor IT infrastructure performance, operating costs, and upgrade requirements.
- Establish standards for efficiency and effectiveness in IT operations.
- Ensure timely response and resolution to IT-related issues across the organization.
- Perform other IT-related tasks as assigned to support the department’s and organization’s overall success.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in IT, with at least several years in a leadership role.
- Strong background in IT strategy, enterprise infrastructure management, and project leadership.
- Proficient in security policy development, risk assessment, and implementation of security measures (firewalls, encryption, etc.).
- Experience managing cloud platforms, migrations, and cost optimization.
- Familiarity with agile methodologies, CI/CD, version control systems, and database management.
- Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, budgets, and vendor relationships.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.