Responsibilities:
- Oversee the management of Azure, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Windows Servers, VMware ESXi, NAS/SAN, Fortinet, and wireless networking.
- Ensure the security, scalability, and reliability of IT infrastructure, balancing hands-on technical work with strategic leadership.
- Lead a team, implement IT change management, and optimize patch management and infrastructure monitoring.
- Collaborate with senior business leaders to align IT strategies with business objectives.
Job Offer:
This is a unique opportunity to join a prestigious financial institution in Dubai, where you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping its IT infrastructure. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including family schooling support, annual flights, and a performance-based bonus.
Requirements:
- 15+ years of experience in systems and network infrastructure, ideally in financial services (private equity, asset management, SWF), law firms, or family offices.
- Strong technical expertise in on-prem and cloud infrastructure with a deep understanding of security, compliance, and high-performance IT environments.
- Exceptional presentation skills.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, CCNA, ITIL).
- Proven experience in leading IT teams and driving technology transformation.
- Ability to be a hands-on leader.