Strategic Infrastructure Manager

3 weeks ago


Sandton, South Africa Dimension Data Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Infrastructure Manager to join our team at Dimension Data. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for building and managing Microsoft’s global data center estate. This role offers the opportunity to participate in our Azure Sentinel program, a 24/7 incident detection service that leverages machine learning to identify potential problems before they impact users.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Technology Executive Team, Business Process Custodians, Business Process Owners, Service Delivery Managers, and other stakeholders to develop the Global Application Planning strategy and roadmap. This will involve collaborating with various teams to develop future-state global enterprise technology architecture and strategy, as well as informing the selection of solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the analysis of Technology Shared Service strategic directions on enterprise architecture and emerging industry technology trends and developments. Define the strategic and tactical approaches that support the timely and cost-effective transition to new technologies.

Develop strategies and roadmaps for the full range of on-premises and cloud Infrastructure Applications used in AGA, including Microsoft Office 365, Mobile Device Management, Base Server Hardware, OS & Virtualization, Backups, Cloud, Monitoring, and more.

Work with the Technology Executive Team and global Project Management Office (PMO) to implement the agreed strategies and roadmaps. Contribute to enterprise architecture strategic planning and develop related budget forecasts.

Ensure compliance with appropriate technical architecture governance and compliance, statutory, and/or legal requirements. Develop and maintain global technical architecture policies and standards and performance metrics.

Key Requirements

Technical Competencies

Lead large-scale business and enabling technology programs within the resources industry. Deep knowledge of technology process deployments and architecture frameworks (Togaf, Zachman, etc.). Strong technical writing skills and the ability to research and audit effectively.

Leadership Competencies

Exceptional interpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation, and negotiation. Ability to balance long-term and short-term implications of individual decisions. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to function and lead effectively under severe stressful situations.

Qualifications

Degree or Post Degree Qualification in Engineering (Information Technology, Engineering, or Business Management). TOGAF or equivalent certification is advantageous. 7 to 10 years of experience in at least two IT disciplines in a client/server or service-oriented architecture (SOA) environment.



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