Senior Manager

Senior Manager – IT Infrastructure

Location: Expat position Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

About the Rol

eAre you a seasoned IT Infrastructure leader with a strong background in core banking systems, infrastructure modernization, and migration projects? We are seeking a Senior Manager – IT Infrastructure to lead the design, implementation, and operational excellence of our network, server, cloud, and storage systems

.In this role, you will drive strategic IT initiatives, ensure high availability and security, and manage complex IT infrastructure projects, including core banking migrations and upgrades. If you have deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and experience in banking IT infrastructure, this is the opportunity for you

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Key Responsibiliti**

esInfrastructure Strategy & Architectur

• e:Develop and execute a robust IT infrastructure strategy aligned with business goal
• s.Design scalable, secure, and high-performance network, server, and storage architecture
• s.Lead infrastructure modernization initiatives, including cloud adoption and digital transformatio

n.Core Banking Systems & Migration Project

• s:Oversee infrastructure support for core banking applications, ensuring seamless operation
• s.Lead core banking system migrations, upgrades, and integration project
• s.Collaborate with vendors, IT teams, and business units to ensure smooth transition
• s.Ensure minimal downtime and maximum-security during banking system transformation

s.Operations Managemen

• t:Ensure 24/7 availability and peak performance of IT infrastructure system
• s.Oversee the administration of physical and virtual servers (Windows, Linux, AIX), cloud services (Azure, Office365), and virtualization platforms (VMware
• ).Manage enterprise storage solutions (SAN, NAS, HCI) and backup strategies (Veeam or equivalent
• ).Ensure effective capacity planning and disaster recovery readines

s.Security & Complianc

• e:Enforce security policies and IT controls to protect infrastructure from cyber threat
• s.Conduct regular audits, vulnerability assessments, and ensure regulatory complianc
• e.Oversee patch management, system hardening, and data protection initiative

s.Team Leadership & Developmen

• t:Lead, mentor, and develop the IT infrastructure team, fostering technical excellenc
• e.Set performance goals, ensuring accountability and continuous improvemen

t.Project Managemen

• t:Oversee infrastructure projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business need
• s.Collaborate with cross-functional teams for the deployment of new systems and service

s.Vendor & Stakeholder Managemen

• t:Manage relationships with third-party vendors and service providers, ensuring high-quality service deliver
• y.Work closely with business stakeholders to understand infrastructure needs and deliver solution

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Key Requiremen**

• ts:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (Master's degree preferre
• d).Oracle Certification Mandat
• orySQL and PostgreSQL Knowledge (Good to ha
• ve)MCSE, VMware VCP, ITIL, Azure, or cybersecurity certifications preferr
• ed.10+ years of IT infrastructure experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership ro
• le.Proven expertise in core banking infrastructure support, system migrations, and upgrad
• es.Extensive knowledge of enterprise infrastructure technologies, including virtualization, cloud, storage, and networki
• ng.Strong background in high-availability systems, disaster recovery planning, and security best practic
• es.Experience leading complex infrastructure projects and delivering results in a banking environme
• nt.Strategic thinking and strong problem-solving skil
• ls.Excellent leadership and team development abiliti
• es.Effective communication and stakeholder manageme
• nt.High adaptability and innovation in technology adopti

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Why Join**

• Us?Lead banking IT infrastructure in a dynamic and growing organizat
• ion.Be at the forefront of core banking system transformati
• ons.Competitive salary and benefits pack
• age.Career growth and professional development opportunit

ies.