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IT Infrastructure Manager - JhbFull job descriptionMake an impact with NTT DATAJoin a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion - its a place where you can grow, belong and thrive. Your day at NTT DATAThe IT Infrastructure Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the deployment, operation, and maintenance of Azurebasedinfrastructure. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and strategic planning to ensure that thecloud infrastructure meets the organization's needs for reliability, scalability, security, and cost-efficiency. What you'll be doingKey Responsibilities:Design, implement and manage scalable and secure cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure.Monitor and maintain Azure resources, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and databases.Ensure high availability and disaster recovery solutions are in place and regularly tested.Implement and enforce security best practices and compliance standards (e.g. POPIA, GDPR, HIPAA).Manage identity and access management (IAM) within Azure to control user permissions and roles.Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.Analyze and optimize the performance of cloud infrastructure to ensure efficient resource utilization.Implement monitoring and altering systems to proactively identify and address performance issues.Continuously evaluate and integrate new Axure services and features to enhance infrastructure performance.Monitor and manage cloud spending to ensure cost-effective use of Azure resources.Implement cost-saving strategies, such as reserved instances, auto-scaling, and resource tagging.Provide regular cost reports and forecasts to stakeholdersPlan, execute and oversee cloud infrastructure projects from conception to completion.Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and third-party providers to ensure successful project delivery.Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.Stay updated with the latest Azure technologies, trends and best practices.Conduct regular reviews and assessments of the cloud infrastructure to identify areas for improvement.Drive innovation by exploring and implementing new tools and methodologies.Proven experience managing and administering Microsoft Azure environments.Experience with cloud architecture, infrastructure design, and deployment.Experience in managing security, compliance, and disaster recovery in a cloud environment.Leadership experience with a track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.Knowledge and Attributes:In-depth knowledge of Azure services (e.g., Azure VMs, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, Azure AD).Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools (e.g., ARM templates, Terraform).Strong understanding of networking concepts and configurations in Azure.Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines).Academic Qualifications and Certifications:Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Technical, Information Systems or a related field.Relevant Azure certifications, such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or similar, are highlydesirable.. Workplace type: About NTT DATANTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo. Equal Opportunity EmployerNTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.

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