Global Infrastructure Manager

Organisatie
Our cliënt is a global terminal operator and the headoffice is based in Rotterdam. The mission is “to be an agile, innovative, business driven IT organization for the Business”.

The three main focus areas within the IT department are: IT Infrastructure, Business software development and IT security.

Functie
As IT Infrastructure manager you are responsible for the client global IT infrastructure environment. This environment should be running smoothly 24/7 without unplanned business interruptions.

You will be managing the team of global IT system engineers who execute IT infra projects, provide 2nd and 3rd line support, and manage and monitor the IT environment. You will also manage the IT 1st line support officers. As infra manager you will be member of the MT, together with the Software Development manager, Information Security Officer and CIO.
An important aspect of your role will be service level management towards the terminals (internal customers) and vendor contract management. The Global IT Infrastructure manager reports to the CIO/IT Director and provides architecture and technology leadership over IT operations, maintenance, infrastructure projects and network functions for the company. These functions are primarily insourced however supported by trusted suppliers.
You oversee IT operations, deliver internally sourced projects and perform contract management for our suppliers and vendors. You’re responsible for all infrastructure technologies including Microsoft Office365, operating systems, databases, networking, network security, monitoring, video conferencing and telecom.
For infrastructure projects you act as agile Product Owner and you collaborate with the team, the business and our CIO to define short/mid/long term roadmap and strategy focused on business value. An important part of your role is to provide insight in workload and achievements by the department towards the business.

Functie eisen
HBO/WO;
5+ years experience in IT Infrastructure projects;
Have understanding and technical knowledge of Microsoft, VMware, HPE, Citrix, Check Point, Cisco and Oracle technology stacks;
Pioneer introduction, use, acceptance, enforcement and adaptation, of (new) IT infra processes an tools;
Provide architecture ideas that may improve the present system or may streamline future developments on the present system;
Have good knowledge of global IT security developments and their translation to IT infrastructure projects;
Ability to write business cases and project plans to support business understanding of (technical) infrastructure projects;
Design knowledge of proper software- and system architecture;
Fluent in writing and speaking English language;
Pro active, Agile, innovative, business savy and motivated attitude;
Good management & coaching skills in a multi-cultural environment.

Aanbod

Start

As soon as possible;

Location

Rotterdam;

Fulltime;
Contract for 6-9 months with an option for extension;
Flexibility to travel to terminals and sites max 2-3 times a year.