SUMMARY
We currently have an opportunity for an IT Manager to join one of the Business Units within a Group of Companies where you will be responsible for the Operational Management of the IT Function. There will also be a strong focus on Applications, Outsourced Software Development and Integrations, whilst ensuring that IT effectively supports Business Operations. The position will be on site and part of the function will also involve managing direct reports and leading a team responsible for application support.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Managing Development environments, prioritising system changes with business stakeholders, overseeing API integrations, controlling software-related costs and engaging across all business levels.
Managing Vendor relationships – External Software Development Partners.
Monitor and control software licensing, vendor invoices and budget allocations.
Oversee Development testing environments, software pipelines and release cycles.
Support internal and external Audit processes (System Documentation, Assess records and controls).
Leading a team of Application and Support Engineers.
Ensuring that the IT Infrastructure services provided through IT Shared Services (including Hosting, Networks, Back-ups, Patching and Cybersecurity) consistently meet operational and business continuity requirements.
Engage with IT Shared services to support platform upgrades capacity planning and recovery testing.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree (IT / Engineering or related field)
5+ years’ experience in an IT Management Role
Experience with outsourced software Development / Exposure to SDLC
Strong understanding of application lifecycle management, environments and integrations including Infrastructure concepts (Patching, backups, firewalls, endpoint protection).
Strong understanding of Risk, Compliance and Audits

Job Type:
Perm
Workplace type:
On Site
Location:
Gauteng
Experience Level:
Senior