Job title: Manager, Systems Engineering
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Technology / IT Services
Job published: 28-06-2026
Job ID: 41436

Job Description

Our client operates within the IT field, utilizing cloud and AI to provide a great user experience for quick and accessible editing. They are seeking a lead systems engineer to lead their infrastructure and DevOps operations. This role is suitable for a capable leader, who is able to oversee networks, systems, and cloud environments to ensure performance, security, and scalability, while guiding a skilled team toward operational excellence.

Job Responsibilities

1. DevOps & Infrastructure Management

  • Lead DevOps initiatives covering CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and environment reliability across staging, UAT, and production.
  • Ensure high availability, disaster recovery readiness, and scalability of cloud and on‑premise systems.
  • Optimise infrastructure performance, cost efficiency, and compliance with data governance frameworks (e.g., ISO27001, SOC2).

2. Network & IT Operations

  • Manage internal network systems, firewalls, VPNs, and access controls.
  • Oversee IT support operations, ensuring timely resolution of hardware, software, and connectivity issues.
  • Maintain accurate documentation for network topology, device inventory, and access management logs.

3. Office Workspace & Asset Management

  • Supervise office workspace allocation, IT asset lifecycle, and hardware procurement.
  • Coordinate with HR and Admin to ensure efficient onboarding and workstation setup.
  • Uphold safety, ergonomic, and facility management standards.

4. Security & Compliance

  • Implement and enforce IT security protocols and compliance frameworks.
  • Monitor potential threats and apply proactive risk‑mitigation measures.
  • Conduct periodic audits on system access, configuration, and security controls.

5. Leadership & Strategic Planning

  • Mentor and guide the Systems Engineering team to deliver high operational standards.
  • Develop SOPs, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Report system metrics, incidents, and recommendations to senior management.

 

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in IT operations, DevOps, or infrastructure management, including 2 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
  • Proficient in network administration, VPN configuration, and firewall management.
  • Familiar with containerisation tools (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible).
  • Experienced with monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK) and system automation.
  • Knowledge of security and compliance frameworks (ISO27001, SOC2, GDPR) is an advantage.
  • Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset.
  • Organised, analytical, and committed to driving high system performance and reliability.

 

For more information or confidential consultation, please do not hesitate to contact Athirah at athirah@bell-ward.com

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