Head of IT Infrastructure (Cloud) – Lead a team of 10 engineers.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of IT Infrastructure with a leading organization based in Dublin City and Cork. This well-established company, a household name with multi-million-dollar revenue streams, is embarking on an ambitious journey of digital transformation. They are looking for a dynamic and visionary leader to guide their team through a transition from on-premises infrastructure to the Cloud (Azure) while fostering a more proactive and forward-thinking culture.
Your Role:
As Head of IT Infrastructure, you will lead a team of 10 professionals through the critical early stages of a transformative migration to Azure. This is a high-paced and dynamic environment where security, reliability, and compliance are paramount. Working within a Microsoft-centric IT landscape (Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure, VMWare, Office 365, Exchange Online), you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the organization’s IT infrastructure.
This role demands exceptional leadership, strategic vision, stakeholder management, and robust technical expertise. Your technical foundation as a Windows Systems Administrator, combined with a proven track record of leading IT infrastructure in a fast-paced enterprise environment, will be key to your success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a high-performing team through a complex migration from on-premises to Azure.
- Shape the organization’s IT infrastructure strategy and ensure adherence to security, reliability, and compliance standards.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align IT initiatives with business objectives.
- Foster a proactive, growth-oriented team culture.
The Ideal Candidate:
You have a technical background as a Windows Systems Administrator and have evolved into a strong People Leader. You bring extensive experience managing IT infrastructure in an enterprise environment and thrive in challenging, high-impact roles. Familiarity with ITIL frameworks is essential.
Role Highlights:
- Reporting to: Head of IT Operations – a highly influential role with significant organizational exposure.
- Location: Dublin City Centre or Cork (hybrid model with two in-office days per week).
- Environment: Microsoft-focused technologies, including Windows, Azure, Dynamics 365, Active Directory, VMWare, Office 365, Exchange Online.
- Career Development: Great learning and progression opportunities within a fast-growing organization.
- Impact: Be a central figure in a large-scale digital transformation.
Your Skills and Experience:
- 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure roles, with a proven track record as an Infrastructure Manager or Head of Infrastructure.
- Expertise in IT infrastructure, security, and cloud technologies.
- Strong technical foundation in Infrastructure.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Benefits and Package:
- Salary €95000
- Bonus 15%
- Pension 10% matched
- Additional company bonus
- Fully healthcare package for you, spouse and dependents.
- Hybrid working model – 2 days in the office, based in Dublin City Centre or Cork. – flexible.
- Permanent position with opportunities for significant career growth.
I specialise in Senior Lever Leadership roles across the IT industry, for more information contact Aoife Murtagh in confidence on 01 649 8506 or aoife.murtagh@archer.ie