Group IT Lead at Workforce Group

• We are looking for a Group IT Lead who will be responsible and accountable for the smooth running of the Group IT systems and infrastructure. The suitable candidate will supervise the development, implementation and maintenance of the company’s overall IT needs. 
• The successful candidate must possess relevant skills, proven professional experience and detailed knowledge of industry specific practices. 

Responsibilities 

• Design, develop, implement and coordinate systems, policies and procedures to ensure security of data, network access and backup systems 
• Audit systems and assess their outcomes. Plan, organize, control and evaluate IT and electronic data operations across subsidiaries 
• Plan and coordinate the running of information technology systems to ascertain cost and productivity levels and recommend the upgrade of IT infrastructures when necessary 
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for IT departments/units across subsidiaries within the group 
• Collaborate with senior and line management to analyse business needs and deploy IT solutions 
• Identify and proffer strategic solutions to all IT related issues and ensure all possible solutions have been exhausted before escalating to senior management 

Requirements and skills 

• Minimum of 8-10 years working experience as an IT Manager in a complex business environment 
• Bachelors/master’s degree in computer science, MIS or similar fields 
• IT certifications (Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Technology Manager (CITM) etc) 
• Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis, computer hardware/software systems as well as data centre management and governance in addition to hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and installation 
• Ability to manage personnel across different locations using great interpersonal and communication skills with a display of high degree of integrity and professionalism