IT Manager (Infrastructure & Cyber Security) - Sandton Based

Our client is a diversified global agribusiness and supply chain organisation operating across more than 40 countries. The company is a leading player in the sourcing, processing, logistics, and distribution of agricultural commodities, playing a key role in strengthening global food security and supporting smallholder farmers. With additional interests in fertilisers, logistics, energy, and manufacturing, or client is driven by innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth, offering a fast-paced and dynamic environment for professionals working across complex, large-scale infrastructure and global operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the IT Infrastructure team, ensuring high levels of service delivery.
• Manage all server, storage, backup, networking, and cloud infrastructure.
• Oversee user management, permissions, access control, and identity management.
• Design, implement, and maintain secure VPN connectivity solutions.
• Manage hosting environments and infrastructure performance.
• Ensure successful execution of backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Drive cyber security initiatives, including vulnerability management, incident response, and security best practices.
• Maintain and improve network security, firewall management, and infrastructure resilience.
• Manage third-party vendors, suppliers, and service providers.
• Mentor, coach, and develop technical team members.
• Ensure infrastructure availability, reliability, and scalability across the business.

Technical Skills Required

Infrastructure

• Windows Server Administration
• Active Directory & Group Policy
• Microsoft 365 Administration
• VMware / Hyper-V
• Storage & Backup Solutions
• Hosting Environment Management

Networking

• VPN Technologies
• Routing & Switching
• Firewall Administration
• Network Security
• LAN/WAN Infrastructure

Cyber Security

• Security Monitoring
• Vulnerability Management
• Patch Management
• Incident Response
• Security Governance & Compliance

Automation & Administration

• PowerShell Scripting
• User & Access Management
• System Monitoring & Reporting
• Infrastructure Documentation

Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management ability.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive and security-focused mindset.

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Relevant Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years' experience within an IT environment.
• Minimum 3 years' experience managing and leading technical teams.
• Proven experience working as a Level 3 Infrastructure Engineer.
• Strong Cyber Security experience within enterprise environments.
• Extensive experience managing hosting environments, VPNs, user administration, server infrastructure, and backup solutions.
• Experience managing and supporting complex Microsoft server environments.
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and systems administration.