Manager - Security Systems & Data Center

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operation and maintenance of data centres and physical security systems.

• Lead risk assessments and design security measures to protect the company's data and infrastructure.

• Manage issues and provide advise to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with hardware, software, and network systems within the data centre.

• Participate in disaster recovery, business continuity planning and testing to ensure the availability and reliability of the data centre.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate emerging technologies.

• Provide leadership guidance in crisis situations related to security and data centre operations.

• Ensure the security and integrity of the data center and its systems and data, including implementing security measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and backup procedures.

• Develop, update and monitor documentation for all data center systems and processes, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.

• Manage vendor relationships and lead contract negotiation for hardware, software, and services.

• Stay current with industry developments and new technologies and make recommendations for upgrades and improvements to the data canter as needed.

People Management Responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance and support to other members of the IT and security teams and work with other departments to ensure that the data canter is meeting their needs.

• Lead and manage a team of data canter engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and coaching to ensure that the team has the necessary skills and knowledge to support the data canter infrastructure.

• Lead a team responsible for the continuous improvement of various systems.

Strategic Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic plans for technology upgrades and integration projects.

• Define the strategy and vision for the data center.

•  Enforce compliance with the company's overall goals and objectives, security standards and protocols, and regulations, such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOC.

• Deliver regular reporting and updates on the status and performance of the data canter to senior management and stakeholders.

• Implement innovative technologies for both operations and projects aligning with organizational goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, IT Engineering or a related field. 

• Certification in security systems or data centre management will be a plus

• Excellent English. Arabic is an added advantage

• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in a similar role

• General knowledge of current and emerging technologies in Network, Public Cloud, Security systems and IT hardware.

• Proven experience in IT infrastructure planning and development.

• Excellent understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.

• In-depth knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.

• Strong leadership skills.

• Ability to conduct and direct research into IT issues and products as required.

• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.

• Keep attention to detail.

• Proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.