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Infrastructure Services Manager

Trends Group, Inc.
On-site
Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines

I.        JOB DECRIPTION


The Infrastructure Services Manager is an experienced and skilled individual who will oversee the planning, implementation and maintenance of TGI’s IT infrastructure. With a strong technical background, excellent leadership abilities, and a strategic mindset to align infrastructure initiatives with business goals.


II.      DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

  • Lead and manage a team of IT professionals responsible for the organization's IT infrastructure, including network, servers, storage, virtualization, and related technologies.
  • Develop and implement IT infrastructure strategies, roadmaps, and standards to ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of the organization's systems and networks.
  • Plan, design, and implement infrastructure projects, including network upgrades, server virtualization, cloud migrations, and disaster recovery solutions.
  • Monitor and optimize the performance of the IT infrastructure, proactively identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime and ensure efficient operation.
  • Ensure compliance with industry best practices, data center, cloud and related IT infrastructure standards, security standards, and regulatory requirements in all aspects of IT infrastructure management.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to understand business requirements and align infrastructure initiatives with organizational goals.
  • Manage vendor relationships and procurement activities related to IT infrastructure, including negotiating contracts, evaluating service level agreements, and monitoring vendor performance.
  • Develop and maintain IT infrastructure documentation, including network diagrams, configuration details, standard operating procedures, and disaster recovery plans.
  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in IT infrastructure, recommending and implementing innovative solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to the IT infrastructure team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.


III.    QUALIFICATIONS

 

A.    Minimum Education

  • Graduate of Computer Science or equivalent
  • Relevant certifications (CCNA, MCSE, ITIL) are highly desirable

 

B.    Minimum Experience/Training

  • Experience in data center operations and maintenance
  • Proven experience in IT infrastructure management, including network infrastructure, servers, storage, virtualization, and cloud technologies.
  • Strong knowledge of networking protocols, security practices, and infrastructure architectures.
  • Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL) and project management methodologies.
  • Experience in managing an ERP system (SAP) is an advantage.
  • Experience in TIA-942 certification and related data center standards an advantage

 

C.    Competency

  • Proven leadership experience in managing corporate IT Infrastructure
  • Demonstrates success as problem solver
  • Working knowledge in information security and data protection
  • Ability to apply security controls in managing and operating IT computing and services
  • Results-oriented and self-starter
  • Analytical, team player and dynamic
  • Ability to execute and plan new work such as IT infrastructure maintenance and upgrades
  • Effective communication skills
  • Thorough; demonstrates attention to detail and accuracy
  • Defines and organizes tasks, responsibilities, and priorities
  • Takes responsibility for timely completion of work


IV.    WORKING CONDITIONS

 

  • Can handle multiple assignments/projects
  • Must be willing to work extended hours