IT Manager / Director - Carrick-On-Shannon, Co. Leitrim

IT Manager / Director

• Carrick-On-Shannon, Co. Leitrim, Ireland
• Full-time
• Department: Commercial

Company Description

Operating for over 45 years, King & Moffatt Building Services provide complete Mechanical and Electrical services across all sectors of the construction industry including Industrial, Logistics, Food, Pharmaceutical, Data Centre, Mining, Healthcare, Commercial, Hotel & Leisure, High-End Residential, Public, and Energy.

From design stage to the installation and the ongoing maintenance of their facilities, our valued and highly skilled workforce provide our clients with an efficient, reliable and best in class service.

A Deloitte Best Managed Company Award winner for eight years running, we pride ourselves on being a full building services solutions provider and have successfully delivered multiple large-scale projects in Ireland, the UK & mainland Europe.

Job Description

King and Moffatt Building Services Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Manager / Director to lead our IT department.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company’s IT infrastructure, ensuring the security and reliability of our systems, and leading a team of IT professionals. This role requires a proactive individual with a deep understanding of network infrastructure, cloud services, cybersecurity, and application support.

What you would do:

Network Management:

• Design and implement network infrastructure, including routers, firewalls, switches, VLANs, and VPNs.
• Manage on-premise and cloud networks, ensuring seamless integration and security.
• Configure and maintain TCP/IP, HTTPS, DNS, DHCP, SSL/TLS, IPsec, Firewals and other network protocols.

Cloud Services:

• Manage Azure AD and Microsoft Intune for device and application management.
• Build and maintain virtual servers and serverless databases in Azure.
• Ensure compliance with cloud security policies and backup procedures.

Cybersecurity:

• Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies to protect company data.
• Monitor suspicious activities, and conduct regular security audits.
• Create custom scripts to enhance security measures and automate responses to cyber threats.

Systems Administration:

• Manage Windows operating systems, ensuring all systems are up-to-date and secure.
• Oversee the implementation of software updates, patches, and configurations.
• Support Office 365 applications, including SharePoint, Teams, and Exchange.

Application Support:

• Support business-critical applications such as Business Central, Mitrefinch HRM, and HikCentral.
• Automate and integrate core and sub-systems and implement Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions across all applications.

Project Management:

• Lead IT projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and within budget.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand and fulfill their IT needs.
• Develop and implement new IT policies and procedures to improve efficiency.

Team Leadership and Training:

• Supervise and mentor a team of IT support professionals.
• Provide training and development opportunities for team members.
• Conduct performance evaluations and address any issues promptly.

Customer Support:

• Provide technical support to internal clients.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem resolution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in IT management or experience in a similar role.
• Extensive knowledge of network infrastructure, both on-prem and in the cloud.
• Proficiency in TCP/IP, HTTPS, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPN, SSL/TLS, IPsec, and other network protocols.
• Experience with Azure AD, PowerShell, Microsoft Intune, and SharePoint.
• Good understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Previous leadership and team management experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Familiarity with database management systems like MySQL, PostgreSQL.

Additional Information

Having an inclusive and flexible culture helps the business continue to grow as a strong, dynamic and innovative organisation.

As well as being supported and encouraged to develop your career here at King and Moffatt, we also offer the following:

• Competitive salary
• Professional Development support 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Health and Wellness programme
• Bike to work scheme

At King and Moffatt, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion to drive innovation, creativity, and success. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, valued, and respected regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. We strive to build a culture that celebrates differences, encourages open dialogue, and promotes equal opportunities for growth and advancement. By embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment, we not only strengthen our organisation but also enrich the lives of our employees and the communities we serve

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.