Senior IT Executive/IT Engineer (Infrastructure, Backup & Security)
Description
Responsibilities
1. Data Protection, Backup & Email Archiving (Core Priority)
- Server & Field Endpoint Backups: Design, implement, and maintain automated backup systems for headquarters servers and field devices.
- Email Archiving: Administer Microsoft 365 / Exchange, enforcing server-side email archiving and retention policies so that lost, corrupted, or deleted local mailboxes can be restored immediately without data loss.
- Disaster Recovery (DR): Develop and routinely test Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity Plans (BCP) to guarantee fast system recovery (RPO/RTO) during unexpected hardware or site failures.
2.Construction Infrastructure & Multi-Site Networking
- Systems Administration: Manage and maintain enterprise IT infrastructure, including Windows Server, Active Directory / Entra ID, Microsoft 365, and virtualization
- Site & HQ Networking: Administer and troubleshoot corporate network environments across head office and remote construction job sites (LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, site wireless, VPNs, firewalls, and 4G/5G site routers).
- Software & Asset Management: Maintain accurate IT asset logs, software licenses, system documentation, and hardware/software patch management.
3.Cybersecurity & Compliance
- Security Operations: Oversee cybersecurity across all sites, including endpoint detection and response (EDR), vulnerability management, firewall security and incident response.
- IT Governance: Drive cybersecurity policies, access controls, audit readiness, and user security awareness for both office and field staff.
4. Leadership& Project Delivery
- Team Leadership: Coach, mentor, and guide junior IT personnel (such as the IT Coordinator) to maintain high service levels and operational excellence.
- Site Deployment Projects: Plan, implement, and manage IT setups for new construction site offices, project rollouts, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Vendor & Management Support: Liaise with telcos, hardware vendors, and software suppliers, performing ad-hoc technical projects assigned by Management.
Requirements& Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Experience:5–7+ years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure, networking, and server administration.
Minimum 3 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
Experience in Construction, Building, Engineering, or Multi-Site Project environments is strongly preferred.
- Technical Skillset: OS & Cloud: Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory / Entra ID, Azure, VMware/Hyper-V.
Backup Platforms: Enterprise backup solutions (e.g. Veeam, Acronis, Synology Active Backup, Datto).
Networking & Security: Firewalls (Fortinet, Cisco, Aruba), VPNs, SD-WAN, network switches, and endpoint protection.
- Certifications (Preferred): ITIL, CCNA/CCNP, Fortinet NSE, CISSP, CISM, or Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator.
Personal Attributes
- Proven problem-solving ability in fast-paced, site-driven construction environments.
- Self-motivated leader with strong project management and communication skills.
- Positive "can-do" attitude, capable of making sound technical decisions under pressure.
- Willingness to visit project sites and respond to emergency system outages outside regular business hours when required.