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Job Title: Infrastructure Technology ManagerTravel Required?: Travel - 25% of time
Date: Oct 30, 2024
Hybrid
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #163584 - Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Main Responsibilities: Manage and maintain the provisioning of critical infrastructure services (local, virtual and specialized services) for CPLead local/regional projects and manage complex and/or major infrastructure initiativesMonitor and improve the performance and utilization of Infrastructure ServicesProvide second level technology troubleshooting (desktops, laptops, servers, LAN connectivity, network printers, and local software)Manage the acquisition, control, replacement and maintenance of IT equipment, including asset tracking, leasing and budgeting aspects for the entire region under your responsibilityDevelop a partnership with business management, users and suppliers in the Andean RegionMaintain effective communication with the management and users of the Andean Region, the W&CS team and the rest of the GIT organizationMonitor, coordinate and manage with relevant people any system/infrastructure performance/reliability issuesAct as liaison with the Global Infrastructure Service to escalate and resolve critical issues in the regionDirect investigations of unusual patterns or anomalies affecting the infrastructure and general business objectives; determine and/or recommend appropriate actionsEnsure alignment with GIT standards, policies and proceduresLead the internal and external IT audit process in the regionQuarterly complete all tasks related to the list of infrastructure controls of the region in chargePerform infrastructure management activities ensuring compliance with maintenance policies and security requirementsProvide local coordination and planning of the GIT Grid projectsAssist the global process with the preparation and administration of the regional infrastructure budgetParticipate and encourage user participation in the change management process. Plan the effective preparation of users for new launches of IT products and/or servicesMaintain knowledge of current industry trends, the capabilities of the latest technology, and the potential impact on supporting the businessKeep all relevant parties (CP and GIT) fully informed of the plans, progress, problems and risks related to the IT infrastructureLocally monitor, support and encourage greater use of IT technologies through technology launches and training sessions.Maintain proactive communication with users at all levels of the organization to ensure their perspectives are incorporated into GIT products and servicesCollaborate with other teams within GIT to evaluate standards, propose policies and procedures to improve support and end user experienceDevelop a performance measurement framework and facilitate the feedback system to Infrastructure staff on issues such as customer service, communication and technical skills, in order to improve the quality of support providedRequirements: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering in Information Systems or related field.Have at least 8 years of experience, working in a corporate IT support environment and with personnel in charge. Management of budgets and local and global suppliers.Desirable experience in the private sector and in a multinational consumer goods organization.Advanced EnglishWindows 10/11, Windows Server 20XXApple iOSActive Directory, OSD DeploymentFamiliarity with the TCP/IP Network ProtocolExperience troubleshooting device connectivity issuesExperience with Cisco network switch configuration and Virtual LansDesirable knowledge in WMware WorkspaceOneDesirable experience with Freshservice or any other ticket tool.Desirable knowledge with Google WorkspaceDesirable experience with VMware and Nutanix environmentsDesirable experience with SAP.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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