IT Infrastructure Manager
Job Summary
Reporting to the IT Architecture Manager, this role is responsible for the design, deployment, and support of business-critical IT infrastructure across the region. You will lead infrastructure projects, manage technical team members, and act as a regional escalation point for technical issues. The position requires a balance of hands-on support, vendor management, and strategic implementation of IT infrastructure solutions.
Responsibilities
- Provide 2nd/3rd line infrastructure support
- Lead infrastructure projects and BAU activities
- Manage and develop technical team members
- Manage vendors and third-party service providers
- Support incident, problem, and change management
Required Skills
- Networking (L2/L3, Firewalls, Wireless)
- Windows Infrastructure (AD, DNS, DHCP)
- VMware vSphere/ESX management
- IT security best practices
- Business level English and Japanese
Job Details
Role Overview: Reporting to the IT Architecture Manager, this role is responsible for the design, deployment, and support of business-critical IT infrastructure across the region.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide 2nd/3rd line support for IT infrastructure
• Lead infrastructure projects and BAU activities
• Manage and develop technical team members
• Act as a regional escalation point and subject matter expert
• Support incident, problem, and change management processes
• Contribute to infrastructure design and implementation
• Manage vendors and third-party service providers
• Maintain technical documentation and standards
• Evaluate and introduce new technologies
Working Hours:
09:00 - 18:00 Mon. - Fri. (Occasional requests for Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday shift work may occur).
Job Requirements:
Essential:
• Networking knowledge (L2/L3 switching, firewalls, wireless)
• Experience managing Windows infrastructure (Active Directory, DHCP, DNS)
• Strong understanding and implementation of IT security best practices
• Experience managing VMware vSphere / ESX environments
Desirable:
• Experience with Azure public cloud environments
• Experience with enterprise databases (SQL Server, Azure SQL Database)
• Microsoft 365 / Azure AD administration
• Scripting and automation (PowerShell, VBScript)
• Previous team leadership or IT management experience
• IT project management experience
• Vendor management experience
Language Requirements:
• English Level: Business Conversation Level (TOEIC 735-860)
• Japanese Level: Business Level (JLPT Level 2 or N2)
Other Conditions:
• Social Insurance
• Commuting/Transportation Allowance
• Education Training
• Five-Day Workweek
• Paid Holidays
• Congratulatory or Condolence Leave
• Child-care Leave
• Sick Leave
• Measures against passive smoking: No smoking indoors allowed