Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced
Project Manager - Infrastructure
to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale infrastructure initiatives across the bank. This includes projects involving data center upgrades, cloud migrations, network and security enhancements, system integrations, and business continuity planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT infrastructure and a solid understanding of the banking environment, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead end-to-end project lifecycle management for infrastructure-related initiatives.
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Define project scope, goals, deliverables, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
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Coordinate with cross-functional teams: network, security, systems, cloud, and application teams.
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Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Operations, Compliance, Risk) and external vendors.
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Ensure alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements (e.g., PCI-DSS, SWIFT CSP, local central bank rules).
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Monitor and report on project progress using dashboards and formal reporting tools.
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Identify risks and issues early, and develop mitigation plans.
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Manage procurement and vendor relationships (hardware/software, service providers).
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Support testing, deployment, and change management activities.
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Ensure successful handover to operations and support teams after implementation
Requirements
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
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Minimum 5-8 years of experience in IT project management, with at least 3 years in banking infrastructure projects.
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Strong knowledge of infrastructure domains: networks, servers, data centers, storage, virtualization, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, private cloud).
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Familiarity with core banking systems, payment gateways, and IT security in financial institutions.