Group Manager - Digital Roof Infrastructure & Platforms

Job Description:

The Group Manager -  Roof Infrastructure & Platforms (IIDRI) will drive continuous improvement of all products and services within the Domain, including the deployment and delivery of the most efficient IT platforms, services and solutions. 

They will be accountable for all aspects of the Domain including:  financial, technical performance, technical advancement, continuity , obsolescence and more.  They will ensure end-to-end accountability of the domain across all divisions and programs for India & South Asia. 

They will maintain a backlog of work with clear priorities agreed with the respective business stakeholders and participate actively in the governance body to steer relevant investments in full alignment with business priorities.  They will develop their team's skills and career, aimed at people's adaptability/employability and anticipate future needs for the company.

You will be responsible for the following main topics - 

• Defining and spearheading the Infrastructure Strategy for Airbus India & South Asia  that aligns with the Digital strategy

• The technical designing and  financial planning of sustainable & secure Infrastructure for Airbus India & South Asia

• Defining Infrastructures roadmaps in collaboration with all Airbus divisions, ensuring the continuous improvement and evolution of products & services 

• Ensuring the availability, stability and performance of all Infrastructure & Platform’s solutions

• Managing the workload and delivery of the Infrastructure & Platforms team with regards to infrastructure, platform and project services. 

• Coaching, mentoring & developing team members to support career progression

• Provide strong technical guidance to team members and stakeholders on subjects including:

  • Hosting & Platforms

  • Cloud & Connectivity

  • Virtualisation

  • Data Centre Set Up & Management

  • Architecture (Infrastructure & Cloud)

  • Disaster Recovery / Business Continuity Planning

• Ensure all infrastructure is compliant with Airbus standards, Cyber Security standards & relevant customer contracts, legislations or standards.

• Ensure the Infrastructure & Platforms team adhere to quality management including documenting processes & methods  with regular reviews & reporting.

• Act on behalf of Airbus India & South Asia in the Infrastructure Community of Practice (CoP) with other Airbus roofs. 

• Ensure infrastructure risks are identified and eliminated in compliance with Airbus frameworks & standards. 

• Ensure the Infrastructure & Platforms  Annual Operating Plan (AOP) is aligned and managed in accordance with Airbus standards & stakeholder forecasts.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 12+ years of experience as an IT Manager and managing teams in a complex, multinational environment

• Designing, planning & implementing complete infrastructure set ups for large, global organisations

• Strong working knowledge on following:

  • ITIL process and Asset Management 

  • Microsoft Active Directory

  • Desktop Operating System: Windows 7, 10 & 11, RHEL Linux

  • Shared File System (SFS): Data Storage Management 

  • Enterprise Cisco Networking: LAN, WAN, Cisco call manager, DNS and Wi-Fi Technologies

  • Knowledge on High Performance Computing (HPC)

  • DR and BCP principle, implementation, operation

  • Data storage and backup implementation and operation

• Strong people management skills with solid results in keeping teams motivated

• Knowledge in fulfilling the Software Development environments demands 

• Knowledge on Infrastructure project management and milestones

• Security compliance and remediation management.

• IT infrastructure Technical Operation Management (day to day) including team task management.

• SLA and customer relationship management

• Cloud solutions and platforms: Technical operation management (preference AWS)

In line with the Airbus leadership model, manage direct team(s).

Engage, develop and motivate the direct team(s), within Airbus Values using the HR processes & development tools. 

Build a trustful and inclusive environment, promoting collaboration  facts driven decisions and an out of silos mindset.

Ensure deliverables on time, cost and quality to ensure Customer Satisfaction; escalate risks and opportunities.

Encourage innovation and continuous improvement by detecting and eliminating non added-value activities.

Secure the business at short/mid/long term, contributing to increase Airbus profitability.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus India Private Limited

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Leadership

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