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IT Manager

On-site in Bilbao·Added 1 month ago (last checked 15 Oct)

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Michael Page España

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Our summary

Work mode: On-site, Bilbao
Contract: Permanent
English: Required
Education: University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

The selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

Degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
Advanced level of English (spoken and written), essential for communication and negotiation.
Demonstrable experience in designing cloud and hybrid architectures, as well as in the governance of complex infrastructures.
Solid knowledge of cybersecurity and regulatory compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR, NIS2).
Excellent negotiation, influence, and communication skills with both technical and business stakeholders.
Experience in IT project management and working with international vendors.
Willingness to travel occasionally.
Strategic mindset, results-oriented approach, and the ability to work autonomously.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Permanent contract.
Multidisciplinary teams with diverse skills, perspectives, and backgrounds.
Individual learning and development programs, including language courses, Microsoft certifications, and participation in technical conferences.
Competitive salary and benefits, in line with the market and your experience.

The role

We are looking for an IT Manager to join our team in Bilbao or Vitoria, to lead critical IT operations, ensuring system performance, security, and regulatory compliance.

Product company
Bilbao or Vitoria

What you'll do

Define and execute the technology roadmap aligned with business objectives and company standards.
Identify opportunities for digital transformation, automation, and process improvement.
Design and evolve scalable and secure IT architectures in hybrid cloud, on-premise, and SaaS environments.
Act as the primary IT liaison between local operations and the IT department. Ensure compliance with corporate security frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR, etc.).
Lead the integration of enterprise systems (ERP, IAM, collaboration tools) and coordinate audits and global transformation initiatives.
Supervise IT operations, including Windows, Linux, Microsoft 365, virtualization, and DevOps support environments.
Manage vendors, service level agreements (SLAs), and escalated incidents, ensuring system reliability, data integrity, and operational continuity.
Define and implement cybersecurity strategies, including identity management, access control, and incident response.
Maintain risk and asset governance frameworks, ensure compliance with the ISO 27001 standard, and promote security awareness throughout the organization.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

CV registration
Consultant contact
With a specialist Michael Page consultant
If they see that your experience and motivations fit the values and needs of a hiring company, they will contact you to start the selection process: they will learn about your expectations, answer your questions and help you prepare for each stage of the process.
Company interview
With a client company
If your application progresses, we will help you prepare for the interview with useful information about the company, its culture and what it looks for in a profile like yours.
Final stage and negotiation · With a client company

The final stages are set by the client company: Michael Page acts as an intermediary, and the interview and decision rest with the hiring company.
Support continues after the contract is signed.
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About Michael Page España

Michael Page is a global recruitment consultancy and part of PageGroup, one of the world's leading professional recruitment firms. The company specializes in placing mid-to-senior level professionals across a wide range of sectors, including technology, engineering, finance, sales, and human resources. With a strong presence in Spain, Michael Page operates offices in major cities and offers services such as executive search, temporary staffing, and outsourcing solutions.

Industry: Staffing

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About the company & team

We are an international technology company passionate about generating a positive impact for a sustainable future. We want to collaborate with people who help us create innovative solutions to drive our industry.

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