Senior Manager - Technical Delivery
TALENTMATE
Date: 2 days ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time

Overview
Job Description
About Us
Core42, a leader in AI-powered cloud and digital infrastructure, is driving transformative technology solutions globally. Leveraging advanced resources and partnerships, Core42 empowers clients to harness sovereign AI infrastructure, especially in sectors with stringent regulatory needs. With a mission to redefine digital transformation, we combine sovereign capabilities with scalable, high-performance compute infrastructure, positioning itself at the forefront of AI innovation in the Middle East and beyond.
The opportunity
Looking for a hands-on “Senior Manager – Technical Delivery” with deep expertise across infrastructure, cloud, networking, cybersecurity, and application delivery. The candidate must be able to review designs, validate architecture, challenge engineering decisions, and directly troubleshoot complex issues while leading multi-domain delivery. This role demands end-to-end ownership of enterprise IT systems across Cloud, Data Center, Security, Networks, and Applications.
Responsibilities
Your key responsibilities
Infrastructure & Cloud Delivery
Your Key Responsibilities
With a diverse team of 1,100+ employees from 68 nationalities, we foster an inclusive, innovative and collaborative environment. At Core42, we foster a culture grounded in trust, accountability and high performance. We are united by our values: Grit, where we overcome challenges with resilience and determination, Passion, which drives us to pursue excellence in everything we do, and Impact, as we aim to inspire progress and create meaningful change. Our team members thrive in an environment where each person’s contributions propel us forward, and together, we commit to achieving extraordinary results.
Role Level: Director Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Company Website: http://www.core42.ai Job Function: Information Technology (IT) Company Industry/
Sector: IT Services and IT Consulting
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About The Company
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Job Description
About Us
Core42, a leader in AI-powered cloud and digital infrastructure, is driving transformative technology solutions globally. Leveraging advanced resources and partnerships, Core42 empowers clients to harness sovereign AI infrastructure, especially in sectors with stringent regulatory needs. With a mission to redefine digital transformation, we combine sovereign capabilities with scalable, high-performance compute infrastructure, positioning itself at the forefront of AI innovation in the Middle East and beyond.
The opportunity
Looking for a hands-on “Senior Manager – Technical Delivery” with deep expertise across infrastructure, cloud, networking, cybersecurity, and application delivery. The candidate must be able to review designs, validate architecture, challenge engineering decisions, and directly troubleshoot complex issues while leading multi-domain delivery. This role demands end-to-end ownership of enterprise IT systems across Cloud, Data Center, Security, Networks, and Applications.
Responsibilities
Your key responsibilities
Infrastructure & Cloud Delivery
- Lead enterprise-scale data center & hybrid cloud deployments (Azure, AWS, GCP).
- Extensive experience with VMware ESXi, vCenter, vSphere clusters, NSX, vSAN.
- Strong background in Windows/Linux server administration, patching, hardening, and performance tuning.
- Manage enterprise storage & backup ecosystems with emphasis on Commvault, NetApp, EMC, Pure Storage, replication, snapshots, and disaster recovery orchestration.
- Lead enterprise network architecture and operations – LAN/WAN, VPNs, SD-WAN, MPLS.
- Expertise in Cisco/Juniper/Arista switching and routing with protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS).
- Deep hands-on knowledge of firewall administration – Fortinet (FortiGate), Cisco ASA/Firepower, Palo Alto.
- Experience with load balancers, reverse proxies, and advanced monitoring (packet capture, traffic analysis, NetFlow/SNMP, etc.).
- End-to-end management of enterprise security stack including hand-on on below listed technology:
- NAC (Network Access Control) for secure endpoint access.
- Vulnerability Assessment (VA) tools and remediation planning.
- Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIP) integration with SIEM/SOC.
- HSM (Hardware Security Modules) and KMS (Key Management Systems) for encryption & PKI.
- File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) solutions for compliance and forensic readiness.
- Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR) capabilities for security investigations.
- Hands-on leadership of SIEM, EDR/XDR, IDS/IPS, PAM, and SOC operations.
- Ensure alignment with frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Benchmarks, GDPR
- Drive end-to-end application lifecycle – from dev oversight to automated testing and deployment.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps.
- Ensure release governance, rollback procedures, and zero-downtime deployment strategies.
- Oversee functional, regression, and performance testing automation
- Implement ITIL processes for Incident, Problem, Change, and Release Management.
- Manage ITSM platforms like ServiceNow, Remedy, Jira Service Management.
- Define and enforce SLAs, KPIs, escalation procedures, and operational runbooks
- Lead multi-domain IT transformation programs – Cloud migrations, DC consolidations, Cybersecurity rollouts.
- Review HLD/LLD (High/Low-Level Designs) and ensure technical sign-off.
- Manage multi-vendor ecosystems, ensuring compliance and SLA adherence.
- Execute capacity planning, monitoring, cost optimization, and lifecycle management
- Ensure On time Delivery & Customer Satisfaction
Your Key Responsibilities
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent.
- Advanced technical certifications strongly preferred
- 15+ years in IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity & Delivery, with 7+ years in senior leadership.
- Proven ability to deep dive into network, server, storage, cloud, and security troubleshooting.
- Hands-on mastery in at least 5+ areas:
- VMware stack (vCenter, ESXi, NSX, vSAN)
- Storage & Backup (Commvault, NetApp, EMC, Pure, Veeam, NetBackup)
- Networking (Cisco/Juniper, Fortinet firewalls, load balancers, SD-WAN)
- Cybersecurity stack (NAC, VA, TIP, HSM, KMS, PAM, FIM, Digital Forensics)
- Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP)
- Application lifecycle & CI/CD
- ITSM & Release Management
- 12+ Years of Experience in Enterprises, Leading technical delivery of large digital transformation projects, Technical Architect, Solution Architect.
- 2+ years’ experience working in the technical architect role in a Digital Transformation Program
- Excellent level of verbal and written (Arabic Preffered)
- Arabic & English communication skills
- Must be hands on with technologies required for this position.
- Must be well versed in Project Management Frameworks.
- Expertise in launching new/handling existing services and products, IT governance, delivery and operations.
With a diverse team of 1,100+ employees from 68 nationalities, we foster an inclusive, innovative and collaborative environment. At Core42, we foster a culture grounded in trust, accountability and high performance. We are united by our values: Grit, where we overcome challenges with resilience and determination, Passion, which drives us to pursue excellence in everything we do, and Impact, as we aim to inspire progress and create meaningful change. Our team members thrive in an environment where each person’s contributions propel us forward, and together, we commit to achieving extraordinary results.
- Competitive Salary: We offer an attractive salary package based on your skills and experience
- Yearly Bonus: In recognition of your contributions, you will receive a performance-based annual bonus
- Exclusive Discount Cards: Access special benefits with Esaad and Fazaa cards, offering discounts across a wide range of services
- Premium Family Insurance: We provide comprehensive health coverage, including dental, vision and life insurance, ensuring the well-being of you and your family
- Learning & Development: We offer access to top-tier learning platforms to help you grow in your career. Learn at your own pace with unlimited access to premium courses.
Role Level: Director Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Company Website: http://www.core42.ai Job Function: Information Technology (IT) Company Industry/
Sector: IT Services and IT Consulting
What We Offer
About The Company
Searching, interviewing and hiring are all part of the professional life. The TALENTMATE Portal idea is to fill and help professionals doing one of them by bringing together the requisites under One Roof. Whether you're hunting for your Next Job Opportunity or Looking for Potential Employers, we're here to lend you a Helping Hand.
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