**NTT DATA – a part of NTT Group - is a Top 10 global IT services provider, headquartered in Tokyo, with over 150,000 employees.** **We deliver consulting solutions**  by combining specialized sectorial knowledge, our transformation management skills, and our large technology expertise (data, RPA, AI, low code, cloud, IoT, virtual reality), to keep our clients, as well as society, a step ahead in this digitally dynamic world. Everything we do is underpinned by our  **core values**  of 'Teamwork', 'Foresight' and 'Clients First'. Our shared  **leadership principles ** of Collaboration, Engagement and Curiosity help us build a community where our people are equipped with the best resources to face new challenges. **NTT Data Greece**  team is looking for an **Infrastructure Team Leader** in Athens to work with our clients in the  **European public sector.** You will be responsible for planning, implementation and operational management of the IT infrastructure, including data centers, servers, storage, networks. This leadership role ensures the infrastructure environment is robust, secure, scalable and aligned with business goals. You will lead cross-functional technical teams, manage vendor relationship and drive continuous improvement across all infrastructure services. **Your role:** + Ensuring all IT infrastructure components are operating efficiently through regular monitoring, performance tuning, and maintenance. + Developing and executing strategies to align IT infrastructure with business objectives, forecasting future needs, and planning for scalability. + Responsible for the implementation of security measures to protect the organization’s IT environment from threats, including setting up firewalls and managing access controls. + Managing and leading a team of IT professionals, setting goals, providing guidance, and fostering professional development. + Collaborating with external vendors to procure hardware, software, and services; negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships. + Oversees the implementation of monitoring solutions to track performance and health of IT systems; optimizing configurations for better performance and reliability. + Oversee backup, disaster recovery and service continuity planning and execution. **Why NTT DATA?** We value a **collaborative** and **supportive** environment, celebrating **curiosity** and **engagement** We are committed to supporting the physical, financial and emotional well-being our of employees **Career development.** Training path and access to learning opportunities, yearly performance reviews and a mentorship program **Talent Friends.** Refer a friend and receive a **bonus** when they join **We care about you** **Health & well-being.** Focus on your mental health with access to a platform with certified psychologists & mental health workshops. Take a break with one of our online fitness and well-being sessions **Diversity & inclusion.** We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of gender, gender expression and identity, sexual orientation, religion, culture, origin, disability, age, or other personal and social characteristics. **\#WeAreAllUnique** **\#YouMakeUsUnique** Please let us know if you require us to accommodate any accessibility needs during the recruitment process. **Benefits at NTT DATA Greece** Health insurance for the employee and one dependent family member (100% paid by NTT DATA) Meal vouchers of 120€ per month (x12) Corporate mobile phone: subscription & device Teleworking equipment allowance Udemy Account Access to Open Up mental health service 28 days of paid annual leave consisting of your legal holidays and compensation days **Your profile:** + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Informational Technology, or a related field. + Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT infrastructure management with a proven track record in managing large-scale IT projects. + Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a team leadership or supervisory position. + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Informational Technology, or a related field. + Certifications such as ITIL, Microsoft Certified, Cisco, etc. + Deep knowledge of IT infrastructure components (networks, servers, storage systems, data centers), virtualization, database management, and operating systems. + Strong understanding of IT security best practices, including firewalls, encryption, and access controls. + Proven ability to plan, execute, and oversee infrastructure projects aligning IT infrastructure with business objectives. + Strategic planning skills for forecasting future needs and integrating new technologies. + Leadership skills to manage and develop a team of IT professionals. + Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with diverse teams and explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences. + Experience in vendor management and overseeing IT infrastructure budgets. + Fluency in English (B2 level minimum); knowledge of another European language is a plus. + EU citizenship is required. *This role may require flexibility, including shift-based work and on-call responsibilities, depending on operational needs. *The service window for this project is between 9am-10pm, the exact daily shifts will be confirmed later in the process.