Executive - Information Technology

IT - Software / DB / QA / Web / Graphics / GIS

About the Employer

Job Description

Executive – Information Technology

We create and nurture innovative spaces that gives our customers more than what is expected and we exist to see them live life to their fullest.

John Keells Properties leads the charge on the property development and real estate sector in Sri Lanka, with a significant portfolio of real estate in Colombo and the suburbs.

Property Sector of John Keells Group require the services of an Executive – Information Technology to oversee IT operations, systems, vendors, and infrastructure while ensuring security, compliance, and effective technology support.

Job Profile

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

  • Managing user access, software licensing, vendor relationships, service agreements, and technology-related procurement activities.
  • Monitoring IT systems, security, compliance, and operational governance activities while ensuring adherence to Group IT policies and best practices.
  • Coordinating with internal teams, Group IT, vendors, ISPs, and third-party service providers to ensure seamless IT operations and project delivery.
  • Leading and supporting infrastructure upgrades, network architecture enhancements, system deployments, and technology rollout initiatives across the Property Group.
  • Conducting system and network health checks, identifying risks, and driving continuous improvements to maintain a reliable and future-ready IT environment.
  • Engaging with business teams to understand technology requirements and proposing effective IT solutions.
  • Supporting business expansion initiatives through scalable infrastructure, network, and technology solutions.
  • Delivering user training and guidance to support the adoption of new technologies, applications, and governance processes.

If you are confident that you possess the above requirements, please send in your CVs to hr.jkp@keells.com with the position applied for as the subject line of the email.

Personal Profile

  • Possessing professional certifications in Networking, Cloud, Infrastructure, Security, or IT Service Management (CCNA, CCNP, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, ITIL) will be a distinct advantage.
  • Demonstrating 3–4 years of experience in IT operations, infrastructure support, network management, or enterprise technology support.
  • Possessing prior experience in managing technical operations, vendor relationships, infrastructure projects, or technology rollouts will be advantageous.
  • Possessing sound knowledge of IT security, compliance requirements, and operational governance practices.