Ionut Nicolae
Bucharest
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Group IT Manager with over 8 years of progressive experience managing global technology infrastructure, IT strategy, and cybersecurity initiatives across multinational teams. Skilled in leading IT operations, ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations, and delivering scalable solutions to support creative and technical environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Group Information Technology Manager
UNIT9 Group
01.2020 - Current
- Lead and mentor IT teams across multiple global offices, driving collaboration and productivity.
- Implement and manage cybersecurity measures, ensuring compliance and safeguarding corporate assets.
- Oversee global infrastructure setup and maintenance to support multidisciplinary teams.
- Direct IT projects from planning to execution, aligning with business strategy, timelines, and budgets.
- Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and oversee procurement of technology solutions.
- Administer IT budget, balancing innovation with cost efficiency.
- Stay ahead of emerging technologies to maintain innovation and compliance with data protection standards.
- Installed, configured, tested and maintained operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
- Analyzed network security and current infrastructure, assessing areas in need of improvement.
IT Manager
UNIT9
08.2017 - 01.2020
- Defined and executed IT strategy in line with business objectives.
- Managed procurement and deployment of new services, systems, and hardware.
- Oversaw user management and provided technical support for end-users across global offices.
- Maintained network and data security, ensuring resilience and reliability of infrastructure.
- Developed IT documentation and built a centralized knowledge base.
- Managed IT budgets and resource allocation for cost-effectiveness.
IT Assistant
UNIT9
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Supported IT operations and provided technical assistance to users across systems and devices.
- Assisted with procurement and deployment of IT services and solutions.
- Contributed to security protocols and network management.
- Managed technical systems including telephony, Wi-Fi, and end-user devices.
- Produced and maintained technical documentation.
Education
BSc - Computer Science for Economics
Romanian-American University
01.2016
Skills
- IT Strategy & Leadership
- Cybersecurity & Compliance
- Mobile Device Management (MDM)
- SaaS Solutions
- Network & Infrastructure Management
- IT procurement
- IT asset management
- IT budgeting
- IT compliance
- Disaster recovery
- Budget administration
- ITIL framework
Timeline
Group Information Technology Manager
UNIT9 Group
01.2020 - Current
IT Manager
UNIT9
08.2017 - 01.2020
IT Assistant
UNIT9
02.2017 - 08.2017
BSc - Computer Science for Economics
Romanian-American University