IT Director

Our client, a leading energy supplier globally, is seeking an IT Director to join their dynamic team in Saudi Arabia. As a key player in the organization, you will be responsible for developing and executing the IT department's strategy to align with the company's overall objectives. Your role will involve leading initiatives for multi-site IT integration with a focus on cybersecurity and operational efficiency.

In this position, you will oversee a team of approximately 85 staff, including direct manpower and external resources. You will be tasked with fostering leadership, technical growth, and collaboration within the IT team to ensure optimal performance. Additionally, you will manage IT operations encompassing corporate applications, information protection, infrastructure, and manufacturing IT solutions while maintaining the highest standards of data security and compliance across all sites.

As the IT Director, you will drive the deployment and enhancement of enterprise systems such as SAP and employee central systems. Your role will involve promoting innovation in IT applications to support the company's corporate and operational goals effectively. You will also collaborate closely with various divisions within the organization like Office Management, Corporate Applications, and Manufacturing Solutions while reporting directly to the Business and Services VP on IT initiatives' progress.

We are looking for a Saudi National with a Degree in Computer Science or related field who possesses extensive experience in IT leadership roles ideally within industries like oil & gas, chemical or banking sectors. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a proven ability to set and implement IT strategies in complex multi-site environments along with a strong background in cybersecurity, IT operations, and data protection. If you are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding role that offers opportunities for growth and development within our esteemed organization - we invite you to apply for the position of IT Director at our company.

• Extensive experience in IT leadership roles, preferably within the oil & gas, chemical, or banking industries.
• Proven ability to set and implement IT strategies in complex, multi-site environments.

• - Strong leadership skills
• - Expertise in cybersecurity and data protection
• - Experience with SAP and enterprise systems deployment
• - Ability to manage a large team and foster collaboration

Seniority Level: Executive-Level

• Executive

Job Functions: Cybersecurity

• IT Director

Industries : Information Technology

• Energy