Director CSIT/Cyber Security

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the CSIT department in alignment with institutional goals.
• Foster innovation in teaching, learning, and research in emerging areas of Computer Science and IT.
• Lead the development of new academic programs and research initiatives.

Academic and Research Oversight

• Oversee curriculum design, course development, and accreditation processes.
• Promote high-quality research and secure funding through grants and industry collaboration.
• Support faculty in scholarly activities and professional development.

Administrative and Operational Management

• Manage departmental budgets, resource allocation, and policy implementation.
• Recruit, evaluate, and mentor faculty and staff.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, national, and international standards.

Collaboration and External Engagement

• Build partnerships with industry, government agencies, and academic institutions.
• Represent the department at national and international forums and conferences.
• Drive initiatives related to internships, placements, and alumni engagement.

Technology and Infrastructure

• Oversee the implementation and management of IT infrastructure used in teaching and research.
• Ensure cybersecurity, data governance, and tech-enabled learning environments.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of academic or industry experience, with at least 5 in leadership roles.
• 5 publication should be in scopus
• 2 guided students should be completed under supervision
• Proven track record of academic excellence, research, and/or innovation in CSIT.
• Experience in managing interdisciplinary teams and large-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of emerging technologies (AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Science, etc.).

Key Skills

• Leadership and team management
• Strategic planning and execution
• Budgeting and resource management
• Research and academic development
• Communication and stakeholder engagement
• Knowledge of accreditation and quality assurance processes