Head of Information Technology

Position Overview

latest technologies and software trends

Key Responsibilities

1. Software Project Management

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple software projects using the latest technologies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Make strategic

  make-or-buy

  decisions for software and technology solutions.
• Lead initiatives for

  AI integration

  , process automation, and digital transformation.
• Manage

  API integrations

  , website development, and mobile app projects.
• Identify and implement future technological advancements to support organizational growth.
• Keep abreast of

  emerging technologies and software innovations

  to recommend relevant adoption.

2. IT Infrastructure Management

• Supervise the IT infrastructure team responsible for

  physical and cloud server management

  and migration.
• Oversee

  network administration

  and ensure uninterrupted connectivity.
• Implement robust

  cybersecurity measures

  to safeguard systems and data.
• Ensure effective

  system administration

  and IT asset management.

3. Database & Data Security

• Lead the database management team to ensure optimal performance and integrity of data systems.
• Enforce

  data security protocols

  to protect sensitive information in compliance with legal and organizational standards.
• Monitor and audit database access, backups, and disaster recovery systems.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Proven track record in

  software project delivery

  and vendor coordination.
• Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, networking, cloud systems, and cybersecurity.

• In-depth knowledge of latest technology trends, tools, and software platforms

  .
• Expertise in

  process management

  ,

  budgeting

  , and

  timeline control

  .
• Excellent negotiation skills for vendor and contract management.
• Innovative thinker with the ability to integrate emerging technologies.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum

  5+ years of experience

  in IT management roles.
• Certifications in

  Project Management (PMP/PRINCE2)

  ,

  Cloud Technologies (AWS/Azure)

  , or

  Cybersecurity

  will be an added advantage.