IT Head

Experience & Core Competencies

• 15-20 years of progressive experience in enterprise IT.
• Minimum 5 years in senior leadership roles managing cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record in IT transformation across infrastructure, applications, and digital.
• Deep expertise in IT governance, cybersecurity, compliance, and business continuity.
• Strong project management capabilities with experience in delivering complex programs on time and within budget.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in manufacturing, defence, or R&D sectors.
• Strong understanding of vendor ecosystems and adept at negotiations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Define and execute a multi-year IT strategy aligned with business goals.
• Partner with senior leadership to drive technology-led business transformation.
• Lead digital governance and assess emerging technology trends for ROI-driven execution.
  

Infrastructure & Operations

• Manage resilient, scalable, and high-uptime IT infrastructure.
• Drive adoption of ITSM practices, automation, and hybrid/cloud architecture.
• Oversee disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
  

Cybersecurity & Compliance

• Define and implement a robust cybersecurity framework aligned with MoD standards.
• Ensure data security, access controls, and audit readiness.
• Drive internal IT audits, compliance initiatives, and security awareness programs.
  

Enterprise Systems & Digital Platforms

• Oversee ERP (SAP), PLM, and enterprise applications across business functions.
• Ensure seamless process integration, data integrity, and user experience.
• Promote automation, analytics, and AI-based innovation across functions.
• Build platforms for real-time reporting, data intelligence, and operational insights.
  

Governance & Team Development

• Lead and mentor cross-functional IT teams; build internal capability and succession.
• Manage vendors, SLAs, contracts, and ensure performance excellence.