Keywords: IT Director, Information Technology, Operational Technologies, Cyber Security, Remote Work Environment
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Director to lead their team in managing both Information and Operational Technologies. This role is pivotal in aligning IT strategies with business objectives, ensuring continuous support for all operations and business applications, and implementing effective cyber security measures. The successful candidate will also be responsible for developing an efficient remote work environment for the entire company, staying abreast of technological trends, and managing the IT budget effectively.
- Lead a team managing Information and Operational Technologies
- Develop IT strategies aligned with business objectives
- Implement effective cyber security measures
What you'll do:
As an IT Director, you will play a crucial role in shaping the technological direction of the company. Your responsibilities will include developing IT strategies that align with business objectives, overseeing operations and business applications, enhancing IT policies based on industry best practices, implementing robust cyber security measures, facilitating a productive remote work environment, managing human resources within the IT department, liaising with senior management, keeping up-to-date with technological advancements, managing budgets effectively.
- Develop IT strategies in alignment with Company business objectives.
- Oversee and ensure proper and continuous support for all Operations and Business applications.
- Develop, enhance, or implement relevant Information and Operational Technology policies, procedures / processes taking reference with best industry practices.
- Develop, enhance, and operationalize the IT and OT Disaster Recovery Plan and Incident Response Plan within the Business Continuity Plan.
- Implement cyber security protection, measures, and systems to effectively protect the company against potential cyber threats or attacks.
- Implement systems to enable and facilitate efficient remote work environment for the entire Company.
- Develop the IT human resources and set suitable performance targets / objectives. Conduct appraisals to improve their performance and skill levels.
- Work with Senior Management, Board of Directors, Authorities, and vendors.
- Stay abreast of technological trends and advancements and recommend new technologies that could improve the Company's efficiency and effectiveness.
- Develop and manage the IT and OT budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficiency in technology spending.
What you bring:
The ideal candidate for this role will bring a wealth of relevant experience in both Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technologies (OT). You should have a strong background in Telco operations as well as proven experience in planning and implementing cyber security measures. Your familiarity with industry standards such as ITIL or eTOM will be highly beneficial. You should also possess excellent project management skills, people management skills, and the ability to manage both employee and vendor performance effectively. Strong contract negotiation skills are essential, along with excellent written communication skills in English. A basic degree from a recognised institute / university in Engineering or IT discipline is required.
- Relevant IT, OT and Telco experience.
- Good experience and knowledge in the operation of Telco OSS/BSS.
- Experience in planning and implementing Cyber Security protection measures or schemes.
- Familiarity with relevant Standards like ITIL or eTOM.
- Program / Project management skills
- Good people management skill.
- Performance management of both employees and vendors
- Contract negotiation skills
- Excellent written communication skills in English language.
- Basic degree from a recognised institute / university in Engineering or IT discipline.
What sets this company apart:
Our client is a leading company that values innovation, efficiency, and the continuous development of their employees. They offer a dynamic work environment where you can apply your skills and knowledge to real-world challenges. They believe in fostering a culture of learning and growth, providing ample opportunities for professional development. Their commitment to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace has made them an employer of choice in the industry.
What's next:
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Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
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