Head of IT

Head of IT

About the Role

We are looking for a seasoned and strategic Head of IT to lead our technology function across infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity. This is a critical leadership role responsible for building a secure, reliable, and scalable IT environment to support our business growth and digital initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure

• Oversee the design, implementation, and management of enterprise infrastructure including LAN, servers, wireless networks, and cloud platforms.
• Ensure system reliability, uptime, and performance across all technology layers.

Applications & Databases

• Lead the development, deployment, and maintenance of core software applications and databases.
• Drive system integration, performance optimization, and user experience enhancements.

Cybersecurity

• Establish and maintain robust, multi-layered IT security frameworks (endpoint, network, application, and cloud).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and data protection requirements.

Leadership & Strategy

• Define and execute IT strategies aligned with business priorities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing IT team across multiple domains.
• Manage IT budgets, vendors, and technology roadmaps to ensure operational efficiency and scalability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in IT leadership, covering infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of enterprise IT infrastructure (LAN/server/wireless/cloud), enterprise software, databases, and IT security.
• Experience working in regulated environments with an understanding of compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Background in Insurance, Financial Institutions, or Fintech is strongly preferred.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your resume through this portal or send a copy of your CV (Word document) to [email protected].

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