Head of IT Department
Kuwait and Middle East Financial Investment Company K.S.C.P.
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Experience
10 - 17 Years
Education
Bachelor of Science(Computers), MBA/PG Diploma in Business Mgmt
Nationality
Any Nationality
Gender
Not Mentioned
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Infrastructure & Cloud Computing
- Highly skilled in designing and managing Data Centers and cloud hosting services (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud).
- Management of virtual servers and virtualization technologies (VMware / Hyper-V).
- Developing and implementing Backup & Disaster Recovery plans.
Networking & Information Security
- Designing and engineering complex networks, and managing Firewalls and VPNs.
- Strong experience (ideally with certified credentials) in Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto systems.
- Leading the Cyber Security framework by establishing security policies, conducting risk assessments, and executing immediate responses to any technical breaches.
- Ensuring security compliance with the company s regulatory and legal requirements.
Applications & Technical Integration
- Managing and implementing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, with a preference for cloud-based platforms (Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, Odoo).
- Professional expertise in integration mechanisms between various systems (both Cloud and On-premise) to ensure seamless data flow.
IT Operations & Technical Support
- Full management of the IT Support Structure.
- Oversight of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Helpdesk management to guarantee business continuity.
Strategic Priorities: Recognizing the critical importance of Data Security, Low Latency system responsiveness, and Business Continuity processes within an uninterrupted financial environment.
Desired Candidate Profile
Years of Experience: A minimum of 10 to 15 years of professional experience in the Information Technology field.
Leadership Experience: At least 5 years spent in a leadership role (e.g., Department Manager, Division Head, or IT Director).
Sector: Deep, prior experience working within financial institutions, investment companies, or banks.
Specialized Knowledge:
- Extensive hands-on experience with Online Trading Platforms.
- Thorough familiarity with Portfolio Management Systems.
- Comprehensive knowledge of laws and regulations issued by regulatory authorities (such as CMA), as well as compliance systems, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Know Your Customer (KYC) policies.
Academic Degree: Bachelor s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or Management Information Systems (MIS).
Additional Qualifications (Competitive Advantage):
- Master s degree in IT Management or a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Required Professional Certifications:
- Information Security: CISSP
- Service Management: ITIL
- Project Management: PMP and/or PgMP
- Technical Certifications: Cisco, Microsoft, AWS
Leadership & Managerial Skills:
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop the IT sector in a way that serves the company s investment and administrative vision.
- Budget Management: High efficiency in managing the department s financial budget, balancing Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditures (OPEX).
- Vendor Management: Professional handling of global service providers (such as Bloomberg, Refinitiv, Oracle, Microsoft, AVAYA, etc.).
- Team Leadership: Ability to manage a multi-disciplinary team (networks, security, technical support, developers) with a unified team spirit.
- Large-Scale Project Management: Leading complex digital transformation projects from initial planning through to execution.
Key Personal Attributes:
- An innovative personality who constantly strives to implement the latest technologies to serve corporate objectives.
- High analytical capability with a strong focus on resolving complex, department-related technical issues.
- Resilience and high capability to work under pressure, particularly during technical emergencies.
- Quick wit and decisiveness in making well-calculated decisions.
- Exceptional communication skills to bridge the gap between technical departments and non-technical business units across the company.
Company Industry
- Banking
- Financial Services
- Broking
Department / Functional Area
- IT Software
Keywords
- Head Of IT Department
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Kuwait and Middle East Financial Investment Company K.S.C.P.
Kuwait and Middle East Financial Investment Company (KMEFIC) is seeking to attract an outstanding leadership talent to fill the position of Head of IT Department . The successful candidate will be responsible for leading digital transformation, managing complex technical infrastructure, and ensuring alignment of technological solutions with the company s strategic goals within the financial and investment sector, while strictly adhering to rigorous regulatory standards.
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