IT Director

Director, IT & Digital – Dubai
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced technology leader to join a global sustainable infrastructure investment organisation. Based in Dubai with regular international travel, this permanent position offers the chance to shape and deliver the organisation’s global digital, cybersecurity, operational technology (OT), and AI strategy. This role would suit a forward-thinking technology professional combining strategic oversight with hands-on leadership who thrives on driving business transformation across international regions.


Location and Working Pattern
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – permanent, full-time position with regular international travel.


Client Overview
Our client is a leading international infrastructure investment business focused on the development, financing, and operation of utility-scale sustainable energy assets across the Middle East, North Africa, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia.


Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global IT strategy, budget, and technology roadmap.
• Lead technology governance, risk management, and performance reporting for all IT and digital initiatives.
• Oversee the organisation’s cybersecurity framework, including ISO 27001, NIST CSF, SOC 2, and IEC 62443 standards.
• Direct vulnerability management, penetration testing, and incident response activities.
• Drive optimisation of Microsoft 365, identity and access management, and global collaboration technologies.
• Lead operational technology (OT) cybersecurity standards across active projects and new energy assets.
• Develop AI governance frameworks and deliver digital transformation initiatives across investment, finance, and operations.
• Manage relationships with outsourced vendors, technology providers, and consultants to ensure performance and compliance.

Must‑have Requirements

• Minimum 10 years’ experience within IT, technology, and cybersecurity leadership roles.
• Proven success as a senior technology leader within international or multi‑site organisations.
• Strong technical expertise in Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, Defender, SharePoint, Azure, and related tools.
• Practical knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and SOC 2.
• Demonstrable experience managing outsourced providers and service delivery partners.
• Background in energy, utilities, infrastructure, renewable energy, or investment sectors.
• Understanding of OT environments, SCADA systems, and industrial cybersecurity.
• Exceptional communication skills, with experience engaging executive leadership, investors, and lenders.
• Fluent in English; additional languages such as Spanish would be an advantage.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Experience leading AI adoption or digital transformation programmes.
• Familiarity with international regulatory, audit, or compliance frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.

Apply Now
If you’re an accomplished IT and digital leader looking to influence global technology strategy in a growing international infrastructure organisation, apply now or send your CV to our recruitment team today.

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