Chief Digital & Data Officer — Education Tech

Sharjah Education Academy; Sharjah; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UAE is seeking a Deputy Vice Chancellor – Data & Information Technology to lead the digital transformation and governance of technology. This role requires at least 15 years of IT leadership experience, with a focus on cybersecurity, cloud management, and data governance. A Master's degree is required, and a PhD is preferred. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and be bilingual in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in IT, Computer Science, Data Science, or Cybersecurity with a PhD strongly preferred.
• Professional certifications advantageous (e.g., CCISO, PMP, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead digital transformation strategy across the Academy.
• Ensure compliance with digital governance frameworks.
• Oversee cybersecurity programs and data management.
• Manage IT performance using metrics and KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

IT Governance

Digital Transformation

Cybersecurity

Cloud Computing

Data Governance

Project Management

Bilingual English/Arabic

Education

Master's in Information Technology or related field

PhD preferred

Job description

An educational institution in the UAE is seeking a Deputy Vice Chancellor – Data & Information Technology to lead the digital transformation and governance of technology. This role requires at least 15 years of IT leadership experience, with a focus on cybersecurity, cloud management, and data governance. A Master's degree is required, and a PhD is preferred. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and be bilingual in English and Arabic.