IT DIRECTOR

NADIA GLOBAL; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A real estate firm based in Abu Dhabi is looking for an experienced IT Director to lead technology operations and infrastructure. The candidate will drive IT strategy, manage cloud services, and ensure compliance with security protocols. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science and extensive IT leadership experience are required. The role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to shape the technology landscape of the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of X years of progressive IT experience.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing platforms and cloud infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity, DevOps, and IT compliance.
• Excellent leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the IT strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of platforms.
• Implement and enforce IT security policies.
• Manage a high-performing IT team.
• Oversee IT budgets and procurement.

Skills

Leadership

Cloud Technologies

Cybersecurity

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION – IT Director

Location : Abu Dhabi

Department : Information Technology

Job Summary :

Real Estate Client is seeking a strategic and technically proficient IT Director to lead our technology operations and infrastructure. This role is pivotal in driving the development, implementation, and maintenance of scalable platforms and ensuring the security, reliability, and performance of all IT systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environments, cloud technologies, and IT governance.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership :

• Develop and execute the company’s IT strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives and product innovation.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align IT with business priorities.

Technology Management :

• Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of platforms.
• Manage IT infrastructure including cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP), networks, and cybersecurity.
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of all systems.

Security & Compliance :

• Implement and enforce IT security policies and data protection protocols.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ISO, GDPR, SOC 2.

Team Leadership :

• Build and manage a high-performing IT team.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Vendor & Budget Management :

• Manage relationships with vendors and technology partners.
• Oversee IT budgets, procurement, and cost optimization.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of X years of progressive IT experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing platforms and cloud infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity, DevOps, and IT compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Preferred Skills :

• Experience with microservices architecture and API integrations.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and CI / CD pipelines.
• Certifications such as CISSP, PMP, or AWS Certified Solutions Architect.