Head, Information Technology

Sapura Energy Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an IT leader to oversee technology operations and execute digital transformation strategies. The role requires a minimum of 15 years of IT leadership experience, focusing on cloud migration and cybersecurity. The ideal candidate will lead higher-level strategic planning and implementation of IT governance practices that drive efficiency and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in IT leadership with global team management.
• Track record in large-scale system implementation and cost reduction initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global IT strategy focusing on digitalisation.
• Lead cloud migration projects ensuring IT infrastructure and application resilience.
• Implement IT governance and risk management frameworks across the organization.

Skills

IT leadership

Cloud migration

Cybersecurity

Digital transformation

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

MBA or equivalent

Tools

Azure

AWS

ERP systems

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

Oversee all technology operations, aligning IT strategy with business objectives and driving digital transformation. Lead cloud migration, cybersecurity, and innovation initiatives to support business growth and operational excellence.

KEY ACCCOUNTABILITIES

• Develop and execute a global IT and digitalisation roadmap, leveraging cloud, AI/ML, and predictive analytics to transform legacy systems and drive innovation.
• Lead large-scale cloud migration projects (e.g., Azure, AWS), ensuring scalability, resilience, and security of IT infrastructure and applications.
• Champion digital transformation initiatives, process automation, and ERP optimisation to achieve significant cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Implement robust IT governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance frameworks across all business units.
• Manage huge enterprise level IT portfolios, budgets, and vendor relationships, ensuring cost-effective investments and high service delivery standards.
• Build and scale high-performing, multicultural IT teams, fostering a culture of mentoring, capability enhancement, and cross-regional collaboration.
• Drive stakeholder engagement with C-suite leaders, department heads, and vendors to ensure IT alignment and delivery.
• Lead change management and user adoption programmes to maximise the business impact of technology initiatives.
• Oversee IT asset management, lifecycle planning, and disaster recovery/business continuity capabilities.
• Strengthen cybersecurity practices, data governance, and information security across the organisation.
• Deliver strategic planning, performance tracking, and continuous improvement in IT operations.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in IT leadership, including global team management, digital transformation, and large-scale system implementation.
• Proven track record in cloud migration, cybersecurity, ERP optimisation, and cost reduction initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree (minimum); MBA or equivalent preferred.
• Professional certifications such as PfMP®, PMP®, SAFe® Practitioner, and relevant cloud fundamentals certifications are highly desirable