IT & Digitalization Manager

Oman Investment Authority; Oman; On-site; OMR 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oman Investment Authority seeks an IT and Digitalization Manager to lead the plant's information technology infrastructure, OT cybersecurity, and industrial automation initiatives. You will shape the digital transformation roadmap, promote data-driven decision making, and oversee security, compliance, and budgeting across departments.

The role requires a strong background in IT/OT integration, ERP systems, and people leadership, with a focus on reliability, cost management, and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in a similar IT leadership role.
• Experience with ERP systems and IT/OT integration.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, data governance and digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT strategy, operations and vendor management to ensure reliability and security.
• Develop and execute digital transformation roadmaps and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Oversee OT cybersecurity, SCADA/DCS/PLC integration and disaster recovery planning.
• Manage IT staff, training, and stakeholder communications.
• Ensure governance, documentation and policy compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Strategic thinking

English fluency

Stakeholder management

Team coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology

Master's degree in information technology (advantage)

Tools

VMware

Power BI

ERP systems

Azure

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

The IT amp Digitalization Manager is responsible for leading the plant s information technology infrastructure operational technology OT cybersecurity industrial automation integration and digital transformation initiatives within budgeted costs and timelines The role ensures reliable secure and efficient operation of all IT and digital systems supporting mining crushing grinding flotation filtration tailings management maintenance laboratory security and business operations Develop and execute the plant digitalization roadmap and identify opportunities for process optimization using digital technologies by promoting a data-driven culture across departments

MAIN TASKS DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

IT STRATEGY amp OPERATIONS

Plan organize control and evaluate the Company s IT and electronic data operations

Ensure high availability and reliability of mission-critical systems

Manage IT service providers and external vendors

Analyze technology requirements and develop functional specifications conducting comparative analysis and competitive bidding where necessary

Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in a timely manner

Act in alignment with user needs and system functionality to contribute to organizational policy

Demonstrate the ability to bring the benefits of IT to solve business issues while managing associated costs and risks

Support and integrate OT systems SCADA DCS PLC Process historians Instrument communications

INFRASTRUCTURE amp SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT

Manage the acquisition installation and maintenance of the organization s local area network hardware and software

Implement administer and maintain databases enterprise systems and cloud services

Perform routine preventive maintenance on hardware and software

Manage technology inventory including procurement and disposal

Ensure compliance with all software licensing agreements

Maintain technology documents and certificates including product registrations SSL certificates maintenance agreements and service contracts ensuring they are evaluated updated and processed on time

INFORMATION amp CYBER SECURITY

Ensure the security of data network access and backup systems

Preserve Company assets information security and control structures

Develop and maintain IT OT cybersecurity framework and lead cyber incident response and recovery activities

Ensure the availability continuity and security of data and information pertaining to the organization

Prepare maintain and regularly test a technology disaster recovery plan

Maintain OT network security and system availability and Lead incident response and disaster recovery planning

Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and audits

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION amp ANALYTICS

Develop and execute the digital transformation roadmap aligned with business objectives

Lead implementation of Industry 4 0 technologies including IoT AI Machine Learning Digital Twins and Smart Mining solutions

Establish enterprise data governance and reporting standards

Drive adoption of Power BI Microsoft Fabric and advanced analytics platforms

Identify opportunities to improve plant throughput recovery equipment reliability and energy efficiency through digital technologies

Support predictive maintenance and condition monitoring initiatives

PEOPLE amp STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

Manage IT staff by training and coaching employees communicating job expectations and appraising performance

Assist staff in understanding and using technology conduct regular staff technology presentations and training sessions

Communicate effectively with and understand the needs of non-technical internal clients

GOVERNANCE amp DOCUMENTATION

Maintain the technology policies standards and procedures manual along with related technology checklists

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor s degree in information technology or a related field required

Master s degree in information technology or related field is an added advantage

Certifications Preferred

Relevant professional certification in IT CISSP CISM CAP ITIL Azure Solutions Architect Expert Power BI Data Analyst are desirable

Experience

Minimum 10 years of experience in a similar role is required and 5 years in leadership role

Good knowledge of managing ERP systems

Demonstrated ability to bring the benefits of IT to solve business issues while managing costs and risks

Technical Skills

Computer hardware and software systems and programs

Computer networks network administration and network installation

Computer troubleshooting and technology integration

Excellent experience in VMware network firewall and backup solutions

Skilled at identifying and evaluating new technological developments and gauging their appropriateness for the business

Understanding of existing and emerging technologies and system integration

Business Understanding This position requires a high level of business understanding

Soft Skills

Strong people management skills including training coaching and performance management

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage central Information System resources and applications and coordinate departmental divisional resources and initiatives

Ability to conceptualize launch and deliver multiple IT projects on time and within budget

Strong project management skills planning prioritizing and administering work

Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills