Global IT & Digital Transformation Leader

Swan Global Holdings Group

Doha

On-site

QAR 360,000 - 600,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Swan Global Holdings Group seeks an experienced IT & Digital Transformation Manager to lead technology operations and drive digital initiatives across international offices. You will develop and execute IT strategy, manage enterprise infrastructure, strengthen cybersecurity, and implement innovative digital solutions, leveraging AI, automation, and smart construction platforms.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver operational excellence

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
8–15 years of progressive IT experience.
Minimum 5 years in an IT leadership or management role.
Experience supporting multi-site or international business operations.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud technologies.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 administration.
Strong networking, infrastructure, and systems administration expertise.
Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
Experience implementing and supporting ERP systems.
Excellent project management, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the Group's IT strategy aligned with business objectives.
Lead enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives across all business units.
Develop annual IT budgets, technology roadmaps, and investment plans.
Evaluate emerging technologies to improve operational efficiency and business performance.
Manage corporate IT infrastructure including servers, networks, cloud environments, telecommunications, and end-user computing.
Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of all critical business systems.
Standardize IT infrastructure across international offices and project sites.
Oversee backup solutions, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity programs.
Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity policies and security frameworks.
Manage endpoint protection, firewalls, identity and access management, and network security.
Coordinate penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and remediation activities.
Lead cyber incident response and recovery efforts.
Conduct cybersecurity awareness and end-user training programs.
Manage and optimize enterprise business applications including: Microsoft 365, ERP Systems, DMS, CRM Platforms, BI Solutions, Construction PM Software.
Ensure seamless integration, performance, and user adoption across business systems.
Support implementation and integration of BIM, digital project controls, mobile field reporting, drone/Reality capture, IoT and smart construction solutions, digital QA/QC systems.
Collaborate with engineering and project teams to improve digital project delivery.
Identify and implement AI-driven solutions to improve business processes.
Lead initiatives involving document automation, knowledge management, proposal generation, contract analysis, predictive reporting, AI assistants, workflow automation.
Promote innovation through emerging technologies and intelligent automation.
Manage relationships with external IT vendors and service providers.
Negotiate software licensing, hardware procurement, and support contracts.
Monitor vendor performance and SLAs.
Evaluate and recommend new technology solutions.
Develop and maintain IT governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection regulations.
Maintain software licensing compliance and technology documentation.
Support ISO 27001 and other relevant compliance initiatives.
Lead, mentor, and develop the internal IT team.
Coordinate external consultants and technology partners.
Foster a high-performance, service-oriented technology culture.
Support continuous learning and professional development within the IT function.