Chief Technology & Digital Transformation Officer

SSC HR Solutions; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR solutions provider in Saudi Arabia seeks a Chief Technology & Digital Transformation Officer to drive enterprise-wide technology and digital transformation strategy. This role will integrate IT, digital platforms, and emerging technologies to enable business growth and innovation. The ideal candidate will have 15-25 years of progressive leadership experience and a proven track record in large-scale digital transformation. A competitive salary of 70-90K is offered, with bilingual candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• 15–25 years of progressive leadership in Technology, Digital Transformation, or IT.
• Proven track record as CIO, CDTO, CTO, or equivalent at enterprise or group level.
• Demonstrated leadership of large-scale ERP, cloud, data, cybersecurity, and digital transformation programs.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the 3–5 year Technology & Digital Transformation Roadmap.
• Drive end-to-end digital transformation across core value chains.
• Own enterprise architecture, applications landscape, and cloud strategy.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Technical expertise in AI

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field

Master’s degree (MBA, MSc) preferred

Professional certifications (CIO, TOGAF, PMP, ITIL, CISSP, CISM, Cloud Architect) are an advantage

Job description

Overview

Role Purpose: The Chief Technology & Digital Transformation Officer (CTDTO) is responsible for defining and executing the enterprise-wide technology and digital transformation strategy to enable business growth, operational excellence, innovation, cyber resilience, and long-term competitiveness. The role integrates IT, digital platforms, data, automation, AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies into a coherent transformation agenda aligned with corporate strategy, value creation, and shareholder expectations.

Key Accountabilities

1. Enterprise Technology & Digital Strategy – Define and own the 3–5 year Technology & Digital Transformation Roadmap aligned with corporate and business strategies. Translate business objectives into scalable digital platforms, architectures, and capability roadmaps. Lead modernization of legacy systems and transition to cloud, data-driven, and AI-enabled operating models.
2. Digital Transformation & Innovation – Drive end-to-end digital transformation across core value chains (manufacturing, supply chain, sales, customer experience, finance, HR, governance). Establish innovation frameworks, digital labs, and partnerships with technology providers, startups, and universities. Sponsor automation, Industry 4.0, IoT, advanced analytics, and smart operations initiatives.
3. IT & Enterprise Architecture – Own enterprise architecture, applications landscape, infrastructure, cloud strategy, and integration platforms. Ensure interoperability, scalability, performance, and business continuity across all systems. Lead ERP, CRM, WMS, MES, PLM, BI, and core platform strategy and governance.
4. Cybersecurity & Technology Risk – Establish and oversee enterprise cybersecurity, data privacy, and resilience frameworks. Ensure compliance with regulatory, governance, and IPO-readiness requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, NCA, PDPL, SOX-ITGC, CMA/SEC expectations). Lead disaster recovery, business continuity, and crisis response readiness.
5. Data, Analytics & AI – Build a unified data strategy (governance, quality, master data, analytics, AI/ML, decision intelligence). Enable real-time executive dashboards, predictive analytics, and AI-driven decision support. Ensure ethical, secure, and compliant use of AI and advanced analytics.
6. Technology Governance & Investment – Chair the Technology Investment Committee and Digital Portfolio Review. Prioritize initiatives based on business value, ROI, risk, and strategic alignment. Manage technology budgets, vendors, contracts, and sourcing strategies.
7. Organization & Talent – Build and lead a high-performing technology and digital organization (IT, Digital, Data, Cyber, PMO, Architecture). Develop future-ready digital skills, leadership pipelines, and succession plans. Embed agile, product-oriented, and value-delivery operating models.
8. Board & Executive Advisory – Act as strategic advisor to the CEO and Board on technology trends, digital risks, and competitive disruption. Present digital transformation progress, investment cases, and risk dashboards to the Board and Audit/Risk Committees.

Key Deliverables

• Group Digital & Technology Strategy and 3-year Roadmap
• Enterprise Architecture Blueprint
• Cybersecurity & Data Governance Framework
• Digital Transformation Portfolio (business cases, ROI, milestones)
• Industry 4.0 / Smart Factory Program
• AI & Advanced Analytics Enablement Program
• IT Operating Model & Talent Strategy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Master’s degree (MBA, MSc, or equivalent) preferred.
• Professional certifications (CIO, TOGAF, PMP, ITIL, CISSP, CISM, Cloud Architect) are an advantage.

Experience

• 15–25 years of progressive leadership in Technology, Digital Transformation, or IT.
• Proven track record as CIO, CDTO, CTO, or equivalent at enterprise or group level.
• Demonstrated leadership of large-scale ERP, cloud, data, cybersecurity, and digital transformation programs.
• Experience in regulated, IPO-ready, or publicly listed environments preferred.
• Exposure to industrial, manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, or complex multi-business groups is a strong advantage.

Core Competencies

• Strategic – Enterprise digital strategy; Technology-enabled business transformation; Board-level governance and risk oversight
• Leadership – Visionary, change-driven, and execution-oriented; Ability to align business, technology, and culture; Strong stakeholder influence at CEO and Board level
• Technical – Cloud, cybersecurity, data platforms, AI, ERP, Industry 4.0; Enterprise architecture and integration; Digital operating models and agile delivery
• Personal Attributes – High integrity and governance mindset; Commercial and value-creation orientation; Systems thinker with strong execution discipline; Change leader with the ability to mobilize large organizations

Total Package

70-90K max.; Any nationality; Bilingual is preferred