Chief Information Officer

The Barton Partnership; Singapore; On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the energy sector is seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to spearhead their technology vision and IT integration strategy. This pivotal role focuses on transforming a fragmented IT landscape into a cohesive platform, driving digital innovation, and enhancing operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in private equity-backed environments, demonstrating a strong track record in post-merger integrations and IT harmonization. Join a forward-thinking company and lead the charge in building a scalable technology foundation that supports aggressive growth and maximizes value creation.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of experience in senior IT roles, ideally in private equity.
• Proven success in leading IT harmonization and post-merger integrations.

Responsibilities

• Drive IT strategy to align with business growth and innovation.
• Lead IT M&A efforts and ensure seamless integration of systems.
• Build a scalable IT infrastructure to support rapid expansion.

Skills

IT Strategy Development

Cybersecurity Framework Implementation

Stakeholder Management

Post-Merger Integration

Cloud Infrastructure Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP Systems

CRM Systems

Asset Management Tools

Job description

This private equity–backed energy company is executing a roll-up strategy and seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead the technology vision and IT integration strategy. This role is critical in transforming a fragmented IT landscape into a unified, future-ready platform capable of supporting aggressive growth and maximizing value creation.

The incumbent will be responsible for building a scalable technology foundation to support rapid M&A activity, harmonize systems across acquired entities, and drive digital innovation that enhances operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the overall IT strategy in alignment with business growth and private equity goals, positioning technology as a key enabler of innovation and scalability while advising executive leadership on digital transformation.
• Lead IT M&A efforts, due diligence and post-acquisition integration, ensuring standardization, risk mitigation, and seamless unification of systems to maximize deal synergies and operational efficiency.
• Develop and maintain a secure, scalable, and unified IT infrastructure across all sites, optimizing systems, service delivery, and vendor management to support rapid expansion.
• Implement a robust cybersecurity framework to protect infrastructure and data, ensuring regulatory compliance and proactive risk mitigation.
• Build and lead a results-driven IT team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement to support organizational growth.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline
• A minimum of 18 years experience as a CIO or senior IT executive, ideally in private equity–backed and / or labour-intensive businesses
• Demonstrated success leading post-merger integrations and IT harmonization in a fast-paced, acquisitive company.
• Strong understanding of enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, asset management, etc.), cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex technology strategies to non-technical audiences, including investors and board members.