Head of IT

CHAPTR CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a seasoned Head of IT to lead technology functions encompassing infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity. This critical leadership role will drive the development of a secure and scalable IT environment, ensuring alignment with business growth and compliance needs. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in IT leadership, particularly in regulated environments, and will excel in stakeholder engagement and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in IT leadership.
• Hands-on knowledge of enterprise IT infrastructure, software, and security.
• Experience in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and management of enterprise infrastructure.
• Lead development and maintenance of software applications.
• Establish multi-layered IT security frameworks.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

IT Security

System Integration

Performance Optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Computer Science

Job description

Head of IT

About the Role

We are looking for a seasoned and strategic Head of IT to lead our technology function across infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity. This is a critical leadership role responsible for building a secure, reliable, and scalable IT environment to support our business growth and digital initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure

• Oversee the design, implementation, and management of enterprise infrastructure including LAN, servers, wireless networks, and cloud platforms.
• Ensure system reliability, uptime, and performance across all technology layers.

Applications & Databases

• Lead the development, deployment, and maintenance of core software applications and databases.
• Drive system integration, performance optimization, and user experience enhancements.

Cybersecurity

• Establish and maintain robust, multi-layered IT security frameworks (endpoint, network, application, and cloud).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and data protection requirements.

Leadership & Strategy

• Define and execute IT strategies aligned with business priorities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing IT team across multiple domains.
• Manage IT budgets, vendors, and technology roadmaps to ensure operational efficiency and scalability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in IT leadership, covering infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of enterprise IT infrastructure (LAN/server/wireless/cloud), enterprise software, databases, and IT security.
• Experience working in regulated environments with an understanding of compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Background in Insurance, Financial Institutions, or Fintech is strongly preferred.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your resume through this portal or send a copy of your CV (Word document) to [e-mail].

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