Senior IT Strategy Consultant - Remote

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior IT Strategy Consultant for a technology and management consultancy. The role is primarily remote, advising clients across industries on IT strategy, digital transformation, cloud adoption, and cybersecurity, with leadership of engagements and executive workshops.

You will guide IT roadmaps, optimize operations, and ensure delivery of high-value strategic advice while collaborating with senior stakeholders from diverse sectors; strong communication and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in IT, CS, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in IT strategy consulting or related advisory roles.
• Proven track record leading complex IT strategy and digital transformation projects.
• Deep knowledge of cloud, AI/ML, big data, and cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive IT strategies and digital transformation roadmaps for clients.
• Assess clients' current IT infrastructure, capabilities, and alignment with business goals.
• Provide strategic guidance on cloud adoption, data analytics, application modernization, and IT governance.
• Lead client engagements, manage project teams, and ensure delivery of high-quality strategic advice.
• Advise on cybersecurity best practices and strategies to mitigate risks.
• Facilitate workshops and present strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
• Build and maintain relationships with key IT and business stakeholders.

Skills

IT strategy

Digital transformation

Stakeholder management

Cybersecurity strategy

Executive communication

Education

Master's degree

Tools

ITIL

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior IT Strategy Consultant for a technology and management consultancy. The role is primarily remote, advising clients across industries on IT strategy, digital transformation, cloud adoption, and cybersecurity, with leadership of engagements and executive workshops.

You will guide IT roadmaps, optimize operations, and ensure delivery of high-value strategic advice while collaborating with senior stakeholders from diverse sectors; strong communication and