Global IT Director

Global IT Director📍 Location: United Arab Emirates (UAE) 🏡 Work Arrangement: On-site / Hybrid 🕒 Employment Type: Full-time 🎯 Experience Level: Senior / DirectorAbout the RoleWe are looking for an experienced, strategic, and business-focused Global IT Director to lead the company's global information technology function and support the organization's continued growth.The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing the global IT strategy, overseeing IT infrastructure and enterprise systems, strengthening cybersecurity and IT governance, improving technology operations, and leading global IT teams and initiatives.The role will work closely with the CEO, senior leadership, business functions, and regional teams to ensure that technology effectively supports business objectives, operational efficiency, security, and long-term growth.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute the company's global IT strategy in alignment with business objectives.Lead the global IT function across infrastructure, systems, applications, service delivery, cybersecurity, and IT operations.Establish IT roadmaps, priorities, budgets, KPIs, and performance standards.Oversee global IT infrastructure, networks, cloud environments, servers, devices, and connectivity.Ensure reliable, secure, and scalable IT services across offices, business units, and regions.Lead the implementation, optimization, and governance of enterprise applications and business systems.Oversee ERP, CRM, HRIS, collaboration platforms, and other critical enterprise technology systems.Develop and maintain IT governance, policies, standards, procedures, and controls.Lead cybersecurity strategy, information-security programs, and technology risk management.Work with security teams and external specialists to identify and mitigate cyber and technology risks.Ensure appropriate data protection, access control, backup, disaster recovery, and business-continuity measures.Lead global IT transformation, modernization, automation, and digitalization initiatives.Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their potential value to the business.Develop technology investment proposals and support IT-related business cases.Manage global IT budgets, technology spending, vendors, contracts, and service providers.Negotiate and manage strategic relationships with technology vendors and partners.Monitor IT service performance, availability, support quality, and user satisfaction.Establish effective IT service-management processes and continuously improve operational efficiency.Oversee helpdesk, technical support, infrastructure, and IT service delivery functions.Establish appropriate IT disaster-recovery and business-continuity plans.Ensure technology systems and services comply with applicable regulations and company requirements.Work closely with Finance, HR, Operations, Legal, Security, and other departments on technology initiatives.Support business expansion into new countries, offices, and markets from an IT perspective.Standardize technology platforms, processes, and security practices across global locations where appropriate.Lead, mentor, and develop regional IT managers, technical teams, and technology professionals.Build a high-performing, service-oriented, and accountable global IT organization.Establish clear career development, performance-management, and succession plans for IT teams.Communicate IT strategy, budgets, risks, performance, and major initiatives to senior leadership.Provide recommendations to executives regarding technology investments, risks, and business opportunities.Ensure IT operations remain aligned with changing business requirements and organizational growth.What We're Looking ForStrong global IT leadership and strategic technology-management capabilities.Proven experience managing enterprise IT environments across multiple locations or regions.Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud computing, enterprise applications, networking, cybersecurity, and IT operations.Strong knowledge of IT governance, risk management, service management, and business continuity.Excellent strategic planning and project-management skills.Strong understanding of ERP, CRM, HRIS, and other enterprise systems.Excellent vendor-management and commercial-negotiation skills.Strong budgeting and technology cost-management experience.Excellent stakeholder-management and communication skills.Ability to translate business requirements into practical technology strategies.Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development capabilities.Ability to manage complex, multi-country technology initiatives.Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural, and international environment.High level of integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and professionalism.Strong English communication and presentation skills.Arabic language skills are an advantage.UAE / GCC experience is highly desirable.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.Master's degree or MBA is an advantage.Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, ITIL, PMP, TOGAF, or equivalent are an advantage depending on the role.Typically 10+ years of progressive IT experience, including significant senior leadership responsibility.Previous experience as a Global IT Director, IT Director, Regional IT Director, Head of IT, CIO, or equivalent senior technology-management position is preferred.Proven experience leading enterprise IT operations across multiple countries, offices, or business units.Strong experience managing IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, enterprise applications, cybersecurity, and technology operations.Experience managing significant IT budgets and external technology vendors.Experience leading large-scale IT transformation, ERP implementation, cloud migration, or technology-modernization programs.Experience developing and implementing IT governance and cybersecurity frameworks.Experience working with C-level executives, senior management, and international stakeholders.UAE / GCC or international IT leadership experience is strongly preferred.What We OfferSenior global IT leadership opportunity in the UAEOn-site / Hybrid working flexibilityCompetitive executive-level compensation packageOpportunity to shape and execute global IT strategyDirect interaction with senior leadership and business stakeholdersOpportunity to lead global technology transformation initiativesExposure to UAE, GCC, and international business operationsOpportunity to build and develop a global IT organizationProfessional and leadership development opportunitiesDirect contribution to technology efficiency, security, and business growthHow to ApplyInterested candidates are invited to submit their CV, including their global or regional IT leadership experience, countries or locations managed, team size, IT budgets, major technology projects, ERP/CRM implementations, cloud migration experience, cybersecurity initiatives, vendor-management experience, and measurable business or technology achievements.Candidates are encouraged to highlight experience in enterprise IT, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, ERP, digital transformation, IT governance, disaster recovery, and multi-country technology operations where relevant.We welcome applications from Global IT Directors, IT Directors, Regional IT Directors, Heads of IT, CIOs, IT Operations Directors, Enterprise Technology Directors, and senior IT leaders with a proven track record of managing global technology environments and supporting business growth.