Associate Director of Information Technology
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About the Role
Saudi Motorsport Company seeks an IT Associate Director to lead technology strategy and infrastructure for world-class motorsports events. The role involves overseeing IT roadmap, budget, team, cybersecurity, and event-tech operations.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive IT roadmap aligned with SMC’s business goals and Vision 2030
- Oversee the corporate IT budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation, cost efficiency, and maximum ROI
- Lead, mentor, and scale a high performing IT team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
- Direct the design, deployment, and management of robust corporate infrastructure, cloud environments, and enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, HRIS)
- Collaborate with event production teams to design and deliver cutting edge technology solutions for international motorsport events
- Manage vendor and partner relationships, ensuring strict adherence to SLAs and procurement standards
- Establish and enforce rigorous cybersecurity policies, frameworks, and disaster recovery plans
- Ensure full compliance with national data privacy regulations (NCA standards) and international IT best practices
- Conduct regular IT audits and risk assessments to proactively address system vulnerabilities
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 8–10+ years of progressive experience in IT management, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
- Experience managing technology for large scale events, sports entertainment, or mega projects in Saudi Arabia is highly preferred
- Proven track record in managing cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure), enterprise ERP systems, and modern cybersecurity architectures
- Native or professional fluency in English and Arabic
- Advanced professional certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP, CISM, CISSP, TOGAF) are highly desirable
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Role Objective
- Lead strategic planning, development, implementation, and maintenance of SMC’s technology infrastructure and digital ecosystem
- Align IT strategies with ambitious business objectives, oversee complex event tech operations, and ensure robust cybersecurity, cloud management, and enterprise system integrity
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive IT roadmap aligned with SMC’s business goals and national digital transformation initiatives (Vision 2030)
- Oversee the corporate IT budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation, cost efficiency, and maximum ROI on technology investments
- Lead, mentor, and scale a high performing IT team, fostering a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous improvement
- Direct the design, deployment, and management of robust corporate infrastructure, cloud environments, and enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, HRIS)
- Collaborate with event production teams to design and deliver cutting edge technology solutions required for international motorsport events
- Manage vendor and partner relationships, ensuring strict adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and procurement standards
- Establish and enforce rigorous cybersecurity policies, frameworks, and disaster recovery plans to safeguard corporate and event data
- Ensure full compliance with national data privacy regulations (NCA standards) and international IT best practices
- Conduct regular IT audits and risk assessments to proactively address system vulnerabilities
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- Advanced professional certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP, CISM, CISSP, TOGAF) are highly desirable
- 8–10+ years of progressive experience in IT management, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
- Experience managing technology for large scale events, sports entertainment, or mega projects in Saudi Arabia is highly preferred
- Proven track record in managing cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure), enterprise ERP systems, and modern cybersecurity architectures
- Strong executive presence with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non technical stakeholders
- Native or professional fluency in English and Arabic is essential
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