Chief Technology Officer
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Role Overview
Senior technology leadership role focused on IT governance, technology risk management, cybersecurity, architecture, compliance, and enterprise technology strategy.
The role will drive technology transformation and evaluate emerging technologies to support business growth and innovation.
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Métier - Strategic HR Solutions is hiring a Chief Technology Officer for one of its leading insurance clients in the UAE.
Role Overview
Senior technology leadership role focused on IT governance, technology risk management, cybersecurity, architecture, compliance, and enterprise technology strategy.
The role will drive technology transformation and evaluate emerging technologies to support business growth and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead development and implementation of the enterprise technology roadmap aligned with business strategy.
- Identify and evaluate risks across application, network, infrastructure, and technology architectures.
- Analyze system designs, integrations, and configurations to identify security and operational vulnerabilities.
- Assess compliance with applicable regulatory, security, and industry standards, including ISO, ITGC, and ADHICS V2.
- Develop and prioritize mitigation strategies and corrective action plans for identified risks.
- Strengthen IT governance, risk management, cybersecurity, and internal control frameworks.
- Prepare technology risk assessment reports and communicate findings and recommendations to senior management.
- Support internal and external IT audits, including audit planning, evidence preparation, and continuous audit readiness.
- Guide enterprise architecture decisions and establish appropriate technical standards.
- Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI, machine learning, and blockchain, to support innovation and efficiency.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- At least 15 years of experience in IT risk management, technology, audit, consulting, or related areas.
- Strong experience in IT governance, cybersecurity, technology risk, and enterprise architecture.
- Strong knowledge of ISO, ITGC, and ADHICS V2 frameworks and standards.
- Experience developing technology strategies and enterprise technology roadmaps.
Additional Requirements
- Strong understanding of software development, cybersecurity, system architecture, and data and analytics.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Ability to work effectively with senior management and cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of emerging technologies and their practical business applications.
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