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Chief Information Officer

Cairo, Egypt
Posted 3 years ago
354Applicants for1 open position
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Role Summary:

  • Lead the entire IT team and build efficient IT structure for scalable Payment Technology Company
  • Build and manage the entire IT infrastructure to ensure deploying the state-of-the-art technological solutions  
  • Build agile, structured, robust system development capabilities
  • Ensure effective fulfillment of the company technical SLA attributes to its customers
  • Apply global security standard and ensure the highest level of security among the entire infrastructure
  • Drive development innovation and create incubation platform
  • Manage annual IT budget efficiently with clear measurable ROI.

Accountabilities

  • Build the-state-of-the-art, robust, scalable technological solutions suites the company evolvement from start-up till it becomes a key regional player
  • Measure and monitor system performance according to the global standards
  • Plan for system capacity and system expansion efficiently  
  • Timely deployment and delivery of new solutions as per agreed business plan
  • Achieve global standard of cybersecurity rating, certify the company infrastructure by one of the global standard e.g. ISO/IEC270, and ensure PCI compliance of all Payment solutions
  • Ensure timely compliance with the system releases of the relevant payment schemes
  • Manage and select system vendors and technological partners efficiently
  • Promote the company as a source of innovative payment solution and build an innovation incubator platform
  • Inspire IT team, and create a high IT performance culture with the aim of positioning the company as the most attractive payment technology company for talented IT in the market.

Job Requirements

Educational & Experience Requirements:

  • Bachelor degree in Information Technology/computer science, or equivalent degree, preferably MBA or post-graduation studies in Information Technology
  • Minimum of 15 years experience in IT with wide range exposure of various IT roles and responsibilities, preferably worked for multinational firms
  • Managing IT teams for a minimum of 5 years
  • Experienced in IT budgeting and strategic planning
  • Knowledgeable of technological payment solutions.

Competencies:

  • People management skills with a record of inspiring and motivating people
  • Fluent English communicator
  • Innovative and expert in change management.
  • Vendors management skills
  • Team player can fit in metrics organizations and efficiently deal with cross-functional peers
  • Can manage tough situations and take efficient decisions in complex environments.

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