Head of Technology (IT/OT Systems) at PowerGen Renewable Energy

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

•  Develop and execute the IT/OT strategy in alignment with the company's goals and objectives.
• Lead the consolidation of data from CRM, OEM SCADA, meter vendors, ERP systems, Jubi, and other sources into a single source of truth.

 IT/OT Strategy Development and Implementation:

• Define and execute a comprehensive IT/OT strategy aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Develop the technology roadmap, identify technology investments, and ensure alignment with industry best practices

 Data Integration and Management:

• Oversee the consolidation of data from diverse sources into a unified data warehouse.
• Implement robust data quality checks and governance processes to ensure data accuracy and availability

 Systems Architecture and Design:

• Lead the design and implementation of IT and OT system architectures, including network infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data warehouse

Technology Infrastructure Management:

• Manage and optimize the company's IT and OT infrastructure, including hardware, software, metering, SCADA and network systems.
• Ensure the availability and reliability of systems to support business operation

Cybersecurity and Compliance:

• Develop and implement a robust cybersecurity strategy to protect the company's IT and OT systems from cyber threats.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations for IT and OT

Software Development and Maintenance:

• Oversee the development, maintenance, and support of the company's in-house software "Amini ".
• Ensure alignment with business requirements and efficient operations

Project Management:

• Plan, execute, and monitor IT/OT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project implementation and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT/OT projects.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of IT and OT professionals, creating a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Set performance goals, conduct regular performance reviews, and hold team accountable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the management of IT/OT systems and/or software projects
• Prior experience with  IT and OT systems, including SCADA, metering systems, ERP systems, and CRM platforms.
• Proven experience in data consolidation, data quality management, and data governance.
• Hands-on experience in resolving metering systems/SCADA/ software-related issues.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in the renewable energy sector is a plus