Senior Manager Information Technology

About the role

The Senior Manager is responsible for planning, implementing and managing the organization's IT infrastructure, systems and digital initiatives to support operational efficiency, data security and business continuity. The role covers strategy, infrastructure, cybersecurity, project delivery and team leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement IT strategies aligned with business objectives and refinery operational requirements
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Prepare IT budgets, manage costs and optimize technology investments
• Oversee IT infrastructure including servers, networks, data centers, cloud platforms and end-user systems
• Ensure high availability, reliability and performance of mission-critical systems such as ERP, SCADA and production monitoring systems
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity frameworks protecting industrial control systems (ICS) and corporate IT environments
• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability testing and disaster recovery planning; ensure data protection, backup and business continuity plans are tested
• Oversee enterprise applications and support digital transformation initiatives such as automation, data analytics, AI and IoT
• Coordinate with business users on process improvements, manage vendor SLAs and lead IT projects on time, in scope and budget
• Lead, mentor and develop IT team members, define KPIs and run performance evaluations

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field (Master's preferred)
• 10-15 years of progressive IT experience, including at least 3-5 years in a managerial role
• Prior experience in a refinery, oil and gas, energy or heavy industrial sector is preferred

Required skills

• Relevant certifications such as ITIL, PMP, CISSP, CISA, Microsoft, Cisco or SAP are an advantage