PRIMARY DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

IT Strategy & Planning:

• Develop and implement IT strategies, policies, and procedures that align with Gasmeth's business goals and operational needs.
• Identify opportunities for technology to enhance business processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Conduct cost-effectiveness analyses for new IT projects and investments.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry best practices relevant to the energy sector and overall IT.
• Develop and manage the annual IT budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and optimal resource allocation.

IT Operations & Infrastructure Management:

• Oversee the entire IT infrastructure, including Gasmeth’s networks (LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN), servers, operating systems, databases, cloud solutions, and communication systems (such as voice, video, data).
• Ensure the high availability and continuous operation of all IT systems, applications, and hardware.
• Manage and maintain enterprise software systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, project management tools) crucial for Gasmeth's operations.
• Implement and manage IT disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity (BC) plans to minimize downtime and ensure data integrity and availability.
• Oversee regular security patch management, antivirus and system updates, systems upgrades, sensitive data migrations, preventive and corrective maintenance, and Operational continuity.
• Manage relationships with external IT vendors and service providers, negotiating contracts and ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Ensure Gasmeth's IT asset inventory is accurately maintained, regularly updated.

Cybersecurity & Data Management:

• Design, implement, and comprehensive cybersecurity framework to protect Gasmeth's critical data, intellectual property, and operational technology (OT) systems from threats.
• Conduct regular penetration testing, security audits, vulnerability assessments, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations and industry security standards.
• Implement and manage data backup and recovery procedures.

Team Leadership & Management:

• Lead, mentor, and motivate the IT team, fostering a collaborative, agile and high-performance environment.
• Recruit, train, and appraise IT staff, communicating clear job expectations and providing opportunities for continuous professional growth.
• Delegate tasks effectively and manage project timelines and resources.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the IT team and other departments as needed.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and establish KPIs to measure team effectiveness and individual contributions.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with other departments to align IT initiatives with business goals.

Project Management:

• Plan, execute, and oversee IT projects, from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet defined business objectives.
• Coordinate IT resources and timetables with user departments and external stakeholders.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Support:

• Collaborate closely with all departments (e.g., engineering, operations, finance, HR) to understand their technology needs and provide effective IT solutions.
• Act as the primary point of contact for IT-related issues and inquiries.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical staff and senior management.
• Facilitate user training sessions and create knowledge base articles to improve digital literacy and system adoption.
• Gather and analyze user feedback to keep continuous improvement of IT services and systems.
• Participate in strategic planning meetings to ensure IT initiatives support organizational goals.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field.
• A Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Information Systems, Business Administration) is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in Information Technology, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Proven experience in managing complex IT infrastructure and systems, preferably in an industrial, energy, or similar operational environment.
• Demonstrated experience in successful IT project management and implementation.
• Experience with cybersecurity best practices and disaster recovery planning.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of computer networks (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls, switches, routers), network administration, and installation.
• Proficiency in various operating systems (Windows Server, Linux) and virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware).
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and management.
• Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., SQL)
• Ability to setup and maintain multi-site VC systems
• Understanding of industrial control systems (ICS) and operational technology (OT) environments is a significant advantage.
• Expert in Microsoft Office Suite, especially 365 and other relevant business applications.
• Knowledge of network monitoring tools (such as Cacti, Grafana).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent leadership, team management, and mentoring skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on strategic solutions.
• Exceptional communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• High level of integrity and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and security.

Adaptability and a proactive approach to addressing technological challenges and opportunities.

interested candidates can apply to this Email: info@gasmeth.com