Head of IT

Bachy Soletanche Singapore


Date: 14 hours ago
City: Davao
Contract type: Full time
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Roles & Responsibilities

About The Division/Dept

The Information Technology Division is an enabler for the Business Growth and strategy and has 3 pillars - Cybersecurity, Infrastructure and Application.

Job Purpose

As the Head of IT, you will lead the IT function in providing strategic directions, solutions and policies. You will put in place a secure, high-performing and future-ready technology environment that support UOI’s business goals. This role combines strategic leadership, disciplined delivery, and hands-on technical oversight to drive robust governance, cross-functional integration, and execution excellence across a complex, and rapidly evolving business landscape. The scope encompasses IT Infrastructure, cybersecurity, and technology applications and solutions.

Core Competencies

  • Technology Strategy & Execution
  • Digital Transformation & Cloud Migration
  • Cybersecurity Strategy & Governance
  • Core Systems Modernization
  • API-Led Architecture & Microservices
  • Infrastructure Management (Windows/Linux, Nutanix)
  • Internal & External Audit Compliance
  • AI & Data Governance Initiatives
  • DevOps & RPA Enablement
  • Vendor & Budget Management (P&L > $5M)
  • Risk & Compliance Collaboration
  • Executive Stakeholder Engagement

Main Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Transformation

  • Define and execute the enterprise technology roadmap aligned with UOI’s business strategy.
  • Lead digital transformation initiatives including complex API ecosystem implementations.
  • Drive AI and data-driven innovation across the organization.
  • Lead the Technology Division which includes application, infrastructure and Cyber
  • Chair and drive the Technology Steering Committee and other committees

Technology Operations

  • Oversee the management of on-premises Windows and Linux server environments.
  • Ensure high availability, performance, and security of all IT systems and infrastructure.
  • Lead internal and external IT audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory and cybersecurity standards.
  • Manage inventories such as laptops, servers, switches etc

Financial & Vendor Management

  • Manage technology P&L with accountability for budgets exceeding USD $5 million.
  • Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiation, and performance management.

Solution Architecture

  • Lead enterprise-wide transformation initiatives across applications, infrastructure, and cloud migration.
  • Architect and implement API-led systems, microservices layers, and DevOps capabilities.
  • Drive the roadmap for Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and future-state automation.

Cybersecurity & Risk

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and roadmap.
  • Collaborate closely with Risk and Compliance teams to ensure governance and regulatory alignment.

Collaboration & Governance

  • Partner closely with business units to identify and implement technology solutions that drive operational efficiency and customer value.
  • Collaborate with Risk and Compliance teams to ensure alignment with regulatory and governance frameworks.
  • Lead data governance initiatives and ensure data quality, privacy, and compliance.

AI & Data Initiatives

  • Lead enterprise AI initiatives to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
  • Drive data governance, data quality, and analytics programs across the organization.

Team Leadership & Culture

  • Mentor and lead a high-performing technology team across engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous improvement.
  • Build and scale DevOps practices to support agile development and deployment.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Collaborate with business leaders to identify and implement technology solutions that drive value.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive leadership on technology trends and opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in technology leadership roles, preferably in insurance or financial services.
  • Proven experience in:
    • Leading large-scale digital transformation programs.
    • Managing cross-functional teams and external vendors.
    • Implementing enterprise APIs and modernizing legacy systems.
    • Developing and executing cybersecurity strategies and roadmaps.
    • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
    • AWS / Azure Cloud Architect Certification

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