Executive: Information Technology - Aic

Absa Bank Limited

Hybrid
Enterprise cybersecurity strategy
Digital transformation programmes
It infrastructure and operations
This is a rare and compelling opportunity for a senior technology executive to take ownership of the entire IT function of a large, complex national insurer

Job Summary

  • This is a rare and compelling opportunity for a senior technology executive to take ownership of the entire IT function of a large, complex national insurer.
  • The Executive: Information Technology will have regular exposure to the Board of Directors and be expected to communicate technology strategy clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences at senior levels.
  • Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing IT organisation of 100+ professionals, spanning engineering, operations, architecture and data.

Matching Summary

This is a rare and compelling opportunity for a senior technology executive to take ownership of the entire IT function of a large, complex national insurer.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • enterprise cybersecurity strategy
  • digital transformation programmes
  • IT infrastructure and operations
  • cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
  • large, geographically distributed IT teams

Nice-to-have

  • strategic thinking and actionable roadmaps
  • collaborative leadership style
  • resilient, decisive and calm under pressure
  • passionate advocate for technology-enabled outcomes
  • strong understanding of insurance sector regulatory

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 15 years' progressive experience in senior IT leadership
  • at least 5 years at an Executive level
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
  • Experience presenting to and influencing at Board level

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