Job Description

We are supporting a critical leadership hire and looking for a strategic IT Director to shape and drive technology operations within a complex charter aviation environment.
Role Purpose
As IT Director, you will lead the technology vision, governance, and execution that supports safe, secure, and efficient aviation operations. This role encompasses IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, digital transformation, and data governanceensuring reliability, innovation, and full regulatory alignment.
Core Responsibilities

• Build, own and execute the IT strategy aligned with aviation and organisational business goals.
• Lead the digital transformation roadmap focused on operational efficiency and customer experience.
• Oversee IT infrastructure, networks, data centres, cloud operations and mission-critical system availability.
• Establish and enforce strong IT governance, cybersecurity and data protection frameworks in line with global regulatory standards.
• Manage enterprise-wide applications and integrations including ERP, aviation systems, business intelligence and cross-functional technology alignment.
• Own vendor and partner performance, contracts and service agreements to maintain cost-efficiency and service quality.

Lead audit readiness, IT compliance reviews and risk assessments. * Maintain performance of internal technical teams and ensure SLA and service benchmarks are met.

• Foster a culture of professionalism, innovation, accountability and cross-department collaboration.
• Perform additional duties when needed to support business, client or customer requirements.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• 1215+ years of IT experience, including at least 7+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline.

Masters degree (MBA or MIS) preferred.
Certifications such as:
ITIL,
CISSP, * PMP or equivalent cloud & security accreditations are advantageous.

• Extensive exposure to enterprise architecture, cybersecurity frameworks, ERP platforms, cloud environments, governance models (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR), and large-scale IT project delivery.
• Strong financial, resource, planning and stakeholder management capability.

Excellent written and verbal communication.
Aviation sector experience and GCC regional exposure preferred.
High attention to detail with a drive to scale capability and innovate.
KPI Focus Areas
IT system performance and enhancement.
Cybersecurity compliance and incident response effectiveness.
Audit readiness and regulatory alignment.
Vendor performance (quality, reliability, cost and responsiveness).
Infrastructure reliability and business continuity success.
SLA adherence, internal service quality and stakeholder satisfaction.
Location & Working Environment
Role based within the UAE aviation operations hub. * Regular collaboration with global partners, suppliers and regional aviation authorities.
Who This Role Is For
A seasoned technology leader who thrives in operationally-critical industries, enjoys building scalable governance and infrastructure, and wants to deliver meaningful, performance-based impact in aviation IT.

Skills Required