Cloud Computing Center Of Excellence Director📣 Job Ad

About the Role

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) is seeking a Cloud Computing Center of Excellence (CCoE) Director to lead the strategic direction and implementation of cloud initiatives across the organization. This role is responsible for establishing best practices, governance, and frameworks to maximize the benefits of cloud technologies while ensuring compliance with security standards and organizational policies. The CCoE Director will collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate the adoption and integration of cloud solutions, aligning them with ZATCA's business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of the IT Planning and Management business plan, ensuring alignment with ZATCA's strategic goals.
• Investigate and propose initiatives that positively impact Cloud Computing operations financially and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Define ZATCA's IT & Digitization services offerings to empower business users with necessary operational capabilities, ensuring continuous maintenance and timely updates.
• Develop the ZATCA IT & Digitization service catalog in cooperation with business users and relevant IT functions and stakeholders.
• Oversee the development of the Cloud Computing CoE portfolio, ensuring the fulfillment of business requirements and customer needs.
• Participate in the identification and recruitment of key talent to build a high-performing team.
• Guide, mentor, and support direct reports to ensure they execute their duties in accordance with established policies and processes.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or an equivalent qualification is required.
• A Master's degree in Information Technology Management, Computer Science, Business Administration, or an equivalent field is preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a managerial level role is required.

Required Skills

• Cloud Computing
• IT Planning and Management
• Business Plan Development
• Financial Impact Analysis
• Risk Mitigation
• IT & Digitization Services
• Service Catalog Development
• Portfolio Management
• Talent Recruitment
• Mentoring
• Proficient Collaboration and Communication
• Proficient Customer Focus
• Proficient Team Development
• Proficient Enablement of Change and Innovation
• Proficient Leading by Example
• Proficient Operational Excellence
• Proficient Professionalism
• Proficient Results Orientation
• Developing Strategic Thinking

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority.