Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Saudi Nationals Only
Robert Walters
Date: 8 hours ago
City: Riyadh
Salary:
SAR 50,000
-
SAR 70,000
per month
Contract type: Full time
A well-established education group in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to provide strategic technology leadership across both higher education and K-12 environments in Riyadh.
Reporting to senior leadership and the Board, the CTO will be responsible for defining and executing enterprise-wide IT strategy, leading digital transformation initiatives, and ensuring secure, scalable, and future-ready technology platforms that support teaching, learning, and operations, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver a comprehensive IT and digital transformation strategy
- Lead the selection, implementation, and integration of SIS, LMS, CRM, and ERP systems
- Define enterprise architecture and drive a cloud-first approach
- Oversee cybersecurity, data governance, and regulatory compliance
- Ensure reliable IT operations, service management, and business continuity
- Build, lead, and develop high-performing technology teams
- Partner with academic leaders, administrators, and external stakeholders
Candidate Profile
- Must be a Saudi National
- 15+ years of IT experience, including senior leadership roles (CTO, CIO, IT Director)
- Strong background within the education sector
- Proven expertise in enterprise architecture, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and data governance
- Track record of delivering large-scale digital transformation programmes
- Experience in Saudi Arabia or the wider Middle East preferred
- Fluent in English; Arabic language skills highly advantageous
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