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Deputy Director Corporate IT, NSCC Technical Operations

Salary undisclosed


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Job duties and responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning and Execution:

a) Assist in Developing IT Strategy:
  • Collaborate with the Director Technology Operations to formulate and implement long-term IT strategies that support business objectives.
  • Identify opportunities for technological advancements and innovation within the organization.

b) Align IT Initiatives with Business Goals:
  • Ensure that IT projects and initiatives are aligned with the company's overall goals and objectives.
  • Participate in strategic planning meetings and provide input on how IT can support business growth and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with the Director Technology Operations to develop and implement strategic plans for HPC administration, aligning with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Provide leadership and direction to the HPC administration team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

2. Project Management:
  • Oversee IT projects from initiation to completion, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business needs and priorities.
  • Monitor project progress, identify issues or bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.

3. Corporate IT Integration and IT Automation:
  • Develop and implement policies, procedures, and standards for Corporate IT administration that align with A*STAR IT policies and best practices.
  • Lead the identification, evaluation, and implementation of IT automation opportunities.
  • Oversee the deployment of automation tools and technologies to streamline IT operations, reduce manual tasks, and improve efficiency.
  • Ensure that automation initiatives are scalable, secure, and integrated with existing systems.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive digital transformation strategy aligned with the organization's goals.

4. Security and Compliance:
  • To Collaborate with NSCC Cyber Team to develop and enforce security policies and procedures to protect HPC and IT systems, data, and resources from unauthorized access, breaches, and cyber threats.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and industry best practices related to data security and privacy.

5. Vendor Management and Procurement:
  • Collaborate with vendors to procure HPC hardware, software, and services, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effectiveness and value for money.
  • Evaluate new technologies, products, and solutions to enhance the performance, efficiency, and reliability of HPC infrastructure.
  • Manage NSCC IT Asset and Inventory.

6. Performance Monitoring and Optimization:
  • Analyze performance data, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to improve system efficiency and throughout.

7. Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity:
  • Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and procedures to ensure the resilience and availability of HPC systems in the event of disruptions or disasters.
  • Conduct regular backup and recovery tests and implement safeguards to minimize downtime and data loss.

8. Continuous Improvement and Innovation:
  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in HPC administration, and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
  • Lead initiatives to enhance the capabilities, performance, and efficiency of HPC systems, driving innovation and delivering value to the organization.

Job Requirements:
  • Background in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant ICT experience, including minimum 4 years' experience in leading ICT application projects and managing project teams.
  • Proven leadership skills including strong people management skills, stakeholder engagement skills and vendor management skills.
  • Strong analytical, conceptualisation, problem solving and project management skills.
  • Excellent written, verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
  • Motivated by innovation to achieve business goals and customer satisfaction.