Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field Minimum of 10 Years of progressive IT experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a people-management role with direct responsibility for managing other managers or technical leads is required Proven experience implementing AI, automation, or advanced analytics solutions in a business environment Experience managing infrastructure, support teams, and software development functions, with demonstrated experience overseeing the software delivery lifecycle, DevOps practices, and application architecture decisions. Hands-on experience evaluating, piloting, or deploying AI/ML tools or automation platforms in an enterprise setting (e.g., LLM-based tools, RPA, predictive analytics) Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management practices, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.