Chief Information Officer (CIO) Greater Johannesburg, South Africa Area

The Company is seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to provide executive leadership for its information technology, digital transformation, data, information security, and technology operations. The role will develop and govern the ICT strategy, enterprise architecture, and smart infrastructure roadmap, while ensuring the availability and resilience of critical systems. Responsibilities include strengthening cybersecurity, data governance, analytics, and AI oversight; enabling improved digital customer journeys; and managing technology budgets, investments, procurement, contracts, and suppliers. The CIO will report on technology performance, governance, and risk to senior leadership and board-level committees, while leading and developing a high-performing ICT team. Candidates must hold a relevant honours degree in information technology, computer science, or an equivalent field; a relevant master’s degree or MBA is advantageous. Professional registration with a relevant technology body is required, along with 13 years of experience, including at least eight years in business-facing ICT management and governance and five years at senior management level. Applicants should bring strong expertise in IT strategy, enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, resilience, operations, digital transformation, programme delivery, and commercial management. Knowledge of the aviation, transport, or airport sector, public-sector dynamics, and applicable governance, regulatory, and industry requirements is also expected, alongside strong analytical, communication, risk-management, and leadership capabilities.

Hiring Company

Airports Company South Africa SOC Limited