Technical Director (Security systems / Automation)

Responsibilities 1. Technical Strategy & Architecture • Own end-to-end technical architecture • Define technology roadmaps, standards, and reference architectures • Approve platforms, designs, and adoption of new technologies • Ensure alignment with Company business and growth strategy 2. Engineering Governance & Quality • Establish engineering standards, best practices, and governance frameworks • Lead technical design reviews for major bids and projects • Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, data protection, safety, and regulatory requirements • Drive system reliability, performance, and maintainability 3. Project & Delivery Oversight • Provide technical leadership for large, complex, or mission-critical projects • Resolve high-risk technical issues and project escalations • Ensure technical scope, cost, and risk are effectively managed • Support smooth transition from project delivery to operations 4. Pre-sales & Customer Engagement • Act as technical authority in pre-sales and tender activities • Lead solution design for complex or strategic opportunities • Engage customers, consultants, and stakeholders on technical matters • Present and defend technical solutions at executive level 5. Digital Enablement including security considerations • Ensure security-by-design across all Company solutions • Oversee IT/OT integration, system hardening, and network segmentation 6. Team Leadership & Capability Building • Lead and mentor architects, technical leads, and senior engineers • Build technical capability, succession planning, and competency frameworks • Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence 7. Vendor & Partner Management • Define technical engagement models with OEMs and technology partners • Evaluate vendor roadmaps and technology alignment • Drive standardisation to reduce cost, risk, and complexity Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Systems, or related discipline). • 15+ years of experience in security systems, automation, or large-scale systems integration. • Proven track record in technical leadership for complex, multi-disciplinary programs and projects. • Strong experience in several of the following areas: • Physical security platforms • Infrastructure and networking with OT/IT convergence • Cloud and data platforms Licence no: 12C6060 #J-18808-Ljbffr