Manager IT Strategy and Planning
Core
Lead the development, governance, and execution of enterprise IT/OT strategy, strategic roadmaps, and integrated planning frameworks to align technology direction with organizational objectives and regulatory obligations.
Role type
Manager, IT Strategy and Planning
Builds
Enterprise IT/OT strategy, strategic technology roadmaps, integrated planning frameworks, investment priorities, and executive-level decision papers.
Domain
Public sector / Water utility / Critical infrastructure
Required skills
Enterprise IT/OT strategy development, strategic planning, business engagement, enterprise architecture alignment, investment planning, risk management, workforce capability planning, business case development, portfolio prioritization, benefits realization, technology governance, cyber security, privacy, data protection, regulatory compliance, stakeholder partnership building, complex issue simplification, ambiguity navigation.
Preferred skills
Experience in complex regulated utility, infrastructure, or public-sector environments.
Responsibilities
Lead development and governance of enterprise IT/OT strategy; Establish integrated planning approach connecting business and technology strategy; Translate strategic intent into practical plans and executive materials; Partner with leaders to identify opportunities for improved outcomes; Facilitate evidence-based prioritization across competing demands; Shape investment priorities based on strategic objectives and risk reduction; Support business cases and portfolio prioritization; Establish performance measures for technology strategies; Identify and escalate strategic technology risks and capability gaps; Ensure technology planning considers cyber security, privacy, and public-sector obligations.
