Summary
SAFE, a security services provider based in Riyadh, is seeking a Chief Technology Officer to lead its digital transformation. The role will oversee automation, Oracle ERP expansion, AI and data initiatives, and the development of technology-enabled security products using tools such as IoT devices, cameras, and drones. It also includes building technology teams, strengthening cybersecurity and compliance, and reporting strategic progress and ROI to the CEO and executive team. Applicants should have 10+ years in senior technology roles and experience in AI-driven automation, ERP, product development, and agile delivery; the posting offers competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
The posting
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Position Overview
SAFE is a long-established security services provider, trusted by clients to protect offices, facilities, and other sensitive premises. Despite our legacy of success, our business model relies heavily on manual and paper-based processes. We are on a mission to transform our organization into a high-performing, data-driven enterprise that leverages automation, artificial intelligence, and digital innovation.
As our new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will be the visionary and execution lead for a full-scale digital revolution. Your primary objectives will be to streamline internal operations, reduce manual workloads, and harness emerging technologies to offer faster, better, and more cost-effective services to our customers. By integrating data, AI, sensors, drones, cameras, and other IoT devices into our service portfolio, you will help us reimagine modern security and develop new revenue-generating products that capitalize on technology.
This is a high-impact, strategic role reporting directly to the CEO, with the freedom to drive innovation and the mandate to evolve SAFE’s business model. You will ensure we not only improve our internal processes but also deliver a superior customer experience by making our services faster, cheaper, and more reliable.
Key Responsibilities
- Digital Transformation & Automation
- Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy to automate manual processes, reducing operational overhead and staffing costs.
- Oversee the expansion of our current Oracle ERP (Finance and HR) to integrate advanced modules for operations, supply chain, and beyond.
- Implement robotic process automation (RPA) and other workflow tools to minimize human error, shorten turnaround times, and streamline administrative tasks.
- Ensure all automation initiatives focus on delivering a faster, more seamless customer experience, reducing friction and boosting satisfaction.
- AI & Data-Driven Strategy
- Formulate and execute a bold AI strategy that leverages machine learning, predictive analytics, and advanced data modeling to enhance efficiency, decision-making, and risk management.
- Identify use cases for AI that have immediate business impact—e.g., predictive staffing, automated surveillance analysis, and real-time threat detection.
- Establish strong data governance frameworks, ensuring secure, high-quality data pipelines to power customer-facing insights and internal optimization.
- Innovative Security Solutions & Product Development
- Reinvent SAFE’s service offerings by integrating sensors, camera analytics, drones, and other IoT devices, transforming traditional guard services into fully digitized security solutions.
- Spearhead the development of new digital products (e.g., remote monitoring platforms, predictive threat detection software) that enhance customer experience and generate additional revenue streams.
- Build strategic partnerships with tech vendors, industry experts, and R&D teams to co-develop cutting-edge security innovations, positioning SAFE as a leader in technology-driven protection.
- Scalable, Agile Technology Leadership
- Cultivate a high-performance technology organization by recruiting, mentoring, and retaining top engineering, data science, and AI talent.
- Embed an agile mindset across teams, implementing iterative development cycles, continuous inte-gration, and DevOps best practices.
- Ensure seamless collaboration between technical and operational units to rapidly prototype, test, and refine new solutions for optimal customer outcomes.
- Cost Optimization & Operational Efficiency
- Drive operational cost savings through intelligent application of technology, optimizing resource allocation and back-office staffing needs.
- Measure and communicate the return on investment (ROI) for all technology initiatives, linking cost reductions to improvements in speed, reliability, and overall customer satisfaction.
- Governance, Security & Compliance
- Oversee the integrity and reliability of SAFE’s IT infrastructure, data, and networks, maintaining robust cybersecurity measures.
- Maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations, positioning SAFE as a trusted, tech-forward partner for our clients.
- Executive & Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner closely with the CEO and executive team to align technology initiatives with broader corporate objectives.
- Serve as an internal and external technology evangelist, championing AI-enhanced security and demonstrating how digitization results in faster, better, and cheaper customer solutions.
- Communicate complex technical concepts and project statuses in clear, concise, and business-oriented language.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (MBA is a plus).
- Proven Leadership: 10+ years in senior technology roles, preferably including CTO or VP-level positions with a strong track record in AI-driven automation.
- Digital Transformation Expertise: Demonstrable success in implementing large-scale automation and ERP (Oracle preferred), reducing manual processes, and enhancing customer experience.
- Product Development: Experience conceptualizing and launching tech-enabled products, ideally in a security-focused or similarly regulated context.
- AI & Data Analytics: Deep knowledge of AI/ML ecosystems, data science methodologies, analytics platforms, and modern data architecture.
- Business Acumen: Capable of linking technology investments to financial ROI, headcount reduction, and improved customer-facing metrics.
- Security & Compliance: Familiarity with cybersecurity protocols, data protection laws, and relevant industry compliance frameworks.
- Agile Champion: Skilled in agile and DevOps principles, with a history of building cross-functional teams in fast-paced settings.
Personal Attributes
- Visionary Thinker: Passionate about the transformative power of technology, from sensors and drones to advanced analytics.
- Change Agent: Demonstrated ability to navigate organizational resistance and drive cultural shifts toward digital innovation.
- Results-Oriented Leader: Adept at turning strategic ideas into real-world outcomes that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Collaborative Communicator: Works effectively with diverse stakeholders, from the boardroom to frontline staff, fostering buy-in and alignment.
Why Join SAFE?
- Strategic Impact: Shape the technological future of a recognized security leader, transforming how we operate and serve our clients.
- High-Visibility Role: Work directly with executive leadership to drive meaningful change and mod-ernize an entire industry.
- Cutting-Edge Innovation: Experiment with advanced technologies (AI, ML, IoT, drones) to create new security solutions and deliver a superior customer experience.
- Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and ample growth opportunities.