CIO - Houston, TX at Key Energy Services Inc. in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Directs and coordinates information systems planning and functions including all phases of systems design, programming, installation and operations. Reviews and evaluates projects feasibility studies on management requirements, priorities, implementation, installation and operation of information systems and equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This section contains a description of the duties and responsibilities assigned to the job.

• Collaborate with the executive team to align technology strategies with business objectives and contribute to the overall corporate strategy.
• Establish and actively communicate a clear technology vision, roadmaps, and goals that support business growth and operational excellence.
• Provide thought leadership and guidance on emerging technologies, industry trends, and competitive landscapes to drive innovation and competitive advantage.
• Lead a diverse team of IT support and engineering staff to foster a service-oriented culture.
• Lead technology modernization efforts, identifying opportunities to leverage technology for process optimization, cost savings, and supporting revenue growth.
• Drive the implementation of advanced analytics, business intelligence, and data initiatives to improve decision-making and predictive capabilities.
• Foster a culture of fresh thinking and experimentation, encouraging cross-functional collaboration and ideation.
• Determines, recommends and establishes necessary technology infrastructure, standards and equipment necessary to facilitate strategic technology initiatives.
• Leads the ITMC and provides regular feedback to Senior Management.
• Ensures that technology expenditures are appropriate and ensures future projects meet companywide objectives.
• Ensures internal and external customer satisfaction through facilitation of project management and communication.
• Responsible for successful implementation, maintenance and upgrades of all technical projects.
• Ensures appropriate security and disaster recovery is in place to ensure the integrity of the corporate wide systems.
• Ensure the security , integrity and compliance of IT systems and data
• Mentor and develop IT leadership
• Monitor emerging trends in technology and assess their applicability to the organization
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and digital literacy across the organization.
• Reviews and controls departmental annual budget.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications listed below represent the skills and abilities required for this job.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strategic Visioning - ability to provide their business unit or function a vision that is aligned with the corporate vision, focused and with a clear line of sight between their objectives and the corporate objectives, the vision is compelling and creates a sense of ownership and urgency.
• Change Management - ability to continually and effectively prepare the organization for the future while maintaining current success and motivation.
• Functional Depth and Breadth - in-depth knowledge, appropriate academic credentials, and proven track record in a specific function
• Operational Excellence is the ability to demonstrate a clear-cut concern for obtaining compelling business results.
• Customer Driven - demonstrates appropriate attention to the customer (internal or external), providing superior services
• Problem Solving and Decision Making is the ability to assess all situations (including problems) using a variety of different skills and resources (such as previous knowledge and experience, information seeking, and analysis).
• Communication Skills and Interpersonal Effectiveness is the ability to interact and communicate in a variety of ways with a variety of people and cultures. This includes formal and informal presentations as well as listening, understanding, and negotiating.
• Specific experience with implementing or managing these enterprise applications: Dynamics 365 or similar ERPs covering key functional areas such as Accounting, FP&A, Supply Chain; PowerBI or similar enterprise BI software Salesforce; Work Order Management, Field Services Management, HRIS and Payroll
• Familiarity with energy industry-specific software and technologies related to monitoring and data capture from oil wells is a plus.
• Develop and Lead Teams is the ability to help guide team's efforts in attaining goals and achieving results.
• Selection, Development and Retention of Talent is the desire to encourage growth and improve the skills and competencies of others.
• Creation of a Safe and Respectful Environment is the ability to create an environment where all employees are treated with respect and feel safe.
• Integrity is an approach to people and work that is consistent with high ethical standards and overall values of the business.
• Professionalism is the overall attitude with which business is conducted.

Education and knowledge listed below represent the demonstrated skill in a specific area required for this job.

• A bachelor's or master's degree in information technology (IT), Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or relevant business degree is a plus.
• Proven track record of at least 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in technology and information management, preferably within the energy or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of energy sector dynamics, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Travel 25% to 50%.