Email Systems Director

Description

Job Summary: The Email Systems Director leads and develops the enterprise email systems strategy to ensure security, efficiency, and continuity. Key Responsibilities: 1. Leading and developing the enterprise email systems strategy 2. Overseeing the management and operation of major email platforms 3. Leading email security initiatives and developing IT technical teams Email Systems Director **Purpose of the Role:** To lead and develop the enterprise email systems strategy and ensure its security, efficiency, and operational continuity in alignment with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements. **Key Responsibilities:** * Develop and implement enterprise-wide email systems strategy * Oversee the management and operation of email platforms such as Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft 365, and Google Workspace * Ensure service continuity, performance optimization, and scalability * Lead email security initiatives (spam mitigation, phishing prevention, encryption, data loss prevention) * Manage upgrade, migration, and integration operations with other systems * Develop email usage, archiving, and data retention policies * Monitor system performance and resolve technical faults and incidents * Manage vendors, service providers, and licensing * Lead and develop the IT technical team * Collaborate with cybersecurity and compliance teams * Ensure adherence to local regulations and data protection standards **Qualifications and Requirements:** * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred) * Minimum 10 years of experience in infrastructure or messaging systems * Minimum 5 years of leadership experience * Strong experience with enterprise email platforms * Knowledge of email protocols (SMTP, IMAP, POP3) * Experience in cloud and hybrid environments * Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards * Professional certifications such as Microsoft or CISSP are an advantage * Proficiency in English (Arabic is an added advantage) **Core Competencies:** * Leadership and team management * Strategic planning * Analysis and problem solving * Communication and stakeholder management skills * Risk management and compliance * Advanced technical expertise in email systems **Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):** * System availability rate * Incident response and resolution time * Reduction in security threats * User satisfaction and service quality * Success rate of upgrade and migration projects Employment Type: Permanent Salary: QAR٣٢‎,٠٠٠.٠٠ per month Work Location: On-site