1137 — Information technology directors

What this occupation covers

Information technology directors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the work and resources necessary to provide and operate IT infrastructure and services, including networks, devices, servers and software that runs on the infrastructure within an organisation. IT programme managers and directors direct and provide technical oversight to particular IT programmes of a discrete duration and/or budget.

Typical duties

develops in consultation with other senior management the IT strategy of the organisation

directs the implementation within the organisation of IT strategy, infrastructure, procurement, procedures and standards

develops the periodic business plan and operational budget for IT to deliver agreed service levels

considers the required IT staffing levels, oversees recruitment and appointment of staff and directs training policy

prioritises and schedules major IT projects

ensures that new technologies are researched and evaluated in the light of the organisation’s broad requirements

works with client or senior management to establish and clarify the aims, objectives and requirements of an IT programme

plans, directs, reviews and provides technical oversight to IT programmes, involving the co-ordination of multiple IT projects

Entry routes and qualifications

There are no pre-set entry requirements although candidates usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification together with substantial, relevant work experience. A variety of professional and postgraduate qualifications is available.

Sponsorship information

Higher Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

Full Table 1 going rate: £86,000 at 37.5 hours. The applicable salary requirement can differ: use the calculator.

DBS assessment

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