Head of Information Technology

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Our Client is a private equity-backed energy portfolio company based in Houston, TX, with a proven track record of acquiring, developing, and operating assets in the Permian Basin. Backed by a well-capitalized sponsor, the company operates with a lean, fast-moving, and operationally focused team. With a strong appetite for digital enablement, infrastructure modernization, and scalable growth, Our Client is actively investing in upstream assets while positioning its technology function as a key driver of future success.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Head of IT will lead and evolve the company’s technology function, bringing a balance of technical execution, operational leadership, and executive presence. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role with direct influence on business performance and a clear succession path toward a CIO position. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable designing IT strategy, executing on critical initiatives, and serving as a trusted business partner to the C-suite and field operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own and oversee IT operations and infrastructure, including systems administration, networking, cloud architecture, and cybersecurity
• Align IT strategy with business priorities, acting as a partner to executives and field operations teams
• Manage vendor relationships with MSPs, SaaS providers, and cloud platforms to ensure reliability and performance
• Execute the IT roadmap with a focus on scalability, automation, and digital transformation
• Implement and support core upstream oil and gas applications including land, SCADA, production reporting, and ERP / accounting systems
• Ensure strong data security, governance, and disaster recovery practices are in place
• Collaborate across departments to deliver analytics solutions and user enablement strategies
• Oversee light development and integration efforts with an understanding of the SDLC
• Report IT performance, risks, and initiatives directly to executive leadership and investors
• Lay the foundation for building an enterprise-grade IT function and transition into a CIO role over time

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