Digital Infrastructure Manager

Hyndburn Borough Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyndburn Borough Council seeks an experienced Digital Infrastructure Manager to lead the design, security and resilience of the council’s ICT infrastructure. You’ll manage networks, servers and cloud-based services supporting front and back-office operations, driving modernisation and high availability.

You will work with senior stakeholders, oversee cloud migration, ensure GDPR and PCI compliance, and mentor technical staff while delivering critical ICT projects on time and to a high standard.

Qualifications

• Experience of designing, implementing and maintaining ICT networks.
• Experience of cloud migration and infrastructure modernisation.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, maintenance and development of network and server infrastructure.
• Oversee migration of on-premise services to cloud environments.
• Ensure systems are secure, resilient and compliant with GDPR and PCI requirements.
• Lead and deliver ICT projects from inception to completion.
• Mentor and develop network and technical staff; manage risk.
• Collaborate with colleagues, suppliers and external partners.

Skills

ICT networks design

Cloud migration

Cyber security

Project leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Staff mentoring

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Digital Infrastructure Manager to lead the development, security and resilience of the Council’s digital infrastructure. This is a key leadership role within our Digital & ICT Service, with responsibility for networks, servers and cloud-based services that support critical front and back-office operations. You will play a pivotal role in modernising our infrastructure, managing the transition to cloud services, and ensuring high availability, performance and security across the organisation.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the design, maintenance and development of the Council’s network and server infrastructure Manage the migration of on premise services to cloud based environments Ensure systems are secure, resilient and compliant with GDPR and PCI requirements Lead and deliver technical and corporate ICT projects from inception to completion Provide expert technical advice and problem solving support across the organisation Manage, mentor and develop network and technical staff Contribute to business continuity planning and risk management Work collaboratively with colleagues, suppliers and external partners

You will be an experienced ICT professional with strong technical expertise in networks, infrastructure and cyber security. You will be confident leading projects, managing staff and working with senior stakeholders in a complex organisation.

You will bring:

• Experience of designing, implementing and maintaining ICT networks Experience of cloud migration and infrastructure modernisation Strong knowledge of cyber security and risk management Proven ability to manage projects and deliver under pressure Experience of supervising and developing staff Excellent communication skills and a customer focused approach

Closing date: 12 noon Wednesday 30 September 2026

Vacancy Ref: 2366