Director of IT - Strategy, Cyber & Digital Transformation

Hamilton Robson; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership development

Job summary

Hamilton Robson is seeking an experienced Director of IT to lead our technology strategy, infrastructure and operations. You will drive scalable IT governance, cybersecurity, cloud services and digital transformation to support business growth and exceptional client delivery.

You will lead the IT function, build a high-performing team, manage budgets and relationships with stakeholders, vendors and partners, and ensure enterprise architecture aligns with objectives.

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience within an IT or technology function.
• Proven experience developing and delivering IT strategies.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, cloud technologies and cybersecurity.
• Experience leading digital transformation and technology change.
• Experience managing IT budgets, vendors and technical teams.
• Strong commercial awareness, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Collaborative, results-driven and committed to continuous improvement.
• Experience within workplace technology, managed services, engineering or a project-based environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, cloud infrastructure, hybrid environments and enterprise architecture.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, ITIL or other recognised IT governance and service management frameworks.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, ITIL, TOGAF, Microsoft Azure or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the organisation’s IT strategy, ensuring technology supports business objectives and future growth.
• Lead and develop the IT function, providing strategic direction and building a high-performing team.
• Oversee the delivery, security and continuous improvement of the organisation’s IT infrastructure, systems and services.
• Lead technology and digital transformation initiatives that improve operational efficiency and business performance.
• Manage IT governance, cybersecurity, risk and compliance, ensuring robust controls and business continuity.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, clients, suppliers and technology partners.
• Manage the IT budget and ensure effective investment in technology.
• Develop and deliver the company’s technology strategy, ensuring IT enables operational excellence, business growth and the successful delivery of workplace technology solutions.

Skills

Senior leadership

IT strategy

IT infrastructure

Cloud technologies

Cybersecurity

Digital transformation

Budget management

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Azure/M365

IT governance frameworks

Professional certifications

Job description

Hamilton Robson is seeking an experienced Director of IT to lead our technology strategy, infrastructure and operations. You will drive scalable IT governance, cybersecurity, cloud services and digital transformation to support business growth and exceptional client delivery.

You will lead the IT function, build a high-performing team, manage budgets and relationships with stakeholders, vendors and partners, and ensure enterprise architecture aligns with objectives.