Global IT Architect for Scalable Quantum Growth

OQC; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OQC in Reading, UK is seeking an IT Director to lead the transformation of our global IT capability, building secure, scalable foundations to support growth. You’ll own strategy, infrastructure and IT operations across an increasingly international organisation, ensuring secure, reliable technology while protecting data and IP.

You will define and deliver the IT roadmap, lead and develop the IT and networking team, oversee infrastructure and business systems, and strengthen information security,

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading IT in a global, high-technology organisation.
• Proven track record building hybrid IT functions with internal and external teams.
• Experience governing infrastructure, security, DR/BC in a business-critical environment.
• Strong vendor management and budget oversight across regions.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the global IT strategy and roadmap aligned with growth.
• Lead and develop the IT and networking team across regions.
• Oversee infrastructure, cloud environments, and business systems.
• Strengthen information security with ISO 27001/SOC 2 compliance.
• Drive technology transformation and automation opportunities incl. AI.
• Establish IT governance, policies and vendor relationships.

Skills

Strategic IT leadership

Hybrid in-house / outsourced IT

Infrastructure & networking

Information security governance

Disaster recovery & business continuit

Cloud technology

Budget & vendor management

Executive stakeholder engagement

Education

ITIL certification

CISSP

Cisco CCIE or equivalent

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Entra ID

Job description

OQC in Reading, UK is seeking an IT Director to lead the transformation of our global IT capability, building secure, scalable foundations to support growth. You’ll own strategy, infrastructure and IT operations across an increasingly international organisation, ensuring secure, reliable technology while protecting data and IP.

You will define and deliver the IT roadmap, lead and develop the IT and networking team, oversee infrastructure and business systems, and strengthen information security,