Global IT Strategy Lead — AWS, ERP & Security

Apache Associates; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apache Associates in Hatfield, UK is seeking an experienced IT Manager to own the IT function across the UK, France, US and global sales operations. The role is broad, hands-on, with autonomy, covering strategy, infrastructure, security and projects.

You'll manage an AWS-based environment, Windows AD, Azure Entra ID, and Microsoft 365, while supporting Syspro ERP, SQL Server/MySQL, PHP and Magento. You will lead IT initiatives and manage budgets with senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience as IT Manager or senior IT role with cross-functional exposure.
• Practical ERP experience; Syspro preferred.
• Experience with AWS/Azure/GCP cloud infrastructure.
• PHP and SQL development experience.
• Strong AD, networking and Microsoft 365/Google Workspace.
• Experience managing IT security and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the IT strategy and day-to-day IT operations across multiple international locations.
• Manage and improve a predominantly AWS-based infrastructure, including EC2, RDS, VPC and S3.
• Oversee Windows Active Directory, Azure/Entra ID, networking, cloud services and Microsoft 365/Google Workspace.
• Manage and support the Syspro ERP, including systems supporting supply-chain and warehouse operations.
• Support and develop the internal web applications and databases, including Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL, PHP and Magento.
• Manage code review, change control and Git/Bitbucket version control processes.
• Support the customer-facing Magento e-commerce platform.
• Take ownership of organisational IT security and data protection.
• Lead IT projects from initiation through to completion.
• Manage the IT budget and negotiate with technology suppliers.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and user experience.
• Drive continuous improvement and explore the practical adoption of AI and emerging technologies.

Skills

IT Manager

PHP Development

SQL Server Development

Networking

Active Directory

AWS/Azure/GCP

Magento

MySQL

Git/Bitbucket

Tools

Syspro ERP

Magento Platform

Microsoft 365

Job description

Apache Associates in Hatfield, UK is seeking an experienced IT Manager to own the IT function across the UK, France, US and global sales operations. The role is broad, hands-on, with autonomy, covering strategy, infrastructure, security and projects.

You'll manage an AWS-based environment, Windows AD, Azure Entra ID, and Microsoft 365, while supporting Syspro ERP, SQL Server/MySQL, PHP and Magento. You will lead IT initiatives and manage budgets with senior leadership.