Head of IT & Security, Multisite Europe

Gravitas Group; Kingswinford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravitas Group in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of IT to lead infrastructure, security, and operational IT across multiple sites. You will set standards, drive strategic technology initiatives, and work with senior stakeholders to resolve urgent issues.

The role oversees Entra ID / Azure AD, Azure, AWS, SAP, on‑prem servers, and regional data centres, aiming to strengthen Cyber Essentials Plus compliance while delivering reliable IT services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field.
• Proven track record in leading IT across multiple sites.
• Experience with Entra ID / Azure AD and Azure environments.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity standards such as Cyber Essentials Plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a UK-based IT team of four across multiple sites.
• Set IT standards, policies, and best-practice across locations.
• Improve infrastructure performance including Wi‑Fi, device setup, and reliability.
• Oversee core Microsoft and cloud infrastructure, Entra ID / Azure AD and Azure.
• Manage mixed environments including AWS, SAP, on‑prem servers, and regional data centres.
• Develop a joined-up IT and security strategy across regions.
• Support movement towards stronger security standards like Cyber Essentials Plus.
• Provide support to senior stakeholders and resolve urgent operational issues.
• Demonstrate experience leading IT in a multi-site environment.
• Show a strong infrastructure background to lead both strategy and delivery.
• Knowledge of Microsoft environments and Entra ID / Azure AD.
• Familiar with cloud, on-prem, networking, and end-user support.

Skills

IT leadership

Multi-site mgmt

Azure AD

AWS

SAP

Cyber Essentials

Stakeholder mgmt

Infrastructure

Security

End-user support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Job description

Gravitas Group in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of IT to lead infrastructure, security, and operational IT across multiple sites. You will set standards, drive strategic technology initiatives, and work with senior stakeholders to resolve urgent issues.

The role oversees Entra ID / Azure AD, Azure, AWS, SAP, on‑prem servers, and regional data centres, aiming to strengthen Cyber Essentials Plus compliance while delivering reliable IT services.