IT Director: Strategy, Security & Transformation

Capability Scotland; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

37 days annual leave

Up to 8% company pension contribution

Death in service 3x annual salary

Flexible and hybrid working

Employee assistance programme

PVG checks

Perks At Work discounts

Cycle to Work and EV Scheme

Job summary

Capability Scotland is seeking a Head of IT to oversee IT support, cyber security, infrastructure, supplier relationships, asset management, contracts, compliance and business continuity, ensuring technology enables colleagues across the organisation to perform at their best.

Reporting to the Director of Finance & Resources, the successful candidate will be a credible source of IT expertise, collaborating with all management levels and contributing to strategic direction and continuous

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading IT functions across infrastructure, support, security and technology services.
• A proactive approach, working as a credible source of expertise for staff, senior management and trustees.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure and modern cloud technologies.
• Experience developing IT strategies and leading change programmes.
• Knowledge of cyber security frameworks, GDPR and information governance requirements.
• Strong project management, budget management and supplier management skills.
• Strong communication skills and agile thinking; contributing strategically to organisational-wide developments and projects.
• A collaborative leadership style and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
• Experience of working at a senior level within a complex organisation and an understanding of accessibility and assistive technologies would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and deliver Capability Scotland's IT Strategy.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives across the organisation.
• Ensure the availability and performance of critical business systems.
• Lead infrastructure upgrades, migrations and modernisation projects.
• Maintain strong cyber security controls and standards, supporting initiatives such as Cyber Essentials Plus.
• Lead the IT team and manage outsourced support and helpdesk providers.
• Promote a strong culture of information security across the organisation.
• Lead the ongoing development of our Microsoft 365 and Azure environments, ensuring systems are secure, compliant and aligned to organisational needs.

Skills

IT leadership

Cloud technologies

Cyber security

Strategic planning

Project management

Budget management

Supplier management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Tools

Microsoft 365

Azure

Job description

Capability Scotland is seeking a Head of IT to oversee IT support, cyber security, infrastructure, supplier relationships, asset management, contracts, compliance and business continuity, ensuring technology enables colleagues across the organisation to perform at their best.

Reporting to the Director of Finance & Resources, the successful candidate will be a credible source of IT expertise, collaborating with all management levels and contributing to strategic direction and continuous