IT Strategy & Security Leader

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension contributions

Generous holidays

Hybrid & flexible working

Employee assistance programme

PVG checks

Perks At Work discounts

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Capability Scotland is seeking a Head of IT to lead IT strategy, infrastructure, security and supplier management. You will collaborate with senior management to drive innovation and resilience across the organisation.

The role focuses on delivering secure, compliant systems, managing external partners and guiding IT improvements to support staff and trustees. Hybrid working and a competitive package are offered.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading IT functions across infrastructure, support, security and technology services.
• Proactive, credible IT expert 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.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and deliver Capability Scotland’s IT Strategy.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives across the organisation.
• Ensure availability and performance of critical business systems.
• Lead infrastructure upgrades, migrations and modernisation projects.
• Maintain strong cyber security controls and standards.
• Lead the IT team and manage outsourced support and helpdesk providers.
• Promote a strong culture of information security across the organisation.
• Lead development of Microsoft 365 and Azure environments to stay secure and compliant.

Skills

IT leadership

Infrastructure

Cyber security

Vendor management

Budget management

Project management

Cloud technologies

Tools

Microsoft 365

Azure

Job description

Capability Scotland is seeking a Head of IT to lead IT strategy, infrastructure, security and supplier management. You will collaborate with senior management to drive innovation and resilience across the organisation.

The role focuses on delivering secure, compliant systems, managing external partners and guiding IT improvements to support staff and trustees. Hybrid working and a competitive package are offered.