IT Technical Lead

Spectrum IT Recruitment; Gosport; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced IT Technical Lead for a fully on-site position in Gosport. You'll be responsible for guiding technology decisions and ensuring best practices across IT systems while mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in on-premises and Azure cloud environments, strong networking skills, and a focus on cybersecurity compliance. This challenging role offers a competitive salary of up to £75,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT leadership roles, ideally within logistics or similar industries.
• Strong technical expertise spanning on-premises and cloud environments.
• Ability to mentor junior team members and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Guide technology decisions and ensure consistency across systems.
• Act as the escalation point for complex issues.
• Promote secure-by-design principles focusing on cybersecurity.

Skills

On-premises infrastructure & Azure cloud environments

Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Azure AD

Networking fundamentals

ISO 27001 and cybersecurity best practices

Understanding of ERP systems (SAP experience is a bonus)

Scripting or automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python)

Job description

Overview

IT Technical Lead — Fully On-Site in Gosport — Up to £75,000

We're working with a client in the logistics industry based in Gosport who is looking for a seasoned IT Technical Lead to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior technical specialist who enjoys being hands-on, leading by example, and having real influence across infrastructure, applications, and service delivery.

Role Summary

In this senior-level technical position you'll guide technology decisions, ensure consistency across systems, and act as the escalation point for complex issues. You'll work closely with cross-functional IT teams to shape solutions that are scalable, secure, and modern, supporting everything from on-premises to Azure systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical authority across infrastructure, development, and service delivery teams
• Lead technical design and review of new solutions, ensuring best practice and alignment with overall IT strategy
• Step in as the go-to escalation point for critical issues and complex troubleshooting
• Support and advise on technical aspects of projects and change initiatives
• Promote secure-by-design principles, with a strong focus on cybersecurity and compliance (ISO 27001, GDPR, etc.)
• Help modernise the estate, bridging on-prem infrastructure with Azure-based services
• Mentor junior team members and promote knowledge sharing

Tech Skills & Experience

• On-premises infrastructure & Azure cloud environments
• Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Azure AD
• Networking fundamentals - switching, routing, firewalls, and connectivity between on-prem/cloud systems
• Good working knowledge of ISO 27001 and general cybersecurity best practices
• Understanding of ERP systems (SAP experience is a bonus)
• Scripting or automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and familiarity with Git/version control

You'll Succeed If You

• Have a delivery-first mindset and can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day problem-solving
• Are confident influencing and collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders alike
• Enjoy mentoring and raising the technical bar for those around you
• Thrive in a hands-on environment where your input genuinely shapes IT outcomes

If you're an experienced technical lead looking for a fresh challenge we'd love to speak with you.

Please contact (url removed) for more details

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy