Head of IT

Ascent People Ltd; Noordwes; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is seeking a Head of IT in Manchester City Centre. You will oversee IT infrastructure, lead a talented team, and drive technology solutions. Candidates should possess strong Azure and VMware skills, ensuring network security and operational efficiency in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Competitive salary

Autonomy in the role

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of technical experts and 3rd parties.
• Proficiency in managing hybrid Azure estate and VMware solutions.
• Understanding of WAN and LAN topologies and network security.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure.
• Develop strategies to enhance security, scalability, and efficiency.
• Lead a team to ensure seamless operations.

Skills

Leadership

Azure

VMware vSphere

Microsoft Office 365

Network Security

Disaster Recovery

Data Security

Education

Level 3 Service Management Framework qualification

Relevant technical certifications

Tools

Azure IaaS and PaaS

Veeam

Hyper-V

Cisco/Meraki Switch

Job description

Head of IT, Head of Infrastructure, Infrastructure Manager, IT Manager.

Are you a seasoned Infrastructure Manager, IT Manager, or Head of IT with a passion for driving technology solutions forward? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and possess a knack for leading small teams to success? If so, our client wants you to join their team in Manchester City Centre, offering hybrid working options.

**Role: Head of IT
**Location: Manchester City Centre
**Industry: Financial Services
**Working Arrangement: Hybrid Working

**About the Role:**

As the Head of IT, you will be pivotal in overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of our client’s IT infrastructure. You will lead a small team of talented IT professionals to ensure seamless operations and develop strategies to enhance security, scalability, and efficiency.

**Experience needed for the Head of IT**

-Experience of leading a small team of technical experts and 3rd parties to deliver high-quality work.
– Experience of configuring and managing hybrid Azure estate including IaaS and PaaS solutions.
– Proficiency in VMware vSphere and experience with Hyper-V solutions (Dell Hardware).
– Strong Microsoft Office 365 administration skills, including hybrid Azure deployments.
– Extensive hands-on experience in Microsoft Windows network skills including Microsoft AD, Group Policy management, security, DNS, DHCP, DFS, RDP, and other Windows services.
– Understanding of complex WAN and LAN topologies, Cisco/Meraki Switch configurations.
– Extensive experience managing Firewall configuration & network security solutions (FortiGate/FortiAnalyzer/FortiClientEMS/FortiToken).
– Backup & disaster recovery skills with experience in writing Business Continuity plans (Veeam & Zerto replication/365 Backup).
– Thorough understanding of data security principles and best practices, ideally in a regulated environment.
– Experience managing cyber security estates, overseeing external penetration assessments and vulnerability assessments.

**Preferred Qualifications:**
– Experience in private and public cloud data centre management.
– Level 3 Service Management Framework qualification and knowledge of ITIL.
– Relevant technical certifications.

**About the Company:**
Our client prides itself on innovation, excellence, and fostering a collaborative work environment. In this role, you’ll enjoy substantial autonomy within the company and will be rewarded competitively.

**Apply Now:**
If you’re ready for an exciting challenge in the heart of Manchester’s financial hub, please send your CV for immediate consideration.

*Ascent People is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy, and applicants from all ages and backgrounds will be considered.*

Recruiter:

Nadine Bramley

Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail] My Social