Head of IT

London

Up to £100,000

Permanent

Our client is looking for an elite IT professional, who has strong technical expertise and enjoys solving problems. The role will be based in central London with travel around the south of the UK to other sites. This is a great opportunity to be in a very hands-on role, as part of a small and friendly team. 

Key Responsibilities – Head of IT

You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of many disparate networks and platforms, across a group of businesses. These include but are not limited to Microsoft-based Systems, Cloud-based Platforms, Virtualised Infrastructure, Inter-Business / Office Networks, Remote Networks (including employees and clients’ home offices), Secure Remote Access Technologies and Virtual Private Networks. You will be responsible the distribution, maintenance, and upkeep of connected, independent network and systems,  alongside the security and applications thereof. 

You will be responsible for building up a team of support and infrastructure engineers and the day-to-day management.

Qualifications & Requirements – Head of IT

• A sound knowledge of Microsoft and Mac based systems / architectures is essential, along with a drive towards security and efficiency. 
• Deep knowledge in the following is essential:
• Microsoft Systems at Enterprise and Workstation Levels
• Virtualisation Technologies, especially VMware
• Network infrastructure at LAN, WAN and Multi-Site Internet / Intranet levels.
• Security of Connected Services, Cloud Based Services and Remote Services
• Cybersecurity prevention methodologies at desktop, server and mobile level
• Secure and efficient management of users; remote and on-site
• Setup, Maintenance and Distribution of secured Wireless and Wired technologies
• Management of AWS and other Cloud Services for Users and Services 

The ideal candidate will:

• Have worked in a fast-paced SME or start-up environments, adapting to the business needs
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a tech-related field
• Have prior experience in Unix Based Architectures, scripts, deployment, and maintenance
• Understand the software development lifecycle from conception to distribution
• Understand the role of DevOps and Infrastructure as Code

For more information on this role, please contact Zoey Bunn on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

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