Head of IT

Head of IT – Cambridgeshire (Hybrid)An exciting opportunity to join a well-known, leading charity at a pivotal point in its digital and technology transformation. This role will shape a modern, cloud-first IT function, driving innovation and supporting ambitious organisational growth.Key Responsibilities\n

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• Lead and evolve the IT function across infrastructure, service delivery, cyber security, and end-user technology
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• Define and deliver a cloud-first strategy, driving ongoing migration, optimisation, and governance within Microsoft Azure
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• Transform IT into a modern, scalable service through automation, self-service, and improved user experience
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• Own IT operations, ensuring high availability, performance, and continuous service improvement
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• Act as a senior partner to the business, aligning technology initiatives with organisational objectives
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• Oversee cyber security, including controls, risk management, and incident readiness
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• Manage third-party suppliers, budgets, and governance frameworks
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• Contribute to broader digital and technology strategy alongside senior leadership
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Experience Required\n

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• Proven experience in a Head of IT / IT Director / senior IT leadership role
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• Strong Azure and cloud platform expertise, including delivering migrations and operating in cloud-first environments
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• Demonstrable track record of leading cloud transformation and modernisation programmes
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• Experience running IT operations (infrastructure, service desk, end-user services) in a multi-site environment
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• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft ecosystem (M365, Entra ID/Azure AD, Intune, security tools)
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• Experience owning or contributing to cyber security strategy, controls, and operations
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• Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on levels
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• Strong supplier, stakeholder, and budget management experience
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