Head of IT

SRT Marine Systems plc

. Lead and develop the in-house IT team .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeBristol • United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading IT teams and managing corporate IT estates, with a strong focus on Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and cybersecurity frameworks such as Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001. Proven ability to manage budgets, deliver IT projects, and communicate effectively with senior leadership.

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Microsoft 365 ManagementCybersecurity FrameworksIT Budget ManagementManaged Service Provider OversightTeam Leadership and Development

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Hard Skills

Microsoft 365Entra IDIntuneDefenderConditional AccessMac ManagementIT Project DeliveryService Level ManagementConfiguration ManagementAsset Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipCoaching and Development

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsJiraDelivery ToolsHR ToolsMeeting-Room AV

Certifications & Qualifications

Cyber Essentials PlusISO 27001

Industry Keywords

IT Service ManagementHybrid Identity EnvironmentRegulated EnvironmentsMission-Critical EnvironmentsTechnology Roadmap

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop the in-house IT team
Own the corporate IT estate, including Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Windows and Mac endpoints, networks, telephony, meeting-room AV and office IT
Define and measure support routing, escalation and service levels across the internal team and managed service provider
Manage managed service provider and other IT suppliers, including service reviews, escalations and contract renewals
Manage IT operational and project budgets
Own the 12-month IT delivery plan and contribute to the longer-term technology roadmap
Protect SRT’s data assets, people and third parties from cyber attacks
Improve endpoint and identity platforms, including device management, endpoint protection, secure remote access, privilege management and Mac management
Manage configuration, integration and access for business systems including ERP, Jira, delivery and HR tools, and Microsoft 365 automation
Contribute to Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 security assurance and certification
Own joiners, movers and leavers, licensing, asset management and device lifecycle processes
Report to senior leadership on service, risk, cost and progress

Requirements

What you’ll need

Substantial experience leading an internal IT function in a growing organisation of similar or larger size, ideally an engineering, technology or manufacturing business
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, Defender and Conditional Access
Experience with Mac management in a hybrid identity environment
Experience managing a managed service provider and other IT suppliers, including service levels, reviews and renewals
Track record of running IT as a responsive, visible and pragmatic service
Experience delivering IT projects and change alongside business-as-usual
Experience managing an IT budget and delivery plan
Understanding of Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO 27001 and NIST CSF security controls and frameworks as applied to corporate IT
Ability to lead, coach and develop a small team
Ability to work alongside highly technical engineering colleagues
Strong communication skills and ability to explain technology choices and trade-offs to senior leaders in business terms
Experience in a rapidly growing company or during significant change would be helpful
Experience in high-trust, regulated or mission-critical environments would be valuable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly Competitive Salary and benefits package
25 days annual leave rising to 28 days with service
Real individual development opportunities
Hybrid working flexibility