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# Head of IT

- **Company:** Pure Resourcing Solutions
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £70,000.0 - £75,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Cyber Security, IT Management, Information Technology Operations, Azure Active Directory, User Environment Management, Cloud Platform System, System Availability, Microsoft InTune
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5855621426

## About the Role

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

## Description

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


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