Head of IT & Digital Transformation

Housing co; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 59,000 - GBP 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization in Glasgow is looking for an experienced Head of IT & Systems. This full-time role involves leading the digital strategy, overseeing major projects, and managing cyber security and business continuity. The ideal candidate has significant IT leadership experience, a strong grasp of infrastructure security, and excellent skills in Microsoft 365. This position offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to make a meaningful impact for staff and the community.

Benefits

40 days leave

Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in IT leadership, systems administration, digital transformation and project delivery.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure security, cyber security and data management best practice.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 services and licenses.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders.
• Experience within social housing is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver our ICT & Digital Strategy, ensuring systems are modern, secure and efficient.
• Oversee a major Finance System replacement project.
• Manage cyber security, risk, GDPR compliance, and business continuity planning.
• Maximise use of key business systems and Microsoft 365.
• Lead and develop the IT team, manage suppliers and ensure strong service delivery standards.

Skills

IT leadership

Systems administration

Digital transformation

Project delivery

Infrastructure security

Cyber security

Data management best practice

Microsoft 365

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft 365 services

Job description

A community-focused housing organization in Glasgow is looking for an experienced Head of IT & Systems. This full-time role involves leading the digital strategy, overseeing major projects, and managing cyber security and business continuity. The ideal candidate has significant IT leadership experience, a strong grasp of infrastructure security, and excellent skills in Microsoft 365. This position offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to make a meaningful impact for staff and the community.