Security & IT Lead: Build & Secure Our Tech Stack (Hybrid)

Northern Ireland Water Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Holywood is seeking a Security & IT Lead to manage IT operations and information security. This hybrid role involves developing strategic IT security frameworks and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft 365 and a proactive mindset. This position offers a competitive salary, private healthcare, and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Private healthcare and pension

Monthly wellbeing voucher

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Meaningful career growth in a purpose-led organization

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing Microsoft 365 and modern SaaS platforms.
• Strong understanding of IT and information security best practices.
• Experience handling device management, patching, and endpoint protection.
• Familiarity with Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 frameworks.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Build and implement an IT & Security roadmap aligned to business goals.
• Oversee Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and related SaaS environments.
• Manage device setup, patching, endpoint protection, and user access controls.
• Maintain compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001.
• Investigate incidents, assess risks, and drive a culture of security-first thinking.
• Develop and implement IT and information security policies and procedures.

Skills

Microsoft 365 management

IT security best practices

Device management

Endpoint protection

Documentation skills

Proactive mindset

Education

CompTIA Security+ certification

Microsoft 365 Administration certification

Tools

Intune

JAMF

Job description

A leading environmental services company in Holywood is seeking a Security & IT Lead to manage IT operations and information security. This hybrid role involves developing strategic IT security frameworks and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft 365 and a proactive mindset. This position offers a competitive salary, private healthcare, and a flexible working environment.