IT Lead

Salary: £? - ? per year

Requirements:

• Strong experience across IT infrastructure, networks, telephone systems and end-user computing, ideally within a multi-site organisation
• Experience in IT service management, supplier management, contract management, cyber security, disaster recovery and project delivery
• Good understanding of Microsoft 365, Azure, PowerApps and Power BI
• Knowledge of IT controls and cyber security practices
• A Bachelors Degree in an IT or business discipline, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities:

• Oversee IT infrastructure, networks, telephone systems and end-user services
• Manage third-party IT suppliers, contracts and commercial agreements
• Lead IT projects, upgrades and change activities
• Oversee cyber security, vulnerability management and security testing
• Manage major IT incidents and support cyber incident response
• Develop and test disaster recovery arrangements
• Manage IT licensing, renewals and service documentation
• Support IT audits, assurance activities and compliance
• Oversee outsourced IT support teams and service performance
• Ensure IT services remain secure, resilient and fit for purpose

Technologies:

• Azure
• Support
• Microsoft 365
• Power BI
• Security
• Office 365
• Cloud
• DevOps

More:

We are recruiting on behalf of Spirit Energy for an experienced IT Lead to oversee the delivery, performance and governance of the IT estate at our Barrow-in-Furness Gas Terminal. This is a 2-year contract with a hybrid working pattern of 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home. The role works closely with our Head of IS and IS Apps Lead, with a strong focus on IT governance, cyber security, service management, vendor management and project delivery, while providing hands-on direction to outsourced resources and supporting day-to-day IT operations.

last updated 33 week of 2026