Salary: £60,000 - 72,000 per year Requirements: Proven experience as IT Manager / Head of IT or similar Strong leadership with the ability to drive change Hands-on experience with Linux servers and physical infrastructure Experience in O365 Administration and Windows Support Familiarity with cloud technologies and migration strategies Background in designing and implementing IT systems Responsibilities: Oversee daily IT operations and manage a team of 4 IT professionals Ensure secure network and data systems Lead IT transformation initiatives aligning IT with business goals Identify and implement process improvements Identify cybersecurity risks and lead ISO/IEC 27001/27002 compliance Conduct audits related to cybersecurity Develop, maintain, and test backup and recovery plans for disaster recovery Technologies: Cloud Support Linux Network Windows Office 365 More: We are a leading technology business based in Reading, seeking to hire a Contract IT Manager / Head of IT for a 6 to 9 month initial contract (Outside IR35). This hybrid role involves overseeing a small IT team while driving our IT transformation journey. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic environment with a day rate of £500 to £600 per day, allowing for flexible working arrangements with 1-2 days onsite. last updated 12 week of 2026