Job Description
We are seeking an exceptional leader to join our senior management group as Director of Digital Infrastructure & Operations. This is a strategic role at the heart of our digital transformation, responsible for ensuring the resilience, security, and efficiency of the Universitys technical backbone.
Responsibilities
* Lead critical functions including IT Operations, Cyber Security, Networking, Identity & Access, Platforms, AV, and IT Asset Management.
* Drive innovation through adoption of emerging technologies, cloud solutions, and best practices.
* Ensure robust security, business continuity, and disaster recovery across all digital services.
* Champion sustainability by embedding environmentally responsible practices in digital operations.
* Manage substantial budgets with a focus on cost-efficiency and value for money.
* Play a key role in shaping and delivering the University's strategic plan, working collaboratively across senior leadership.
Qualifications
About You: you are an experienced senior leader with a proven track record in IT infrastructure and operations within complex organisations. You combine strategic vision with hands‑on expertise, and you excel at leading high‑performing teams through change. You have strong financial acumen, deep technical knowledge, and a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential.
Benefits
We value diversity and offer a supportive, inclusive environment with flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and a range of family‑friendly policies.
Contact
For an informal discussion about the role please contact James Smith, Chief Operating Officer & Chief Information Officer, via email at
EEO Statement
Middlesex is committed to fostering an inclusive working environment. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people, women, and gender non‑conforming individuals. All recruitment decisions will be based on merit.
We value diversity and strive to create a fairer, more equitable work environment for our staff and students.
We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff diversity networks, campus facilities and services to support staff from different backgrounds.
Middlesex is home to a diverse community of professionals. We are a bronze award holder of the Athena Swan Charter and the Race Equality Charter, a Stonewall Top 100 employer and Gold award holder in 2023, and a Disability Confident Leader.
Organizational Details
Faculty/Executive: Digital & Library Services
Company: MU Services Ltd
Location: Hendon
Starting Salary: TBC
Grade: Senior Staff
Contract Type: Permanent
FTE: 1
Date Posted: Wednesday 25 February 2026
Closing Date: Wednesday 08 April 2026
Reference: DLS22
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