We are working with a cutting edge Fintech client who are looking to bring on a hands-on IT Lead to take ownership of their infrastructure, security and internal systems. This is a pivotal role where you’ll balance strategic oversight with day-to-day execution, helping shape our clients technology foundation in a regulated fintech environment.
This is ideal for someone with strong technical depth who thrives in a build-and-operate setting and is keen to lead IT operations in a high-trust, high-impact environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Designing and managing secure internal systems, networks and endpoints
Building and maintaining VPNs, firewalls, private networking, DNS and certificate management
Implementing and maintaining secure user access and identity controls, including SSO and role-based permissions
Managing and optimising core business system, document storage, and internal tools
For this role you should have:
4+ years in a senior IT engineer, sysadmin or infrastructure lead role
Proven experience managing secure IT environments, ideally in regulated sectors
Strong grasp of networking, endpoint security, access control and system hardening
Strong scripting skills for automation and system management
Experience supporting SaaS platforms and maintaining secure internal operations
Ability to document clearly and build scalable, repeatable IT processes
Nice to Have
Experience with policy-as-code or compliance automation tools
Familiarity with ITIL or similar service management frameworks
Experience supporting investment platforms, financial APIs or digital signature tools
This is a chance to lead IT at a fast-moving fintech where your input shapes how things are done from day one. You’ll work with a small, highly capable team in an environment that values technical rigour, good documentation and thoughtful security practices.
If you're looking to lead IT in a regulated setting with meaningful ownership and variety, we'd love to hear from you!