IT Platforms Lead

Job Title: IT Platform & Security Lead
Salary: £95,000 Per Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: London, hybrid

Key Requirements: Infrastructure, IAM, Windows, Azure, Cloud Migration
An IT Infrastructure Platforms & Security Lead is required for a global insurance organisation with a global reach. The successful candidate will lead the team through a major shift migrating from a legacy & hybrid cloud environment to a fully cloud based infrastructure environment in Azure . This role is pivotal, with a blend of Operational leadership with direct reports as well as being hands on in facilitating the business transition from an on-premises to a cloud environment.

Your primary focus will involve two key projects around the generational cloud migration to Azure based services, as well as driving best practice I Identity & Access Management & defining the organisations cloud security policies.

While there is some direct leadership, hands on ability to take ownership of a global infrastructure estate that spans cloud, on-prem, & hybrid environments, managing everything from lifecycle planning & vendor performance to security posture & compliance. This is a business that's scaling internationally, with a strong focus on operational resilience & digital transformation. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the IT platforms are secure, efficient, & aligned to regulatory frameworks like ISO 27001 & GDPR, all while enabling the business to move faster, smarter, & with confidence.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the shift to a secure, cloud-first infrastructure
• Owning the security strategy: zero-trust,
• Oversee global IT operations & lifecycle management
• Strengthen security controls & ensure regulatory compliance
• Manage vendor performance & service delivery
• Drive continuous improvement across platforms & processes

Technical Skills:

• Microsoft 365, Azure, Defender, Sentinel
• IAM: Azure AD, MFA, SSO, PAM
• Security frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST, CIS
• SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability management
• ITIL-based service management & automation

Leadership Skills

• Proven ability to lead IT operations & transformation projects
• Strong vendor & budget management experience
• Resilience in high-pressure environments with a security-first mindset
• Excellent communication across technical & non-technical audiences

Why this is a great opportunity:

• Lead a team through a significant technology transformation.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company with a strong cloud strategy.
• Competitive salary & benefits package.
• Opportunity to drive technical innovation as part of a multimillion-pound upgrade.

This is an urgent requirement, apply immediately for consideration - jenna@pioneer-search.com