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IT Manager

North East, NE18, UK
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Company: JACKSON HOGG LTD

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £60000 - £70000/annum

Are you a hands-on IT leader ready to take charge of a full-scale IT overhaul? We're looking for an experienced IT Manager to modernise outdated and insecure systems, transforming them into a secure, scalable, and future-proof environment.

What You'll Do:

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Audit and document entire IT infrastructure.

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Lead the upgrade from legacy hardware and software to cutting-edge solutions.

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Design and implement a secure, segmented network and modern server environment.

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Drive the migration from Exchange 2016 to Microsoft 365 and transition key services to Azure/cloud platforms.

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Implement robust cybersecurity measures including MFA, encryption, and monitoring tools.

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Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

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Build and lead a small IT team, establish policies, and improve operational efficiency.

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Manage vendors, negotiate contracts, and oversee procurement.

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Create a 3-5 year IT roadmap aligned with business goals.

What You Bring:

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Proven experience leading IT infrastructure transformations.

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Expert knowledge of Microsoft environments (Windows Server, Azure, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Exchange).

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Strong network design and cybersecurity skills, with GDPR compliance experience.

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Cloud migration expertise.

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Experience with disaster recovery and backup strategies.

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Leadership skills to manage and grow a small team.

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Excellent planning, documentation, and communication abilities.

Nice to Have:

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Microsoft Azure or Microsoft 365 certifications.

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CompTIA Security+ or equivalent.

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ITIL Foundation or service management knowledge.

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Project management certifications (PRINCE2 or similar).

Who You Are:
A proactive, resilient, and solutions-oriented leader who thrives on hands-on problem-solving. You adapt quickly, make smart decisions independently, and inspire your team to deliver excellence
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