IT Systems Lead

IT Systems Lead - London - Hybrid £70,000 - £90,000 (dependent on experience) + Equity and BenefitsHelp Build Europe''s Hypersonic CapabilityThis organisation is redefining what''s possible in European defence technology, delivering speed, resilience, and technological independence at a pace that sets a new standard. Operating as a small, elite, and highly capable team, it focuses on solving complex, high-impact problems quickly and effectively.They are seeking an IT Systems Lead to take ownership of core IT infrastructure and operations within a talent-dense environment where every individual has a direct impact. This is not a predefined or siloed position, it is an opportunity for a high-calibre operator to shape, build, and run IT systems from the ground up, with the autonomy to define best practice and standards.The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable IT operations, directly contributing to the organisation''s mission and Europe''s broader technological independence.The RoleThe IT Systems Lead will:Own the Microsoft environment end-to-end, including Entra ID, Windows endpoints, Intune/Autopilot (or GPO where appropriate), and core Microsoft server servicesBuild and operate IT infrastructure for a UK-based engineering workshop from the ground up, including secure network access, device provisioning, and endpoint complianceDefine and implement a hardened baseline across all endpoints, including MFA enforcement, ..... full job details .....