Head of Technology and Cyber Security in Doncaster

Role Overview

Head of Technology and Cyber Security – OSCAR ASSOCIATES (UK) LIMITED

Location: Doncaster (Hybrid 2/3 split)

Salary: Up to £108,000 + £8,000 Car Allowance

Type: Permanent, Full‑Time

We are looking to hire a Head of Technology & Cybersecurity who will lead and manage the design, build, operation, support, and security of the company’s technology and information systems. The role oversees Service Delivery, Technical Services, Information Systems, and Cybersecurity, as well as the solutions and systems architecture team. Working closely with the IT Director and senior IT leaders, the Head of Technology & Cybersecurity supports growth through effective use of people, processes, and technology‑driven solutions. The position will manage strategic partners, such as the MSP and consultancies, and lead a technical team of around 15 people.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance across the function and wider organisation.
• Ensure services are delivered in line with agreed SLAs and KPIs.
• Develop, maintain, and oversee company policies and guidance.
• Design and direct network safeguards to reduce security risks.
• Regularly review technical efficiency and implement improvements.
• Lead development and implementation of disaster recovery policies.
• Direct the creation of high‑level and detailed technical designs.
• Chair the Technical Design Authority (TDA) and present as required.
• Manage and develop Solution and Security Architects.
• Ensure compliance and governance requirements are met.
• Develop and implement strategies to minimise cyber‑attack risks.
• Oversee operational aspects of Business Systems.

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain strong relationships with Regional Business Management Teams and Central Service Heads of Function.
• Spend an average of 20% of time within Regional, Sales and Site offices.
• Deputise for the Group IT Director as and when required.

People Management Responsibilities

• Shape, develop, and lead a motivated, high‑performing team.
• Support career progression through succession planning where appropriate.
• Conduct bi‑annual Performance Development Reviews and support Personal Development Plans.
• Confidently manage performance, behavioural, and absence issues, taking action to drive improvement.

Essential Skills & Attributes

• Proven experience in leading technology teams across infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity oversight.
• Strong strategic and organisational skills, able to bring structure and maturity to the team.
• Experience managing teams of 6‑15 people.
• Broad understanding of IT operations, business systems, and service delivery.
• Knowledge of IT strategy, enterprise architecture, and security principles.
• Experience managing third‑party service providers and outsourced contracts.
• Extensive stakeholder management experience.
• Focus on coaching, developing, and mentoring high‑performing teams.

Next Steps

Interviews for this role will be held imminently. To be considered, please send your CV to the recruiter immediately.

Referrals

If this role isn\’t right for you, do you know someone that might be interested? You could earn £500 of retail vouchers if you refer a successful candidate to Oscar.

Contact email: louis.metcalfe@oscar-tech.com