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IT Manager

St Helens
3 days ago
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Your new company
A Merseyside-based college is looking for an interim IT Manager to join their college IT team. This will be for a period of 3 months initially. This role will be on site 5 days a week and could be needed at multiple campuses. The hours will be Monday-Friday (Apply online only) with a 1-hour lunch break.
Your new role
As an IT manager, you will manage and provide technical support for existing and new IT infrastructure.
You will manage the support for application software within the college. You will help lead the IT team and be able to give support and guidance on new projects.
You will monitor and actively manage the college's network performance and usage. You will ensure robust IT and network security arrangements are in place, maintaining cybersecurity arrangements.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed, you will need:

To have a proven track record in an IT role as either 3rd line or IT manager (Education experience desired)
Experience of maintaining IT and network security
Knowledge of Windows, Office 365 and Azure
Knowledge of cybersecurity, data protection and compliance with GDPR
What you'll get in return
In return, you will be paid a competitive daily rate of £180- £220 per day. You will have a dedicated consultant a Hays will assist with compliance, paperwork, and payments. You will become part of a great team and have guidance from the deputy CEO and management team.
What you need to do now
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