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Magdrive is developing the next generation of spacecraft propulsion. The IT & Security Manager will have end-to-end ownership of Magdrive’s IT and cybersecurity function, ensuring robust, secure, and reliable systems that support day-to-day operations and long‑term growth. This is a hands-on role, responsible for internal IT infrastructure, cybersecurity compliance, hardware and asset management, and coordination with external security and IT specialists. The role is the primary internal authority for all IT and information security matters.
Job Responsibility:
Own the configuration, management, and optimisation of Microsoft 365, with a strong focus on Microsoft Teams
Lead organisation-wide onboarding, access management, permissions, and licensing
Define and maintain Teams structure, governance, and usage standards
Act as escalation point for complex Teams, M365 and Atlassian issues
Own day-to-day IT operations across office, lab, and remote environments
Provide hands-on technical support and structured escalation for IT incidents
Ensure reliability of endpoints, connectivity, and cloud services
Maintain clear documentation of systems, processes, and configurations
Lead internal readiness and support delivery towards improving company cyber security certification
Implement and maintain security controls, access policies, and monitoring
Coordinate risk assessments, incident response, and security improvement plans
Define and promote strong security culture and best practice across the organisation
Responsible for organisational data governance
Audit, manage and procure relationships with external IT and cybersecurity consultants
Oversee security audits, remediation programs and improvement initiatives
Ensure third‑party providers meet Magdrive’s security, compliance, and performance expectations
Lead internal IT and security projects including upgrades, migrations, and system improvements
Support IT infrastructure requirements for new facilities, labs, and organisational expansion
Ensure infrastructure remains secure, scalable, and appropriate for regulated engineering activity
Work with engineering teams to deliver mission-critical IT systems including space hardware test systems and mission support
Support R&D teams with IT and data systems to accelerate and enable quality engineering
Own IT hardware procurement and standards
Maintain accurate IT asset registers
Manage device configuration, deployment, and onboarding for new starters
Ensure secure offboarding and recovery of equipment for leavers
Develop and maintain IT and information security policies and procedures
Identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities across IT and security
Advise senior leadership on IT risk, security posture, and investment priorities
Requirements:
Proven experience in an IT Manager, IT & Security Manager, or senior IT role
Experience with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Teams administration
Practical experience delivering Cyber Essentials Plus
Experience engaging and managing external cybersecurity or IT consultants
Solid understanding of endpoint security, access control, and cloud-based environments
Experience managing IT hardware procurement and asset registers
Comfortable operating as a single owner in a growing organization
Nice to have:
Experience supporting or implementing Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 or any other relevant cyber security certifications
Experience supporting Atlassian products, specifically Jira and Confluence
Experience in aerospace, defence, engineering, or other regulated sectors
Exposure to export control, secure R&D environments, or government‑funded programs
Experience scaling IT and security functions in a fast‑growing company
Experience with setting up non-IT infrastructure and hardware e.g. AV Conferencing infrastructure
What we offer:
25 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday leave + long-service awards