IT and Compliance Manager

IT & Compliance Manager – Must come from a Remote, SaaS organisationMust be available to start immediatelyPerm or contract£60k - £80k / Inside IR35 day rateRemote in UKA rapidly growing, remote-first cybersecurity education platform is seeking an IT Manager to lead and scale its IT operations across a globally distributed team.This strategic role is ideal for someone passionate about building secure, scalable systems that empower people to do their best work—wherever they are in the world.Why JoinThis is an opportunity to join a mission-driven, fully remote organization that helps millions of people learn cybersecurity skills through gamified, hands-on learning. The company operates at the intersection of technology, education, and security—where innovation directly impacts how the next generation of cyber professionals learn and grow.You’ll shape the IT foundation of a company that values autonomy, creativity, and a global-first mindset.The RoleThe IT Manager will own all aspects of IT infrastructure, security, automation, and support—removing friction, driving productivity, and enabling a secure, efficient digital workplace.Key Responsibilities1. Infrastructure & OperationsAdminister and maintain the organization’s Google Workspace environment.Implement and manage software licensing solutions.Oversee device procurement, implement MDM, and optimize hardware lifecycle management.2. Security & ComplianceEnforce best-in-class cybersecurity practices (SSO, MFA, IAM).Maintain compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, and related standards.Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments.3. Automation & EfficiencyAutomate critical workflows (onboarding/offboarding, access management).Deploy and maintain an ITSM tool (e.g., Jira, Notion) to manage support requests.Drive cost efficiency across cloud and SaaS operations.4. Support & Service ManagementDeliver responsive IT support across global time zones.Track and improve IT performance metrics.Ensure a frictionless employee onboarding/offboarding experience.5. Software & Access ManagementManage SSO integrations and maintain visibility over license usage.Conduct regular permission audits to minimize risk.6. Business ContinuityDevelop and maintain disaster recovery and backup strategies.Guarantee 24/7 continuity for business-critical systems.7. Vendor ManagementOversee SaaS, cloud, and IT vendor relationships.Evaluate new technologies to align with company growth and budget goals.What Success Looks LikeA seamless IT experience for every employee—swift onboarding and offboarding.Zero compliance risk—complete control over access and system integrity.Optimized spend—clear ROI on every tool and device.Security-first culture—MFA, IAM, and SSO embedded throughout operations.Resilient systems—rapid recovery and continued service during incidents.About YouGood experience of IT management and systems administration experience in a remote-first SaaS or tech environment.Expert in Google Workspace administration and automation (APIs, scripts).Hands-on experience with MDM, IAM, and SSO tools.Strong knowledge of cybersecurity and compliance frameworks (GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2).Proven success automating IT workflows and implementing ITSM solutions.Skilled at vendor management, troubleshooting, and supporting distributed teams.Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management abilities.Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role at this time.