Head of IT Infrastructure and Cyber Security

Job Overview:

University College Birmingham is a leading institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, learning and innovation. With a diverse and growing community of students and staff, we are committed to delivering outstanding digital services that empower learning, collaboration, and discovery.

As we continue to expand our digital capabilities, we are seeking a experienced Head of IT Infrastructure and Cyber Security to lead the strategic development, resilience, and security of our technology environment.

The role will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, availability, and security of the University’s digital infrastructure, driving forward a programme of continuous improvement, innovation, and cyber resilience.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience of working as a leader within IT Services roles, along with managing and leading on transformational projects and change across institutions.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 29 days’ paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions
    • LGPS – 20.9%
  • Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
  • Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
  • Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
  • Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
  • A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle.
  • Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
  • Free on-site gym membership

Closing Date: 21 June 2026

Interview Dates: 2 July 2026

Standard Information:

UCB is an equal opportunities employer.

University College Birmingham is proud to be TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating

UCB has achieved the Investors in Diversity Bronze Award.

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