Head of IT

Verda is scaling quickly across infrastructure, customers, geographies, and headcount. The internal technology environment needs to keep pace.

We're looking for a Head of IT to take ownership of Verda's internal IT function end-to-end, from identity and access management through to SaaS, devices, corporate infrastructure, vendors, controls, and the processes that keep the organisation operating securely.

This is a senior role with significant autonomy. We need someone who can build the IT to function in a rapidly scaling environment rather than simply operate an existing one. You'll work closely with Security, Compliance, and People, and you'll be expected to make sound technical and operational decisions without waiting for a playbook.

We're ambitious, curious, and pragmatic builders. We operate with low hierarchy, high ownership, and a strong bias for action.

Your Responsibilities

In this role, you will own and deliver Verda's internal IT strategy, operations and technology roadmap.

You Will

Own Verda's internal corporate IT strategy and operating model as Verda scalesBuild and operate a secure, reliable, and scalable internal IT environmentOwn identity and access management, device and endpoint management, and core SaaS systemsAdvance and maintain IT policies, standards, controls, and operational processesOwn onboarding, offboarding, device lifecycle, and employee IT processesPartner closely with Security and Compliance on IT security controls and compliance requirementsOwn remediation of IT-related risks and control gapsEstablish appropriate backup, recovery, business continuity, and disaster recovery processes for the corporate IT structureOwn the selection, implementation, and lifecycle management of critical IT systemsManage IT vendors, contracts, procurement, and performanceAct as the escalation point for complex IT incidents and failuresEstablish repeatable processes and standards that can operate across a growing international organisationProvide technical recommendations and risk assessments to leadershipContinuously evaluate Verda's internal technology stack and remove unnecessary complexity

Your key competencies

Demonstrated ability to own an IT function or significant IT environment end-to-endDeep technical understanding of identity and access management, endpoint management, SaaS, networking, and IT infrastructureStrong understanding of IT security, access control, authentication, device security, and operational riskAbility to design and implement secure IT environments rather than simply operate existing onesStrong technical judgement and ability to make high-impact decisions independentlyStrong understanding of how IT controls support security and compliance requirementsAbility to identify risks before they become incidents and drive remediation through to completionAbility to translate technical risks and trade-offs into clear business decisionsStrong vendor management and commercial judgementAbility to balance strategic priorities with hands-on operational requirementsStrong leadership and stakeholder management skillsExperience supporting international or distributed organisationsComfortable operating with incomplete information and making decisions quickly

Experience in building and operating an IT function in a rapidly scaling technology companyExperience operating a cloud-first, SaaS-heavy environmentStrong experience with IAM, SSO, MDM, and endpoint managementExperience implementing IT controls within security or compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001 or SOC 2Experience designing business continuity, disaster recovery, and incident response processesExperience managing significant IT vendors and budgetsExperience hiring and leading an IT teamExperience working closely with Security and Compliance teamsExperience in cloud infrastructure, data centers, or another technically complex environment

Practicalities

Location: Helsinki, Finland or London, UKHybrid mode: Working 3 days a week from our Helsinki or London officeEmployment type: Full-time and permanent

What's Next

We're building fast and this role needs the right person behind it. There's no artificial deadline, but when we find who we're looking for, we move.

If this sounds like your next move, apply now.

Please submit your application through our Careers page. We don't accept applications sent by email.