IT Systems Engineering Lead Location: Reading (Office-based with occasional home working opportunities)Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per weekStart Date: ASAP (Ideally September/October)Contract Duration: 12 months, with potential for extensionSalary: 84,200 - 114,000 per annum (negotiable for exceptional candidates) About the Role We are seeking an experienced IT Systems Engineering Lead to join a major project delivery team and provide technical leadership across IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, and Operational Technology (OT) integration. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the quality, integrity, security, and compliance of IT systems throughout both project execution and operational environments. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping technical standards, driving best practices, and ensuring seamless integration between enterprise IT and industrial OT systems. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership and Governance Lead the assurance of IT systems design and engineering activities, ensuring solutions meet performance, reliability, security, and compliance requirements. Own and develop project IT Systems standards, ensuring alignment with industry regulations, cybersecurity requirements, and regional data protection legislation. Optimise technical standards and design approaches to deliver cost-effective and scalable solutions. Identify and resolve design issues during early project phases, including Pre-FEED and ..... full job details .....