Head of IT and Cybersecurity

Imagine the ultimate destination for those who want to work at the cutting edge of technology, energy, and infrastructure. Hut 8 is on a mission to build and operate some of the world’s largest data centers for next-generation computing workloads, including AI, Colocation, Cloud, and Bitcoin Mining. We are proud to offer interesting and challenging opportunities for individuals who want to build teams, solve problems, and make an impact from day one. If you’re an ambitious individual looking for a career that is as rewarding as it is challenging, you’ve come to the right place.

The Head of IT and Cybersecurity will lead and oversee the technology strategy and operations, ensuring that the IT infrastructure and applications support the company’s objectives and growth ambitions. This individual will collaborate with senior leadership and department heads to develop and implement advanced IT solutions that align with the company’s goals.  

Some of the key responsibilities you should expect are the following: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.  

• Minimum of 10 years of IT experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.  

• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, software development, cloud services, and cybersecurity.  

• Proven experience with IT budgeting and vendor negotiation.  

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.  

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.  

• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.  

• Past experience in managing complex IT systems projects including but not limited to ERP systems, customer billing platforms, email and instant messaging, ITSM platforms, telephony, and contract management platforms.   

• Experience with platform integrations, APIs and single sources of truth. Testing and acceptance methodologies.  

• Experience in leading, managing or supporting IT audits including 3rd party.

This role is in office at our corporate headquarters in the Brickell area of Miami, Florida. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as paid time off. We are proud to invest in building the best team in the industry. At all levels of the organization, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, radical transparency, and relentless growth mentality.

At Hut 8, you will have the opportunity to:

▶ Work with bright, driven peers from a range of educational and professional backgrounds including software development, energy, engineering, entrepreneurship, investment banking, private equity, and management consulting

▶ Design and pitch new products, services, and other initiatives to a leadership team consisting of serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives and backed by a board of directors consisting of industry veterans of energy, finance, and government

▶ Debate ideas and alternatives in a truly meritocratic setting where the learning curve is steep and the lessons come from both senior and junior members of the team

▶ Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting-edge intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure