Job in Germany : Head of Data Center (f / m / d) (future IT Services)

Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main; Cataluña; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established university is seeking a Head of Computer Center to lead its IT services. This role involves strategic oversight of IT operations, managing a dedicated team, and advising university management on IT matters. You will enhance the IT service portfolio to meet the university's needs while ensuring operational security and driving technological innovation. The position offers a dynamic and engaging environment, with flexible hours and opportunities for ongoing training. Join this vibrant institution and contribute to its mission of excellence in arts and education.

Servicios

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training opportunities

Access to cultural events

Free LandesTicket Hessen

Affordable parking

Formación

• Master's or diploma in computer science or related field.
• 4+ years of IT experience with a Bachelor's degree.

Responsabilidades

• Implement IT strategy and manage IT infrastructure.
• Lead a team and oversee IT security and data protection.

Conocimientos

IT project coordination

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Service orientation

Teamwork ability

Educación

Master's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Herramientas

Linux Server

Windows Server

Cloud technologies

RHEL/CentOS

Debian

Ubuntu

TCP/IP

Firewall

VPN

Descripción del empleo

We are Hessen's university for music, theater, dance, and their sciences, training students for artistic, pedagogical, and scientific professions.

We are looking for creative and committed individuals who can actively contribute their skills, experience, and ideas to our international university team.

The HfMDK is seeking to fill the position of:

Head of Computer Center (f/m/d) (future IT Services)

Full-time, up to EG 14 TV-H, permanent

Reference number 2025-036

The Data Center department is responsible for IT operations, the development of digital services, and overall IT development of the university. As Head of the Data Center, you will play a key role: implementing the IT strategy, managing the IT infrastructure, and leading a dedicated team. You will be the central contact for IT matters and advise university management on strategic IT issues. The role offers scope for strategic realignment of the IT department.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Strategic & overarching tasks:
2. Advising the Vice President for University Development and Digitalization as the Presidential CIO
3. Developing and implementing the IT strategy in coordination with the CIO
4. Enhancing the IT service portfolio to meet university needs and managing the IT infrastructure, including security concepts
5. Budget management, IT controlling, and resource optimization

1. Operational & management tasks:
2. Managing the current four-person team, developing team structures and processes
3. Serving as escalation point for 2nd level support
4. Overseeing IT security, data backup, data protection, and emergency management
5. Driving technological innovation, procedural improvements, and operational security
6. Planning, monitoring, and controlling departmental goals
7. Developing and overseeing service level agreements
8. Managing IT projects in collaboration with the CIO and DTO
9. Communicating proactively within the team, with the university, and with partners

Your Profile:

• Completed relevant university degree (Master's or diploma) in computer science or comparable field
• Alternatively, a Bachelor's or FH diploma with at least four years of IT experience
• Management experience in strategic and operational roles is advantageous
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience in Networks, Linux/Windows Server, Cloud technologies/infrastructures, RHEL/CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu
• Experience with servers, storage, virtualization, IT operations, service desk, security, and network infrastructure (TCP/IP, switching, routing, firewall, VPN)
• Proven experience in IT project coordination and multi-project management
• Fluent in German and English
• Experience with university structures is a plus
• High initiative, analytical skills, and service orientation
• Negotiation skills and sense of responsibility
• Excellent communication skills
• Teamwork ability

Our Offer:

• Engaging and diverse role in an artistic environment
• Attractive pay scale up to group 14 TV-H, based on qualifications
• Flexible, family-friendly hours and mobile work options
• Supportive culture within an open-minded, motivated team
• Opportunities for ongoing training
• Access to cultural events, performances, and concerts at the university
• Free LandesTicket Hessen and affordable parking

The HfMDK values diversity and promotes equal rights. We support work-life balance and encourage applications from qualified women. People with disabilities will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified.

We look forward to receiving your application with relevant documents via our online portal by 23.05.2025.

Ms. Brigitte Binder, Vice President for University Development and Digitalization, is available for questions via email: (emailprotected).

Data protection notice: By submitting your application, you consent to personal data processing for the application process. This consent can be revoked at any time in writing or electronically. Note that withdrawal means your application cannot be considered further. You have rights to data erasure, rectification, transfer, and information about your data.