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

Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main; Salamanca; Híbrido; EUR 45.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established university seeks a Head of Computer Center to lead their IT services. This engaging role involves strategic management of IT operations, enhancing digital services, and advising university leadership on IT matters. You will manage a dedicated team while driving technological innovations and ensuring robust IT infrastructure. With flexible working hours and a supportive team culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an artistic environment while shaping the future of IT at the university. If you are passionate about technology and education, this is the perfect role for you.

Servicios

Flexible Working Hours

Remote Work Options

Ongoing Training Opportunities

Free LandesTicket Hessen

Affordable Parking

Formación

• Completed relevant university degree in computer science or comparable field.
• Management experience in strategic and operational roles is advantageous.
• Extensive knowledge in networks, security, and IT infrastructure.

Responsabilidades

• Advising on IT strategy and managing IT infrastructure.
• Leading a four-person team and overseeing IT projects.
• Ensuring IT security, data protection, and emergency management.

Conocimientos

IT Project Coordination

Network Management

Linux/Windows Server

Cloud Technologies

Security Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Educación

Master's in Computer Science

Bachelor's/FH Diploma with IT Experience

Herramientas

TCP/IP

VPN

Firewalling

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 seeking creative and committed individuals who can actively contribute their skills, experience, and ideas to our international university team.

The HfMDK is looking for the next possible date for a

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

full-time, up to EG 14 TV-H, permanent position

Reference number 2025-036

The Data Center department is responsible for IT operations, the development of digital services, and the 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.

Your main responsibilities include:

1. Strategic & overarching tasks:
2. Advising the Vice President for University Development and Digitalization in her role as Presidential CIO
3. Developing and implementing the IT strategy in close coordination with the CIO
4. Enhancing the IT service portfolio, aligning with university needs, managing IT infrastructure, and implementing 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. Responsibility for IT security, data backup, data protection, and emergency management
5. Driving technological innovations, procedures, and operational security
6. Planning, monitoring, and controlling departmental goals
7. Developing and overseeing service level agreements
8. Managing IT projects collaboratively with the CIO and DTO
9. Proactive communication within the team, with university stakeholders, and partners

Your profile:

• Completed relevant university degree (Master's or diploma) in computer science or a comparable field, or a Bachelor's/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, virtualization, security, and network infrastructure (TCP/IP, switching, routing, firewalling, VPN)
• Experience in IT project coordination and multi-project management
• Proficiency in German and English
• Experience with university structures is a plus
• High initiative, analytical skills, service orientation, negotiation skills, and responsibility
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team

Our offer:

• Engaging and diverse role in an artistic environment
• Attractive salary scale up to pay group 14 TV-H, based on qualifications
• Flexible, family-friendly working hours and remote work options
• Supportive, open-minded team culture
• Opportunities for ongoing training and cultural engagement
• Free LandesTicket Hessen and affordable parking

We value diversity and promote equal rights for all genders. 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 your application with meaningful documents via our online portal by 23.05.2025.

For questions about the role, contact Ms. Brigitte Binder, Vice President for University Development and Digitalization, via email: (emailprotected)

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