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

Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main; Tarragona; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading university in Hessen is seeking a Head of Computer Center to oversee IT operations and strategy. The role involves managing a team, advising university management, and enhancing IT services. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and extensive IT experience, including management skills. The position offers a creative environment and opportunities for professional development.

Servicios

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training opportunities

Access to cultural events

Free LandesTicket Hessen

Formación

• Management experience in strategic and operational roles is advantageous.
• Extensive knowledge in IT, including Networks and security.

Responsabilidades

• Implementing IT strategy and managing IT infrastructure.
• Leading a four-person team and overseeing IT security.

Conocimientos

Management

IT Strategy

Communication

Analytical Skills

Service Orientation

Educación

Master's or diploma in computer science

Bachelor's degree or FH diploma

Herramientas

Linux

Windows Server

Cloud technologies

TCP/IP

Firewalls

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 dedicated individuals who can contribute their skills, experience, and ideas to our international university team.

The HfMDK is looking for the next available date for a

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 manages IT operations, develops digital services, and oversees the university's overall IT development. As Head of the Data Center, you will play a key role: responsible for 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 creative 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 to align with 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 an 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, managing, and monitoring departmental goals
7. Developing and overseeing service level agreements
8. Managing IT projects in collaboration with the CIO and DTO
9. Ensuring proactive communication within the team, across the university, and with partners

Your profile:

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

Our offer includes:

• An engaging role in an artistic environment
• Attractive pay scale up to group 14 of the collective agreement for public service in Hesse (TV-H), depending on qualifications
• Flexible and family-friendly working hours, with options for mobile work
• Supportive and open-minded team culture
• Opportunities for ongoing training
• Access to cultural events, performances, and concerts at the university
• Free LandesTicket Hessen and low-cost parking

The HfMDK champions diversity, tolerance, and equal rights. We support our staff in balancing work and family life. Applications from qualified women are especially encouraged. People with disabilities within the meaning of Section 2 (2) and (3) SGB IX will be given preference 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 to answer questions about the role at (emailprotected).

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