Head of Austrian IT and Lufthansa Group Integration | Head of Austrian IT & Lufthansa Group Integration (80-100%, all genders)

Deutsche Lufthansa AG

Wien Flughafen, Österreich
Published Nov 25, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This senior leadership role requires an expert IT professional to simultaneously manage and optimize Austrian IT operations while driving critical integration into the Lufthansa Group (LHG) IT framework. Day-to-day responsibilities involve designing, implementing, and optimizing local IT processes, managing the application portfolio, and developing comprehensive IT strategy, including cybersecurity measures. A significant focus is placed on implementing global IT service strategies, aligning initiatives with corporate goals, and enforcing governance and policies across the organization. The successful candidate will lead digitalization initiatives, manage complex IT projects, and oversee infrastructure transitions using strong change management skills. This position demands a strategic, process-oriented leader with 10+ years of IT experience, including 5+ years in management, and the ability to communicate persuasively across all organizational levels. Fluency in both German and English is mandatory for high-level negotiation and liaison activities.

Required Skills

Education

Not specified

Experience

  • 10+ years in IT
  • 5+ years in a leadership role
  • Professional experience leading diverse teams in complex environments
  • Professional experience in cross-functional and process-oriented work

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Unrestricted access to the Austrian labor market