Head of IT Department - User Services and Systems Administration | Sachgebietsleiter/in Informationstechnik / Kommunikationstechnik - Benutzerservice und (m/w/d)

Stadt Troisdorf

Troisdorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Mar 24, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This leadership role involves overseeing the User Services and Systems Administration departments for the City of Troisdorf. You will be responsible for ensuring smooth IT operations, maintaining high levels of IT security, and managing the digital infrastructure that supports the city's administration. Day-to-day, you will lead a dedicated team, steer complex IT projects using various methodologies (classic, agile, hybrid), and manage vendor contracts and licensing. A key focus is the strategic modernization of the city's digital services and the implementation of robust cybersecurity standards. This position is particularly attractive as it offers a high degree of creative freedom in a public service environment, providing job security, flexible working hours, home office options, and comprehensive benefits like a company bike and pension schemes. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the digital future of a growing city located between Cologne and Bonn.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable qualification.

Experience

  • At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in a leading IT function
  • Several years of leadership experience in IT organizations, ideally within the public sector
  • Extensive experience in managing IT infrastructure and server administration
  • Proven track record in IT security standards and information security management systems
  • Demonstrated experience in managing IT projects and public sector procurement
  • Professional experience in software distribution and database maintenance

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must have knowledge of public sector financial systems and procurement law. Position allows for full-time or job-sharing part-time arrangements. Location: Troisdorf, Germany.