Head of IT | IT-Leiter*in (m/w/d)
Studierendenwerk Stuttgart AöR
Job Summary
As the Head of IT, you will lead the digital transformation of the Studierendenwerk Stuttgart, transitioning historically grown systems into a modern, standardized infrastructure. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve leading a team of five employees to manage approximately 300 clients across multiple locations while implementing a new IT service strategy focused on managed and cloud services. You will be responsible for standardizing IT processes, ensuring robust IT security and data protection, and managing the IT budget. Reporting directly to the executive management, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the organization's application landscape and digitalization projects. This position is particularly attractive for professionals seeking a purpose-driven role in the public sector that offers significant creative freedom, a structured onboarding process with mentorship, and a compensation package based on the TV-L public service collective agreement, including comprehensive benefits and a strong work-life balance.
Required Skills
Education
Successfully completed university degree or vocational training in Computer Science / IT.
Experience
- Several years of professional experience in a comparable IT leadership position or a high-level deputy role
- Proven experience in team leadership and personnel management
- Extensive experience in developing IT standards and designing IT processes
- Demonstrated track record in implementing managed services and cloud solutions
- Professional experience in leading complex IT projects
- Deep technical expertise in IT security and data privacy regulations
Languages
Additional
- The role is based in Stuttgart and offers a salary according to the TV-L E13 scale (approx. €61,900 to €82,000). Candidates must apply by April 28, 2026.