IT Application Manager - Control Systems | IT-Application Manager Leittechnik (m/w/d)
DEKRA Arbeit GmbH
Job Summary
As an IT Application Manager for Control Systems, you will be responsible for the operation, support, and continuous development of SCADA and process control systems. Your day-to-day work involves ensuring system availability through troubleshooting, performing error analysis, and managing releases, updates, and maintenance windows. You will design and optimize interfaces between control systems and other enterprise platforms, such as asset management and reporting tools. A critical component of this role is implementing IT security measures, including patching, system hardening, and backup management. You will also act as a key liaison for internal departments, manage external vendors, and lead sub-projects related to digitalization and system integration. This position is ideal for a professional with a background in automation or production-related IT who excels at balancing technical deep-dives with stakeholder communication. You will work in a stable, permanent environment that values professional growth, offering flexible working conditions and comprehensive benefits within a leading European personnel services organization.
Required Skills
Education
Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or a comparable vocational qualification such as IT Specialist for System Integration.
Experience
- Several years of professional experience in application support
- Professional experience in control systems (SCADA) or production-related IT environments
- Experience in IT infrastructure management, including network and database systems
- Experience in managing external service providers and manufacturers
- Experience in IT security implementation and system hardening
Languages
Additional
- Valid work permit for Germany is required. Knowledge of KRITIS (Critical Infrastructure) and IT/OT security standards is considered a significant advantage.
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