Head of IT | IT-Leitung (w/m/d)

Verbraucherzentrale NRW e.V. Geschäftsstelle

Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published May 20, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

Lead the digital transformation for consumer protection as the Head of IT. You will manage the IT department, overseeing teams for endpoint systems, infrastructure, software development, and support, aiming to create a modern, secure, and agile IT environment. This role requires a strategic leader with a Master's degree in Computer Science, proven experience in personnel management and complex IT projects, and expertise in Azure Cloud, Private Cloud (OpenStack), Linux/Open Source, and at least one high-level programming language. You will be responsible for IT strategy, process modeling (BPMN), agile methodologies, and ensuring data security and DSGVO compliance. If you are a communicative, results-oriented individual eager to drive innovation and represent the organization externally, this is a unique opportunity to shape the future of consumer protection.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science

Experience

  • Professional experience in IT leadership
  • Proven success in personnel management
  • Proven success in managing complex IT projects
  • Experience with Azure Cloud and Private Cloud (OpenStack) environments
  • Experience in the Linux/Open Source area
  • Experience with at least one high-level programming language
  • Experience in process analysis and modeling (BPMN)
  • Experience in steering agile processes

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Must be willing to continuously learn about new IT trends and methods. Willingness to travel for external representation at conferences and expert discussions. Applications from people with disabilities are welcome.