IT Specialist - Sustainable IT Infrastructure | Informatiker (m/w/d)
Universität zu Köln
Job Summary
This role at the University and City Library of Cologne involves strategically advancing and transforming the IT infrastructure of a leading academic institution. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing existing IT systems, developing strategic roadmaps, and implementing future-proof storage solutions, including backup and long-term archiving. Key responsibilities also include evaluating and integrating new technologies, such as container platforms and AI applications, and managing complex system migrations. This position is ideal for a professional who can combine conceptual planning with hands-on technical implementation, advise leadership on IT strategy, and contribute to a sustainable technological future within a dynamic university environment. It offers a challenging role within a supportive team, promoting work-life balance and professional development.
Required Skills
Education
Master's or Diploma degree in Computer Science, Information Science, Engineering, or a comparable field
Experience
- Several years of practical experience in strategic planning and implementation of complex IT infrastructures
- Professional experience in creating technical concepts, decision-making documents, and third-party funding applications (advantageous)
- Familiarity with IT security standards (ISO/IEC 27001, IT-Grundschutz), certification requirements, and regulatory frameworks (OAIS, DIN 31644) (desirable)
Languages
Additional
- Not specified
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