Head of Infrastructure (m/f/d)
Hamburg – hybrid – starting now - full-time
About us
We are a specialized boutique consultancy with a clear focus on digital, interim management, and the implementation of change processes.
Our team consists of experienced, practice-oriented managers with digital expertise. We combine comprehensive know-how from all relevant disciplines, business areas, and industries—and use it to develop tailor-made solutions that are both strategically sound and operationally effective.
We build bridges for our customers in critical situations, create sustainable success, and strengthen the organization's ability to change in the long term.
We are looking for
To strengthen our team, we are currently looking for a Head of Infrastructure (m/f/d). In this role, you will typically be responsible for managing our clients’ IT infrastructure — from end devices and Mobile Device Management (MDM) to network and cloud architectures, all the way to information security. You will act as either a hands-on expert or a team lead, depending on the client’s needs.

Tasks
- Overall responsibility for IT infrastructures: (virtual) servers, networks, cloud environments, end devices/MDM, asset management
- Ensuring IT security standards, compliance requirements, and data protection regulations
- Planning and implementation of infrastructure projects (e.g., migrations, cloud strategies, security initiatives)
- Leading and developing infrastructure teams (5–20 people)
- Selecting and managing external service providers and partners; experience in license management and contract negotiations
- Developing standards, policies, and best practices in the areas of infrastructure and IT security
- Close collaboration with other IT departments, project management, and management teams
- Conducting technical due diligence

Profile
- Degree in (business) informatics or a comparable qualification
- Several years of leadership experience in IT infrastructure, system administration, or IT security
- In-depth knowledge of network architectures, firewalls, MDM, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP), virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V), and security
- Proven experience in leading and developing teams
- Familiarity with ITIL or ISO standards (e.g., ISO 27001) is a plus
- Strong problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and a hands-on mindset
- Very good written and spoken German and English skills
We offer
- Varied projects with lots of creative freedom
- A motivated team with flat hierarchies
- Flexible working hours and the option of mobile working
- Training opportunities and personal development options
- Attractive salary package
Interested?
We look forward to receiving your application, stating your earliest possible starting date and salary expectations.
Please send your documents to: jobs@digitalrapids.de
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