CareerPlan

Head of Infrastructure Operations (m/w/d)

Köln, NORDRHEIN_WESTFALENFull-time2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Strategic leadership and operational management of IT and OT infrastructure services in a regulated industrial environment, ensuring performance, security, and cost-efficiency across a multi-cloud landscape.

Role type

Senior leadership IC (Head of Infrastructure Operations)

Builds

Stable, secure, and cost-efficient IT/OT infrastructure services for a global food & beverage group

Domain

Industrial IT/OT, Multi-cloud, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Operations

Deliverable

infrastructure

Required skills

Multi-cloud operations (AWS/Azure), Network & Security, IT/OT infrastructure management, Team leadership, Budget management, Vendor management, Compliance & Risk management, Incident response, Strategic planning

Preferred skills

ITIL, Project Management, NIS2, KRITIS, ISO 27001, ISO 62443, AI/Automation affinity, Polish language

Technologies

AWS, Microsoft Azure, Cisco, Palo Alto, IoT, OT networks

Responsibilities

Oversee strategic direction and daily operations of Infrastructure Services; Lead and develop a team of ~20 staff; Manage multi-cloud, network, security, and on-prem compute environments; Ensure compliance with security and regulatory standards (NIS2, KRITIS, ISO); Drive budget planning and vendor performance; Represent the department to senior management and external partners.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on leader with strategic scope