Ensure the stable, secure, and scalable operation of our Microsoft Azure, hybrid cloud, and connected on-premises environments
Further develop our Azure platform strategy in close collaboration with IT Architecture, IT Security, and relevant stakeholders
Manage and optimize core Azure services, including Landing Zones, networking, identity and access management, governance, and monitoring
Ensure the seamless integration of Azure with on-premises infrastructure , particularly across networking, security, backup, and operational processes
Establish and evolve standards for governance, security controls, automation, and FinOps , for example through Infrastructure as Code, self-service models, and standardized platform blueprints
Plan and coordinate patching, lifecycle, and modernization initiatives for cloud and data center services
Further develop an effective operating model for hybrid environments, including monitoring, incident, change, and availability management
Ensure robust backup, restore, disaster recovery, and business continuity capabilities for cloud and on-premises workloads
Lead and develop the team both functionally and disciplinarily , while overseeing external partners, resources, budgets, and service quality
Several years of experience in a leadership role within Microsoft Azure, Cloud Operations, Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure, or IT infrastructure operations
Strong expertise in operating and further developing Microsoft Azure platforms and hybrid cloud operating models
Solid experience with key Azure domains, including Landing Zones, governance, networking, identity management, security, monitoring, and FinOps
Good understanding of the integration of Azure with on-premises infrastructures , particularly across networking, Active Directory / Entra ID , backup, monitoring, and security
Experience in operating data center and platform services , including compute, storage, virtualization, networking, backup, disaster recovery, and high availability
Practical experience with ITSM processes , such as incident, problem, change, capacity, and availability management, ideally in line with ITIL-based standards
Experience with automation and Infrastructure as Code , for example using Terraform, Bicep, ARM Templates, PowerShell, or similar technologies
Good understanding of cloud security, compliance, governance, cost optimization, and operational risk mitigation in hybrid environments
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills , as well as experience in managing external service providers
Very good German and English language skills , combined with a degree in computer science, business informatics, or a comparable qualification
