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Head of IT Office  

CERGE-EI is a joint workplace of the Center for Economic Research and Doctoral Studies of Charles University and the Institute of Economics of the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, v.v.i. and has long been ranked among the institutions producing the highest quality economic research. CERGE-EI connects education and cutting-edge research in all areas of theoretical and empirical economics, including areas related to economic development and public policies.

For the position of Head of IT Office, we are looking for a colleague who will become a solid part of the broader management of the institution and ensure the smooth operation of its IT. If you have demonstrable experience in team leadership, project management, in-depth knowledge of IT issues and you enjoy working in an international academic environment, we are looking for you

What will you be responsible for?

  • Managing the overall IT operations, including strategic planning and budget oversight.
  • Leading a small and skilled team of IT specialists (6 people).
  • Collaborating with service providers at Charles University, the Czech Academy of Sciences, and external vendors for hardware, software, and licensing.
  • Preparing and administrating public IT tenders (including drafting tender documentation).
  • Driving IT development projects through project management, analysis, and hands-on implementation.
  • Overseeing IT security, including risk management, continuous updates of security policies, business continuity planning, disaster recovery plans, penetration testing, and security audits.
  • Supporting the development of our internal workflow system in collaboration with an external supplier.
  • Installing, configuring, and administrating Linux servers and associated system applications (e.g., radius, OSSEC HIDS, PWM portal, DNS, EPM, Postfix, Squid, stunnel, Veeam Backup, syslog).
  • Managing and developing core network systems (firewalls, routers, backbone switches, Wi-Fi, email gateway, Active Directory, Microsoft 365).
  • Acting as the organization’s Data Protection Coordinator (GDPR), in cooperation with the DPO at Charles University and relevant authorities at the Czech Academy of Sciences.
  • Maintaining comprehensive system and user documentation and ensuring knowledge transfer within the team.

What do we expect from you?

  • A university degree in a technical field.
  • Strong command of English for both written and spoken communication.
  • Proven managerial experience and project management skills.
  • Broad IT expertise, including security, networking, servers, applications, and backups.
  • In-depth knowledge of IT security, risk management, business continuity, NIS2 requirements, and GDPR compliance.
  • Hands-on experience with network management (configuration and troubleshooting).
  • Proficiency in administering server operating systems (Linux and Windows).
  • Independence, reliability, precision, and a systematic approach to work.
  • A proactive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to learn.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What do we offer?

  • Full-time employment.
  • A one-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension to an indefinite period.
  • Meaningful and responsible work in a supportive and friendly environment.
  • The backing of a stable, internationally recognized academic institution.
  • Flexible working hours and occasional remote work.
  • Opportunities for professional training and personal development.
  • A central Prague location.
  • Five weeks of paid vacation plus additional personal development days.
  • Dog-friendly office environment.
  • Contribution toward a MultiSport card and other benefits.

Start date: Upon agreement.

Starting salary: CZK 65,000–75,000 per month (depending on education and experience).

If you are interested, please send your CV and cover letter by May 13, 2025 to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Please note: CERGE-EI reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any time without providing a reason.

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