Computer scientist (m/f/d) in business continuity management

Computer scientist (m/f/d) in business continuity management Work location: Stuttgart, Heidehofstraße 20 Profession or vocation – why not both? The Evangelical Upper Church Council manages the state church administration. It advises parishes, church districts, and church institutions on theological and legal issues. The Upper Church Council is responsible for supervising the administration of the church districts and parishes as well as the state church's works and institutions, and for supervising the employees of the state church.
For Department 7.4 "Information Technology Regional Church and OKR," we are looking for a computer scientist (m/f/d) in business continuity management to start as soon as possible, with a full-time position.

What you will be responsible for

• Maintaining business operations even in the event of serious disruptions to information processing
• Developing and updating business continuity management at the Evangelical Upper Church Council and supporting the specialist departments in the introduction of new procedures
• Identifying and evaluating the possible consequences of IT system disruptions on business operations
• Creating business continuity and recovery plans and regularly reviewing them with the help of emergency tests
• Advising departments on setting up and maintaining organization-wide emergency management
• Working with the information security management team, the information security officer, and IT administrators
• Collaborating with IT administrators on the implementation of measures and recovery exercises

What you bring to the table

• Degree in (business) information technology or administrative sciences with a focus on information technology or a similar field, or a comparable qualification
• Knowledge of ITIL Foundation
• Experience in information security and emergency management
• Good communication skills
• Experience in recording and analyzing processes
• Up-to-date knowledge/experience in the administration of Windows servers and networks
• We expect you to be a member of a church affiliated with the ACK

Reasons to work for us

• Attractive remuneration: We offer you a permanent position. The position and remuneration are based on the Church Employment Regulations (in accordance with TVöD-VKA), and the position is classified in pay grade 12
• Meaningful work: You can expect a varied and diverse job that offers meaning and fulfillment
• Flexible working hours: Upon individual agreement, you have the option of working from home and digitally
• All-inclusive: Enjoy all the benefits of public service social benefits, e.g., company pension, capital-forming benefits, special leave in accordance with church law, and vacation regulations above the minimum vacation entitlement. You will also receive extensive training and development opportunities as well as personal staff development programs
• Mobile on the go: To help you get from A to B comfortably, we support you with a subsidy for your job ticket. Do you prefer to travel by bike? No problem, we offer you the option of e-bike leasing

Sounds like your calling?
Then apply exclusively online at via our online application process. Applications from people with severe disabilities are welcome.
We look forward to receiving your application by February 6, 2026, quoting reference number.

Any questions...?

Human Resources: Uwe Wachtler | Phone
Department: Thomas Vaßen | Phone

What happens next?

Once we have received your application and the application deadline has passed, we will contact you and, if everything fits, invite you to an interview.