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Harry Barth

@harrybarth

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I lead IT strategy, security, cloud transformation, and cost-efficient operations.

Germany

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What I'm looking for

I seek a strategic IT leadership role where I can drive digital transformation, bolster security, optimize costs, lead teams, and deliver measurable ROI within a collaborative, future-focused organization.

I am an experienced Head of IT with over 25 years leading IT strategy, operations and IT security across complex organizations.

I have led digital transformation initiatives, cloud migrations and security-hardening projects, introduced ERP and collaboration platforms, and delivered measurable outcomes, inklusive Reduktion der IT-Betriebskosten um XX % sowie Optimierungen bei Lizenz- und Wartungsverträgen.

I build and lead IT teams, manage cross-functional collaboration with executives and finance, and apply crisis management and change leadership to position organizations technologically and structurally for the future.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Head of IT

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Wealth Collect Holding GmbH

Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Strategic and operational responsibility for IT infrastructure, security and cloud; built and led the IT team and implemented IT standards and processes to improve efficiency and compliance.

IT strategy Security Infrastructure Team Leadership Project Management Windows Linux HelpDesk+

IT System-Techniker

Schwarz Computer Systeme GmbH

Mar 2022 - Mar 2024 (2 years)

Provided deployment and support for cashless payment systems, performed onsite hardware/software installations and 1st–3rd level remote troubleshooting, and trained staff to ensure reliable client operations.

Payment Systems Installation POS Training

Inside Sales Consultant

Schmer.IT GmbH

Aug 2020 - Dec 2020 (4 months)

Systematic acquisition of new customers, identification of customer needs, led contract negotiations and managed ongoing customer relationships to drive sales growth.

Sales Customer Acquisition Contract Negotiation Account Management CRM Product Presentations Communication

Field Sales Representative

Mars

Jun 2012 - Mar 2020 (7 years 9 months)

Managed territory sales and key accounts, executed product presentations and customer engagement activities to achieve sales targets and strengthen retailer relationships.

Field Sales Territory Management Account Management Negotiation Customer Relations CRM Reporting

New Media Consultant

MediaMarkt Deutschland

Apr 2009 - Jan 2012 (2 years 9 months)

Advised on new media initiatives and supported digital customer engagement and multimedia campaigns to enhance in-store and online presence.

Digital Media New Media Consulting Customer Engagement Product Promotion Multimedia Campaigns

IT Consultant

Freelancer

Aug 2002 - Jan 2012 (9 years 5 months)

Delivered IT strategy and digital transformation projects including budget planning, cost optimization, cybersecurity, cloud architecture and infrastructure modernization for SMB clients.