Tobias Golz, M.Sc.

Tobias Golz is a research associate at the Chair of Business Administration, especially Information Management, at FernUniversität in Hagen.

He gained his first experience in the IT sector during his technical college education (Fachabitur) and the associated vocational training as an IT assistant at Adolf Kolping Vocational College in Horrem. Following this, he completed an IHK-certified apprenticeship in cooperation with the municipal IT service provider kdvz Rhein-Erft-Rur while simultaneously pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at Wilhelm Büchner Hochschule in Darmstadt.

After successfully completing his apprenticeship, he remained with the kdvz Rhein-Erft-Rur, where he gained extensive professional experience in various roles. Initially, he worked in network and system administration, focusing on implementing technical security requirements. After an internal transition, he took on the role of external Information Security Officer, supporting multiple municipal administrations in their security processes. Additionally, within the data center, he serves as Business Continuity Manager.

Alongside his professional career, he completed a Master’s degree in Computer Science at FernUniversität in Hagen, graduating with distinction. Subsequently, he began an external PhD at the Chair of Business Administration, especially Information Management, and joined the team as a part-time research associate in February 2025.

Tobias Golz has also earned various certifications in different fields. His qualifications include ITIL 4 Foundation (PeopleCert), Business Continuity Manager (TÜV Nord), IT-Grundschutz Practitioner (TÜV Nord), and Data Protection Officer (TÜV Süd).

His research and teaching interests revolve around information management, with a particular focus on information security, privacy, the public sector, outsourcing, and Business/IT alignment.