Network Specialist

Quick Facts

Network Specialist (m/w/d)

Description

You will manage and continuously develop the IT infrastructure across office locations, mobile workplaces, and data center sites. The role focuses on coordinating IT projects, integrating applications with servers, gateways, and virtual desktops, and implementing data security measures with IT leadership. You will also support employees with First- and Second-Level support when needed and steer external providers for 3rd-Level support.

Responsibilities

• Administer, document, and continuously improve the IT infrastructure on-site, on mobile workstations, and at data center locations
• Collaborate closely with other IT areas in science to improve the overall IT structure
• Coordinate and steer all ongoing IT projects
• Integrate applications, including related servers, gateways, and virtual desktops
• Concept and implement data security measures with the IT leadership
• Manage external service providers in 3rd-Level support
• Provide First- and Second-Level support for employees when needed

Requirements

• Completed degree in computer science or comparable qualification with several years of professional experience
• Extensive practical experience in planning and managing IT systems
• Team orientation and strong IT affinity
• Willingness to take on leadership roles, plus strong analytical and communication skills
• Independent, structured, and reliable working style with high engagement and motivation
• Ideally: knowledge of scalable storage systems, replication topologies, backup systems, enterprise Wi-Fi management, centralized monitoring systems, and centralized firewall management

Benefits

• Attractive, performance-based compensation and additional benefits
• Flexible working hours and the option for mobile work
• Company events, shared activities, and a positive work environment
• Internal training for personal and professional development
• Opportunity to take responsibility in a dynamic, creative research environment
• Good public transport connections, as well as parking for car and bicycle storage
• Collegial atmosphere with respect and working at eye level