IT Systems Administrator

Quick Facts

Role: IT Systems Administrator (on-site, full-time, permanent)

Focus: Server/system administration, virtualization, Microsoft Exchange, Windows/Active Directory, SQL Server, networking/VPN, security policies, and user support

Description

Administer, monitor, and maintain the server and system landscape, including virtualization environments and backup operations. Operate and support Microsoft Exchange, SQL Server databases, Windows client/server systems with Active Directory, network infrastructure, IP telephony, and VPN connections. Implement and maintain security guidelines while supporting users with technical questions and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Administration, monitoring, and maintenance of server and system landscape
• Operate and maintain virtualization environments
• Plan, execute, and verify data backups using standard backup systems
• Manage and maintain the Microsoft Exchange environment
• Install, configure, and update PCs, servers, and Microsoft products
• Set up and maintain networks; configure switches and hubs
• Set up and maintain VPN connections
• Administer SQL Server databases
• Set up, manage, and support IP telephony systems
• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot printers and multifunction devices
• Implement and maintain security policies
• Manage users and permissions in Active Directory
• Support and maintain ERP and document management systems; analyze processes and interfaces
• Document system changes, installations, and technical procedures
• Support end users with technical questions and incidents

Requirements

• Completed training as an IT specialist (Fachinformatiker) or comparable qualification
• Several years of experience administering complex IT infrastructures
• Solid virtualization knowledge
• Experience with backup systems
• Confident with Microsoft Exchange administration
• SQL Server administration knowledge
• Experience creating and programming Microsoft Access databases
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Windows client/server and Active Directory
• Experience with network technology (switches, hubs) and IP telephony
• Knowledge setting up and maintaining VPN connections
• Understanding of ERP systems and workflows
• Experience working with IT security solutions
• Structured, service-oriented working style and strong teamwork
• German language skills (required)
• Willingness to commute or plan relocation to 07549 Gera before start (required)

Benefits

• Modern IT environment and room for initiative and responsibility
• Experienced, committed team and good working atmosphere
• Flexible working hours and family-friendly scheduling
• 38-hour work week
• Home office 2 days per week
• Job bike leasing, CrossFit training, optional fuel voucher, and daycare allowance
• Attractive performance-based terms and team events