IT Administrator | Fachinformatikerin als IT-Administratorin (w/m/d)

Dt Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY Personalabteilung

Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland
Published Jan 29, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This critical IT Administrator role focuses on the robust administration and maintenance of large computing systems, specializing heavily in Linux environments. Day-to-day responsibilities include deep-level Linux administration, covering kernel configuration, and leveraging strong expertise in UNIX/Linux Shell Scripting for operational efficiency. A core function involves implementing and maintaining automated system management and installation processes using tools such as FAI, Ansible, and Puppet. The administrator will also provide multi-year user support and manage administration tasks for Windows and macOS systems, while ensuring compliance with current IT security techniques. This position requires specific experience with modular small computers and systems based on carrier racks, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively to solve complex problems. The role is unique as it requires deployment capability in specialized technical environments, including underground tunnel facilities and accelerator rooms.

Required Skills

Education

Completed training as an IT Specialist for System Integration or equivalent specialist knowledge, skills, and experience.

Experience

  • Long-term professional experience in Linux administration of large computing systems
  • Multi-year experience in user support
  • Experience with modular small computers
  • Experience with systems on carrier basis (Baugruppenträgerbasis)
  • Professional experience in installation and configuration of systems

Languages

English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Ability to be deployed in technical accelerator rooms (including underground tunnel facilities).