Linux and Proxmox System Administrator | Systemadministrator/-in Linux und Proxmox (m/w/d)
Landeshauptstadt Stuttgart Haupt- und Personalamt
Job Summary
As a Linux and Proxmox System Administrator for the City of Stuttgart's IT department (DO.IT), you will play a vital role in ensuring the stability and security of municipal digital infrastructure. Your daily responsibilities include operating Linux servers, managing virtual machines and containers, and administering critical network services such as DNS, DHCP, and mail gateways. You will be responsible for enhancing IT security by performing audits and aligning systems with BSI standards. The role involves proactive monitoring, backup management, and troubleshooting to maintain seamless operations. This position is particularly attractive due to its permanent contract status, public service benefits (TVöD), and the opportunity to work with modern virtualization technologies like Proxmox in a mission-critical environment that serves the public interest of a major German city.
Required Skills
Education
University degree (Bachelor) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a completed vocational training as an IT Specialist for System Integration (Fachinformatiker Systemintegration).
Experience
- Multiple years of professional experience in Linux server administration (specifically Debian)
- Experience in managing virtualization environments such as Proxmox or VMware
- Professional experience in configuring DNS, DHCP, and mail gateways
- Experience in IT security, ideally following BSI guidelines or KRITIS standards
- Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience if applying with a vocational qualification (Fachinformatiker)
- Familiarity with monitoring and analysis tools like Wireshark or Icinga
Languages
Additional
- Work location is Stuttgart, Germany. The position is permanent and full-time. Candidates must be able to adhere to BSI IT-Grundschutz security standards.
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