Firewall Expert and Network Security Specialist | Firewall-Experte mit Schwerpunkt Netzwerksicherheit (m/w/d)

Job Summary

Join the Municipal Information Technology and Telecommunications (KITT) department in Jena, a city known for innovation and quality of life. In this role, you will be responsible for the independent operation and administration of network infrastructure, specifically focusing on Palo Alto Networks. Your day-to-day tasks involve planning and implementing complex security architectures within a Zero-Trust strategy, managing firewall policies, and handling incident responses. You will also drive efficiency through automation using Python and Ansible to orchestrate configurations and manage APIs. This position is ideal for a seasoned technical expert who enjoys designing secure network segments and ensuring high availability across on-premise and cloud environments. Working within a team of 60 specialists, you will support the IT infrastructure for over 2,000 workstations across 140 locations. The role offers a permanent contract, flexible working hours, and the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking municipal environment dedicated to excellence in IT security.