Database Administrator | Datenbankadministrator*in
Landesamt für Zentrale Polizeiliche Dienste NRW
Job Summary
This role involves managing and securing the central database systems for the North Rhine-Westphalia Police at the State Office for Central Police Services (LZPD NRW). Based in Duisburg, you will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and further development of critical database management systems (DMS). Your daily tasks include ensuring stable and economical operations, conducting backup and recovery processes, monitoring system performance, and implementing IT security and data protection requirements such as GDPR. You will also provide technical support to internal departments and projects, including troubleshooting and documentation. This position is particularly attractive due to its high level of job security within the public sector, offering a meaningful contribution to internal security. It features flexible working conditions, including mobile work options, a comprehensive company pension, and extensive professional development opportunities within a 24/7 operational environment.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent; or State-certified Technician in Communications Engineering/Computer Science; or completed vocational training in Information Technology.
Experience
- 3 years of relevant professional experience if holding a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
- 3 years of relevant professional experience in technical process operations if holding a Technician certification
- 6 years of relevant professional experience if holding a vocational qualification in Information Technology
- Experience in database operations within the public sector is preferred
- Practical experience in problem analysis and technical support
Languages
Additional
- Must be willing to undergo an extended security clearance (SÜ 2), which requires residency in Germany or an EU member state for at least the last five years. Participation in an on-call rotation is required to support 24/7 operations.
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