Firewall Administrator | Firewalladministrator:in (w/m/d)
Landschaftsverband Westfalen- Lippe (LWL)
Job Summary
As a Firewall Administrator at LWL.IT, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the organization's digital infrastructure. Your primary responsibilities include the administration, monitoring, and ongoing development of a centralized firewall environment, with a specific focus on implementing a new two-tier security concept. You will ensure the performance, integrity, and high availability of hardware and software systems while proactively managing complex troubleshooting scenarios. This position is ideal for a dedicated IT professional who thrives on technical challenges and wants to contribute to a stable, public-sector environment. You will be supported by a structured onboarding process and benefit from flexible working models, including remote work options, competitive public service compensation (TVöD), and long-term job security. The role requires a strong technical background in firewall management and high-availability solutions, combined with a commitment to maintaining robust security standards for sensitive data.
Required Skills
Education
University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics; OR completed vocational training as an IT Specialist (Fachinformatiker), IT Systems Clerk, or IT Systems Technician; OR comparable long-term professional experience.
Experience
- Professional experience in firewall administration and high-availability solutions
- Proven experience in system monitoring, fault identification, and troubleshooting
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical security scenarios
- Experience in IT infrastructure or network security roles
Languages
Additional
- Valid driver's license (desirable), eligibility for employment in the German public sector, work permit for Germany.
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