System Administrator (IT Security Focus) | Systemadministrator/-in Schwerpunkt IT-Sicherheit (m/w/d)

Stadt Hildesheim

Hildesheim, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Apr 29, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

The City of Hildesheim is seeking a dedicated System Administrator with a focus on IT security to join their IT department. In this full-time, permanent role, you will play a critical part in protecting municipal IT systems by implementing security measures based on BSI IT-Grundschutz, managing server and network hardening, and conducting vulnerability assessments. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include monitoring system logs, handling incident response, and managing core infrastructure services like Active Directory, DNS, and storage systems. You will work within a team of 42 professionals to support approximately 1,300 workstations. This position is ideal for an experienced IT professional looking to contribute to public service in a stable, structured environment that offers flexible working hours, professional development opportunities, and a strong focus on work-life balance.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science (Bachelor of Science or FH Diploma) or completed vocational training as an IT Specialist for System Integration (Fachinformatiker für Systemintegration), or a comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of professional experience in system administration
  • Experience with virtualization technologies and hypervisor operations
  • Experience with server operating systems, storage, and backup/recovery strategies
  • Professional experience in implementing IT security standards

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid Class B driver's license required for business travel within the city area. Must be able to work in a public sector environment.