Senior Security Engineer | Senior Security Engineer (m/w/d)
Landeswohlfahrtsverband Hessen Hauptverwaltung
Job Summary
As a Senior Security Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the IT infrastructure and school IT department, primarily based in Kassel or Wiesbaden. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve managing and operating security systems, maintaining and expanding the organization's security infrastructure, and actively defending against cyber threats. You will be responsible for identifying and remediating security vulnerabilities within the infrastructure. This position offers a stable, long-term career in the public sector, characterized by a modern, supportive work culture with flat hierarchies and open communication. You will benefit from flexible working hours, remote work options, and comprehensive professional development opportunities. The role is ideal for a security professional looking to make a meaningful impact in an organization dedicated to social inclusion and public service.
Required Skills
Education
Completed university degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable field.
Experience
- Several years of professional experience in the field of IT security and infrastructure management.
- Proven experience in the administration of Linux systems within a secure infrastructure environment.
- Demonstrated practical experience in operating and configuring various security systems such as firewalls, SIEM, and authentication services.
Languages
Additional
- Valid work permit for Germany is required. This is a permanent, full-time position within the public service (TVöD VKA) that is also suitable for part-time arrangements.