Information Technology Network Administrator

🚨 Now Hiring: Network & IT Administrator (m/f/d) – Linux / IT Infrastructure

📍 Location: Salem, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

🏢 Working Model: On-site with up to 1 day/week Home Office

💼 Contract: Permanent / Full-time

💰 Salary: €50,000 – €70,000 gross/year + additional benefits

🌍 Travel: Occasional customer visits, approximately 1–2 times per year

We are currently supporting a high-tech technology company operating in the defence and security sector and are looking for a hands-on Network & IT Administrator (m/f/d) to join their growing internal IT & Infrastructure team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT professional who enjoys taking ownership of Linux systems, networks, IT security and infrastructure operations in a technically sophisticated environment.

🔧 Your Responsibilities

• Ensure the reliable operation, monitoring and continuous development of the company's IT infrastructure

• Administer and secure LAN/WAN networks, VPN interfaces and firewalls

• Manage and maintain Linux server environments, including users, permissions and security settings

• Plan and execute system installations, updates, rollouts and backups

• Troubleshoot technical incidents and provide structured support to internal users

• Maintain documentation, system configurations and operational procedures

• Support infrastructure scaling as the company continues to grow

• Prepare hardware/software for new employees

• Support occasional customer-site installations and maintenance activities

✅ What We're Looking For

• 3–5+ years of professional experience in Linux system and network administration

• Strong hands-on experience with Linux servers – Linux expertise is essential

• Solid knowledge of LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls and network administration

• Strong understanding of IT security, encryption and certificates

• Experience with backup and patch management is advantageous

• Structured and analytical approach to troubleshooting

• Good scripting/automation skills with Shell, Python or similar are a plus

• Native-level German and English at B2 level or higher

• Willingness to work predominantly on-site in Salem or relocate/commute to the area

• Ability to obtain the required security clearance for the position

🎓 Education

Completed IT apprenticeship, degree in IT/computer science, or equivalent professional experience.