Computer scientist as IT-Operations Specialist (m/f/d)

About this job

Your Expertise. Our Infrastructure. Growing Digitally Together!

The Brandenburg Medical School Theodor Fontane (MHB) is seeking to fill a full-time, permanent position (40 hours/week) as an IT Operations Specialist (m/f/d) at the earliest possible date.

The position is based at our Brandenburg an der Havel campus, with the possibility of **mobile or hybrid work. In the digital daily operations of our university, teaching, research, and administration intersect - requiring a modern, secure, and reliable IT infrastructure. This is where you come in: with technical expertise, a strong sense of responsibility, and the opportunity to independently develop and actively shape our IT infrastructure.

Your Responsibilities:

• Manage and further develop the university-wide IT infrastructure (network, servers, on-premise & cloud) to support research, teaching, and administration
• Proactively oversee monitoring, performance, and security measures to ensure a highly available, secure, and user-friendly IT environment
• Take technical responsibility for data backup and recovery (backup monitoring, regular recovery tests, systematic documentation)
• Actively contribute to university IT projects, including technical consulting, partial responsibility for project tasks, and implementation of modern and sustainable solutions
• Provide support at the 1st and 2nd level as needed, guide the IT team, and collaborate constructively with faculties, research units, and administrative departments

Scope of Responsibility & Opportunities for Impact:

• Freedom to shape infrastructure development and select and implement new technologies
• Responsibility for maintaining IT operations in a diverse university environment
• Participation in university-wide modernization and digitalization initiatives with direct influence on future IT standards
• Close collaboration with internal stakeholders and the opportunity to actively shape processes and technical standards

Professional Qualifications:

• Completed vocational training as an IT specialist (m/f/d) in system integration, or a degree in computer science, or comparable qualification
• At least 5 years of professional experience; experience in a comparable position is desirable
• Experience with enterprise networking technologies (e.g., Cisco, Fortinet, Ubiquiti)
• Experience with virtualization, backup, and client management systems (e.g., VMWare, Veeam, Matrix42)
• Solid knowledge of the Microsoft 365 environment (including Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), Defender, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune)
• Open-mindedness towards Linux and open-source solutions
• Interest in new technologies and IT projects

Work Style & Personality:

• Independent and responsible way of working
• Team-oriented, structured, and solution-focused approach
• High motivation for continuous development

IT Competencies:

• Network administration (enterprise networks, security, monitoring)
• Virtualization & backup (VMWare, Veeam)
• Client/ device management (Matrix42, Intune)
• M365 administration (including Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), Defender, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint)
• Experience with Linux-based systems and open-source technologies

Language Skills:

• German: very good written and spoken skills (B1)
• English: very good written and spoken skills (B2)

Benefits:

• Collaboration in an engaged IT team within an interdisciplinary university environment
• Collegial and supportive working atmosphere with flat hierarchies
• Sustainable mobility options: discounted Germany Ticket for public transport; possibility of a BusinessBike (with permanent employment)
• Option for mobile/ hybrid work and flexible, self-determined working hours (aligned with core working hours)
• 28 days of annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus 2 additional days for Christmas and New Year
• Attractive compensation corresponding to your qualifications and experience
• Individual opportunities for professional and personal development
• Digital health platform (WorkLifePortal) offering free resources, training, recipes, and tips for health promotion
• Occupational health service including preventive medical check-ups