Network and firewall administrator

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Kassenzahnärztliche Vereinigung Nordrhein

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In this role, you will administrate network infrastructure and firewalls, optimize their security and performance, analyze disruptions, and collaborate closely with internal teams as well as external service providers.

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Your role in the team

  • In our Infrastructure team, you will play an important role in operating and further developing our network and firewall systems.
  • You ensure that our IT infrastructure runs reliably, security requirements are implemented technically, and disruptions are resolved quickly.
  • In this role, you will work closely with your IT colleagues and external service providers.
  • You will apply your technical expertise to optimize our systems and support the implementation of new technical solutions.
  • You administer, monitor, and optimize our network infrastructure, particularly switches, routers, Wi-Fi, and VPN connections.
  • You manage our firewall systems, configure security rules, and implement technical security measures.
  • You analyze network and security incidents, troubleshoot issues, and ensure reliable IT operations.
  • You handle technical inquiries in 2nd-level support and work with external service providers as needed.
  • You document network configurations, technical changes, and operational procedures, and keep them up to date.
  • You will contribute to the planning, modernization, and further development of our network and security infrastructure.
  • You will take on-call duties and maintenance work outside regular working hours as needed, as well as occasional business trips to our administrative offices.

Our expectations of you

Education

  • Completed vocational training as an IT specialist in system integration or an equivalent qualification.

Qualifications

  • Good knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, DNS, and DHCP.
  • Knowledge of VPNs, network segmentation, and network security.
  • Knowledge of monitoring, network analysis, and IT security standards is an advantage.
  • Current vendor certifications in networking and firewall technologies are highly desirable.
  • Teamwork skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and enjoyment of working with a range of stakeholders.
  • Flexibility to work within a structured early and late shift schedule.
  • Willingness to continuously develop professionally.

Experience

  • Practical experience in administering networks and firewall systems.
  • Ideally, experience with Cisco and Fortinet products.
  • Experience in analyzing and resolving technical issues, as well as providing 2nd-level support.

What we offer

  • A crisis-proof job in healthcare with social significance.
  • Flexible working hours, 30 days of annual leave + 3 additional days off, remote working options, and a childcare allowance.
  • 13 monthly salaries, capital-forming benefits, and an occupational pension scheme.
  • Individual training opportunities and targeted support for your professional development.
  • Fresh meals are prepared daily at our workplace at a low price (statutory benefit-in-kind value).
  • Subsidy for the Deutschlandticket, various health benefits such as supplementary dental insurance.

Benefits

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Job locations

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  • Location Dusseldorf
    Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

About your employer

The Kassenärztliche Vereinigung (KV) Nordrhein is an entity of public law. With its approximately 19,500 members it guarantees the out-patient medical and psychotherapeutic care for nearly 9.5 million inhabitants in North Rhine area.

Company size
50-249 Employees
Company type
Established Company
Work model
Onsite, Hybrid
Industry
Banking, Finance, Insurance
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Network and firewall administrator

Kassenzahnärztliche Vereinigung Nordrhein