Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
- Design and maintain network infrastructure including VLANs, VPNs, and firewalls.
- Strengthen system security by managing SIEM/EDR tools and IDS/IPS systems.
- Manage Microsoft 365 tools, Entra ID, Intune, and Autopilot for compliance and security.
- Enforce access controls, patching, backup, and incident response policies.
- Provide comprehensive IT support from onboarding to troubleshooting under pressure.
Who This Role Suits
- Minimum 3 years of IT and security engineering experience.
- Hold CCNA certification; CCNP, CISSP, or equivalent is a plus.
- Expertise in Microsoft 365, Intune, Autopilot, and Entra ID; strong network security skills.
Tips to Apply
- Highlight your experience in IT and security engineering.
- Emphasize your certifications, especially CCNA or equivalent.
- Demonstrate your expertise in Microsoft technologies and network security.
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What we’re looking for
We are looking for a driven and hands-on IT-System Administrator to build, secure, and operate our mission-critical infrastructure. You will own our Microsoft ecosystem, design and harden network architecture, and establish robust security standards across the organization. Operating across strategy and execution, you provide reliable First- to Third-Level Support while shaping our security foundation as we scale.
The day-to-day
- Own the Network: Design, deploy, and maintain our infrastructure VLANs, VPNs, RADIUS, firewalls, and load balancers, across cloud and on-prem environments.
- Lock It Down: Harden Windows/Linux systems, manage SIEM/EDR tooling, and operate IDS/IPS to detect and contain threats before they land.
- Control the Stack: Own Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, and Autopilot, keeping the entire device fleet compliant and audit-ready (NIS2, ISO 27001).
- Set the Standard: Define and enforce access control, patching, backup, and incident response policies across the organization.
- Enable Every Team: Be the go-to for First- to Third-Level Support from onboarding and device setup to rapid troubleshooting under operational pressure.
- Build for Scale: Conduct capacity planning, security assessments, and pen test coordination as we grow our infrastructure and mission footprint.
You should apply if you
- Experience: 3+ years in IT, network & security engineering, owning infrastructure end-to-end.
- Certifications: CCNA required; CCNP, CISSP, or equivalent a strong plus.
- Microsoft Stack: Deep expertise in Microsoft 365, Intune, Autopilot, and Entra ID.
- Network & Security Skills: Hands-on with firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, RADIUS, and hybrid network environments; strong skills securing Windows/Linux systems.
- Compliance Know-How: Familiar with NIS2, ISO 27001, or NIST frameworks.
- Language: Fluent English required; German is a strong plus (Munich-based environment).
Nice to haves
- Background in defense, aerospace, or other security-critical sectors.
- Scripting & automation skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
- Experience with intrusion detection/prevention systems and advanced threat analysis.
What we offer
- Real impact & ownership: Shape high-tech defense systems and take responsibility from day one.
- Mission-driven environment: Work on technologies that matter for European security and sovereignty.
- Competitive package: Competitive salary, EGYM Wellpass, corporate benefits, and equity options aligned with role and level.
- Deep tech environment: Get hands-on experience with cutting-edge drone technology and real operational use cases.
- Grow fast: Steep learning curve for juniors, strategic influence and leadership opportunities for seniors.
- Startup mindset meets defence innovation: flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and space for your ideas.
- Flexibility: Flexible hours, remote options, and relocation support.
- Strong team: International, driven colleagues and a culture built on exchange, trust, and shared success.
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