IT System Administrator

Diakoniewerk Essen

IT System Administrator managing system maintenance and documentation. Responsible for user support and implementation of IT security measures.

Posted 5/30/2026full-timeEssen • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CitrixMS SQL ServerSQLVoIP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintenance and documentation of systems
Installation and configuration of networked workstations
Development and implementation of data backup strategies
Monitoring the proper execution of data backups
Planning and implementation of internal IT projects
Participation in the implementation and further development of IT security measures
User support

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed vocational training in IT (e.g., IT Specialist – System Integration)
Several years of professional experience
Knowledge of Microsoft technologies (e.g., Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Exchange 2016)
Good networking knowledge (Routing, QoS, VLAN, Firewall)
Knowledge of VoIP
Knowledge of virtualization (Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops, Citrix Provisioning Services, VMware vSphere / ESXi 6.5/6.7)
Independent, solution-oriented working style
Alignment with the values and goals of the Protestant Church and its diaconal mission

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salary in accordance with the BAT-KF collective agreement
30 days' annual leave
Company pension plan
Capital-forming benefits (Vermögenswirksame Leistungen)
Employer contribution to salary sacrifice/pension conversion
Regular employee reviews
Collegial consultancy
Varied training and professional development opportunities
Preventive health courses
Counseling in difficult life situations
Social fund
Assistance with childcare or care placement

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Hard Skills & Tools

data backup strategiesnetwork configurationIT security measuresVoIP knowledgevirtualizationWindows Server 2012Windows Server 2016Windows Server 2019Microsoft SQL ServerMicrosoft Exchange 2016

Soft Skills

independent working stylesolution-oriented working style

Certifications

IT Specialist – System Integration