Senior Network and IT Specialist (m/f/d)

This position is available immediately on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) at our location in Nuremberg.

With data centers in the Netherlands, in Switzerland and Germany NorthC has a strong regional presence. NorthC differentiates itself by being a front runner in sustainable data centers, qualitative high-end services, and custom solutions when it comes to connectivity and hybrid cloud solutions. Thanks to close collaborations with regional IT partners, NorthC can offer complete solutions that help customers with their digital transformation.

The Senior Network and IT Specialist is responsible for operational quality within the network infrastructure, for associated analysis it and for leading technical projects in the network, backbone and automation areas.
This position is available immediately at our location in Nuremberg.

Responsibilities

Network and IT Performance

Fast and high-quality implementation of customer orders;
Second-/third-level support network and network security at customers’ premises;
Change/incident/problem management;
Maintenance of the internal network and internal systems;
Monitoring, expansion and optimization of system landscapes incl. documentation.

Project Management

Analysis, consultation on and implementation of challenging IT security projects;
Interdepartmental capacity planning, project planning and implementation;
Age- and technology-related replacement of systems and infrastructure;
Plan and set up administration and documentation systems within the framework of certification requirements;
Ensure that work is carried out correctly, on time and in accordance with applicable processes and procedures;
Assist with budget planning and controlling (project-related).

Security and Compliance

Protection of the underlying network infrastructure against unauthorized access, misuse, malfunction and changes;
Carry out pen testing and vulnerability scans;
Report security incidents and phishing attacks;
Assist with internal and external audits.

Team Management

Lead, mentor and manage a team of IT professionals. Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the IT department;
Provide disciplinary and technical leadership to the team.

Knowledge Management

Establishment and maintenance of documentation platforms for the system landscapes.

What you bring with you

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or related field/working and thinking level;
At least five years of relevant work experience and in-depth knowledge in the field of networks and security;
Affinity with the data center/IT industry;
Project management experience;
A high degree of customer and service orientation as well as strong social and leadership skills;
Strong analytical skills, hands-on mentality and understanding of complex relationships;
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and German;
Ability to perform under pressure, analyse problems quickly, make decisions and monitor outcomes;
Desire to build, create, take initiative, and optimize.

What you can expect from us

A professional career path at the forefront of digitalization
Flat hierarchies and a first-name culture throughout the entire NorthC Group
A hybrid and flexible workplace – work from the office or from home
Excellent social benefits, including a company pension scheme
Regular employee events to strengthen and promote company culture and employee appreciation
Free snacks and drinks (water, coffee, tea, fruit)
The option to use a company bike
Opportunities to help shape processes and drive innovation

Application

Discover how much impact you can make at NorthC. If this position sounds like a good fit for you, we look forward to receiving your complete application documents via the email address listed below. Would you like more information about the position? Then please also send an email to: recruitment@northcdatacenters.de

Working at NorthC

We operate in the heart of Europe, spread across Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. We are always nearby and know the identity of the region. This is important to us because we want to be close to our customers.
NorthC stands for our strength. Our true north, the inner compass that guides us to success and good entrepreneurship. It makes us decisive when it comes to how we position data centers in the market and how we work. We don’t let others guide us; we act on our own initiative. Quickly and correctly, with a focus on our customers.
At NorthC, we believe that our success depends on the determination of our employees. They are invaluable. Without them, we would have no business. That is why we invest heavily in our employees so that everyone can get the best out of themselves.

NorthC Germany GmbH is expanding rapidly

NorthC acquires six data centers from Colt Technology Services in Germany and the Netherlands. The transaction includes data centers in key metropolitan areas such as Frankfurt, Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Düsseldorf, and Amsterdam. The data centers have a combined power capacity of over 25 MW. As part of the agreement, Colt and NorthC have entered into a long-term partnership agreement, whereby Colt will remain a key customer in the acquired data centers.
More information: NorthC acquires six data centers in Germany and the Netherlands
In addition, two further data centers are in the planning and construction phase in Frankfurt (Neu-Isenburg) and Berlin, which will be newly built.
More (international) information: NorthC to build data centers in Frankfurt and Berlin – DCD

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