Senior administrator (m/f/d) in the field of technical information security

The Berlin fire department was founded in 1851, making it the oldest professional fire department in Germany. With around 5,500 employees and 35 professional fire stations, it is also the largest professional fire department in Germany. Together with the approximately 1,500 members of Berlin's 59 volunteer fire departments, the employees of the Berlin Fire Brigade do their best every day to protect the city and its people.

The Berlin Fire Department is looking for an employee as

Senior administrator (m/f/d) in the specialist area Technical information security

Information and Communication Technology Operations Control – Nikolaus-Groß-Weg 2,Berlin

Employee covered by collective agreement

18.07.2025

This position requires a level SÜ 2 security clearance in accordance with the Berlin Security Clearance Act (BSÜG), which is applied for by the Berlin Fire Department. The successful check must be submitted by the end of the recruitment process. General information on the scope of the check can be found here.

The Berlin Fire Brigade is looking for a committed individual to take on the role of Head of Technical Information Security. The department defines all technical processes for monitoring, evaluation and reporting. In addition, the department supports technical processes for the detection, forensics and management of cyber security incidents. Support is provided in the form of advice and awareness-raising for other specialist areas, the creation of guidelines and specifications, the establishment and support of monitoring systems, and the classification, processing and follow-up of incidents.

• Supporting the department head in planning, coordinating and monitoring the deployment of staff and work in the assigned department
• Further developing and adapting the technical security architecture of the Berlin Fire Service Data Network (BFDN) by working on specifications and guidelines, communicating with the specialist departments and checking implementation
• Supporting a SIEM project with the aim of consolidating information from different security systems (e.g. mail gateway, firewall, endpoint, NAC) into a holistic cyber security picture of the authority. This includes collaboration in the selection and preparation of the information to be processed as well as the creation and processing of security reports
• Leading the processing of complex security events in collaboration with IT operations, for example in the event of targeted attacks or system failures. This includes classifying incidents, identifying the players involved and ongoing communication with stakeholders
• Carrying out sensitive data protection-related interventions and evaluations in the area of security systems and forensics, such as reading and evaluating data carriers and data connections to reconstruct and process incidents

• An interesting, challenging and secure job
• Professional and personal development opportunities and prospects
• Individual support with a wide range of training and development opportunities
• a collegial working atmosphere in a competent and friendly working group with modern IT equipment
• Family-friendly working conditions (e.g. flexible working time models)
• 30 days of vacation per year
• An annual special payment and a company pension
• Free admission to swimming pools operated by Bäderbetriebe as part of the sports promotion program
• Opportunity to do one hour/week of sport during working hours
• A monthly capital city allowance of 150 euros or a subsidy for a company public transport ticket plus the difference to 150 euros
• A company health management program with a wide range of offers designed to keep you healthy
• Use of free social counseling
• Home office can be agreed on a pro rata basis after a familiarization phase

• A completed university degree (Bachelor's or comparable university degree) in the field of computer science, information technology or in a degree program with a comparable content focus

• a completed university education (bachelor's degree or comparable university degree) in related STEM fields

• a relevant completed vocational training and corresponding several years of activity of at least 3 years in the required IT area

• At least three years of professional experience in IT operations, especially in the field of IT networks or system administration
• Experience in routing and setting up IP-based networks
• Experience with IT operating processes, e.g. according to ITIL v4 or COBIT
• Experience in the operation of IT security components such as firewalls
• Specialist knowledge of English is required

• Knowledge in the field of prevention, detection or analysis of attacks
• Advanced knowledge of technical features as well as countermeasures for state-led and commercial cyberattacks
• Knowledge of technical guidelines and specifications from the BSI
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g. MITRE ATT&CK, MITRE D3FEND, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, Cyber Kill Chain)

The requirements profile (AP) is part of the tender and can be found under "Further information". The requirements profile is the binding basis for the selection decision. Please save the requirements profile, as it can no longer be viewed after the application deadline.

Please attach the following documents to your application in PDF format (max. 15 MB per attachment)

Are you interested in the advertised position? Then we look forward to receiving your online application via the "Apply now" button (bottom right of the job advertisement).

• Meaningful letter of motivation
• Curriculum vitae in tabular form showing all previous activities, further training courses qualifying for the field of work and special qualifications for the advertised field of work
• Current reference letter
• proof of completion of relevant university studies (bachelor's degree and certificate) or completion of relevant vocational training
• Other evidence (e.g. certificates, work references) showing the required experience
• recognized language certificate of German language proficiency (at least C1) according to the competence scale of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), if your language of origin is not German

(Incomplete applications cannot be considered!)

The complete application documents must be submitted in German or in German translation.

In the case of foreign educational qualifications, proof of equivalence to a German qualification must be provided. Further information can be obtained from the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB) at

The reference is of crucial importance in the selection process. You should therefore enclose a copy of your reference with your application or submit it immediately.

Unfortunately, costs incurred in connection with your application (postage, travel costs, etc.) cannot be reimbursed.

The Berlin Fire Department would like to increase its proportion of women, which is why we are particularly pleased to receive applications from motivated female candidates.

Recognized severely disabled persons and persons of equal status will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified. Please indicate any severe disability in your application.

We are in an ongoing process of cultural change and towards more diversity and would also like to receive applications from people who are or could be affected by structural discrimination.

Jan Preßler, ES IKT Sich 2
Operational control – information and communication technology
Tel.

Please direct any questions regarding the job advertisement to

Gianna Katona, ZS P B 214
Personnel recruitment – personnel selection
Tel.

During the application phase, communication will be exclusively by e-mail; receipt of your application will be acknowledged with an electronic acknowledgement of receipt. Please check your inbox and spam folder regularly during this time. If you do not receive an e-mail, you may not have entered your e-mail address correctly.

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