Knauf stands for opportunity. This exciting role offers you the ideal opportunity to begin and further develop an impressive career within a values-driven culture.

As a global building materials manufacturer with 43,500 employees in 90 countries , we offer diverse opportunities to ambitious talent. We value every contribution and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment with the aim of developing sustainable solutions for a better future .

Knauf Information Services GmbH is proud to be a part of the Knauf Group. With a long-standing tradition, and a growing international presence, we are seeking dedicated individuals to help us achieve our long-term vision.

Can you say ‘yes’?

• Is respectful and appreciative interaction within the team a given for you?
• Do you always put the customer at the center of your actions?
• Do you consider the future and upcoming generations in your actions?
• Do you strive for personal and professional growth?

What you'll do

• Administer and maintain globally distributed firewall solutions to ensure seamless functionality and resolve issues promptly
• Take charge of implementing infrastructure changes, managing lifecycle updates, and safeguarding firewall security and performance
• Play a key role in integrating new systems, securing internet access via proxy services, and monitoring compliance
• Dive into security investigations, address incidents, research emerging threats, and apply effective remediation strategies
• Contribute to the planning, development, and deployment of new security tools while ensuring compliance with IT security regulations and keeping documentation up to date

Who you are

• Experienced with Fortinet and Checkpoint, holding relevant certifications that demonstrate expertise in firewall and security solutions
• Advanced knowledge of Azure Cloud security and a strong grasp of networking protocols like TCP, UDP, and the IP stack
• Skilled in 2nd/3rd level support, with a proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues
• Proficient in network and cloud security, with additional familiarity with BigIP F5 and Zscaler considered a plus
• Certified in CISSP or a similar security qualification, with hands-on experience in regulated environments and compliance with industry standards

What we offer you

We all shape our lives individually. As an employer, we play a significant role in the daily life of our employees and aim to support them with various offerings. This includes, among other things:

• Security : Permanent employment contract in a stable, successful family-owned company.
• Flexibility : 30 days of vacation, special leave for certain occasions, flexitime account with a broad time window for flexible working and weekly home office days.
• Fitness and health : Discounts on various sports and leisure activities (e.g., fitness studio Iphofen, swimming training, soccer, etc.), as well as opportunities for active health promotion through our company doctor and occupational health and safety offers.
• Daily time savings: Ample parking and access to public transport (train, bus).
• Welcome approach : Individual onboarding days, company and team events
• Career and professional development : Individual support and promotion for part-time studies, further education and training.
• Benefits and vouchers : Discounts on well-known brands and reduced-price employee purchases.
• Bike leasing : Using tax advantages while promoting your own health.
• Relocation support : Assistance with international relocation

Knauf as an employer

Knauf Information Services GmbH, headquartered in Kitzingen, Germany, is a key driver of the KNAUF Group's global growth and digital transformation. A team of 500 highly qualified experts is committed to supporting the Group and its customers worldwide with innovative IT solutions and customized services. The core competencies of Knauf IT cover a wide range of IT services, including the development and implementation of complex software solutions, the optimization of business processes through digital technologies and ensuring IT security and data protection.

The Knauf Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we make all personnel decisions across all areas of our company based on experience, skills and integrity. We encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply for our positions, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, origin, religion and so forth.

Share our values and become part of the team to shape the future of Knauf together.

Department

Infrastructure

Locations

Germany - Kitzingen (near Würzburg)

Remote status

Hybrid

Employment type

Full-time