IT Operations – Cybersecurity Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Manage and provision users, groups, and licenses within Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace.

• Facilitate the onboarding of Windows/macOS laptops into MDM and oversee remote device transfers.

• Handle first-line support tickets, including password resets and access inquiries.

• Address and escalate more complex issues as needed.

• Perform weekly maintenance checks, covering patch status, backup logs, and security notifications.

• Document solutions and formulate repeatable runbooks.

• Allocate approximately 20% of your time to security-related projects.

• Conduct CVE research and create briefings based on findings.

• Develop scripts for laptop hardening.

• Create incident-response playbooks.

• Formulate ISO 27001 checklists.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of practical experience in IT operations, helpdesk support, or systems administration.

• Demonstrated administrative proficiency in Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace, including user/group management, security policies, and basic troubleshooting skills.

• Familiarity with MDM platforms such as Intune, Jamf, or similar technologies.

• Proficient in at least one scripting language: PowerShell, Bash, or Python.

• Strong command of written and spoken English.

• Reliable internet connection and a professional remote work setup.

• Self-motivated and capable of working asynchronously across different time zones.

• Proficiency in German is an advantage.

• Microsoft 365 Certification (Administrator Expert or Endpoint Administrator) is a plus.

• Google Workspace Administrator certification is also beneficial.

• Familiarity with security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or SOC 2 is advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage: €12–16/hour, paid in EUR.

• Autonomy in your role: we trust you to take ownership of your work.

• Potential to grow into a larger position as the company expands.

• Fully remote work environment.

• Async-first culture promoting flexible work hours.

• Occasional video sync meetings scheduled during CET-compatible hours.