Kanton St.Gallen
Wattwil
11 hours ago
ICT System Engineer Server and Network (m/f/d)
- 28 April 2026
- 100%
- Wattwil
Job summary
Join the fifth-largest canton in Switzerland, dedicated to public welfare. Enjoy a supportive work environment with diverse opportunities.
Tasks
- Manage, maintain, and enhance IT infrastructures like servers and networks.
- Provide Second Level support and assist with Third Level issues.
- Lead IT projects and develop concepts for system and network technology.
Skills
- Completed IT education or several years of relevant experience required.
- Knowledge in Windows and Linux environments, Azure Cloud, and networking.
- Strong service orientation and good communication skills in German and English.
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About the job
As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the
cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,
our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. With our meaningful
work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.
The IT Cluster Department of the Department of Education, with its six regional competence centers (clusters), ensures IT operations for all cantonal secondary level II schools (vocational schools and high schools). In doing so, we support the schools in the professional implementation of IT projects and provide tools that ensure the smooth use of IT resources in teaching and school administration.
The IT Clusters I and V ensure the technical ICT operation for the vocational and continuing education centers in Wattwil, Rapperswil, and Rorschach/Altstätten as well as the cantonal schools Wattwil and Heerbrugg.
As reinforcement in our team, we are looking for an
ICT System Engineer Server and Network (m/f/d)
Workload: 80-100%
Workplace: Wattwil, Rapperswil, and Heerbrugg
What to expect
- Operation, maintenance, and further development of IT infrastructures (servers, network, clients, peripherals, Azure Cloud)
- Second level support as well as assistance in third level for more complex faults
- Participation in IT projects as well as independent management of subprojects including the development of concepts in the area of system technology and network
- Analysis and sustainable resolution of faults as well as error prevention
- Evaluation and introduction of new technologies and solutions as well as automation and standardization of operational processes
- Creation and maintenance of system documentation
What distinguishes you
- Completed training as an IT specialist (EFZ, HF, FH) or several years of experience in a comparable function
- Manufacturer certifications are an advantage (Microsoft Associate/Expert, CCNA/CCNP, etc.)
- Experience with virtualization is an advantage (VMware, Proxmox)
- Sound knowledge in the Windows environment (on-premises servers and clients as well as Azure Cloud with EntraID and Intune) and Linux (Ubuntu)
- Knowledge in the network area (firewall, switching, WLAN) with experience in HPE Aruba, Cisco, Checkpoint, Sophos
- Strong commitment with service and customer orientation
- Good German and English skills, spoken and written
What we offer
With us, you will find a pleasant working atmosphere in a motivated, open-minded team and a versatile and varied activity. In addition, you can expect a modern equipped workplace and contemporary employment conditions with interesting training opportunities. We offer the possibility of home office and remote work by arrangement.
Ready for the next step? If we have aroused your interest and you want to be part of the team, we look forward to your application.
Further information from:
Daniel Fehr, Head of IT Cluster I
Tel. +41 79 944 72 76 or MS Teams or e-mail: daniel.fehr@ic-sg.ch