The ZIB is the central IT service provider for the Lower Saxony judiciary and is responsible for a modern IT infrastructure serving approximately 23,500 clients. In addition, our team of 400 colleagues manages numerous digitization projects aimed at modernizing the judiciary.

To strengthen our team in Department 3104 – Windows Server, Fabric, Containerization, Storage & Backup, we are seeking a

Citrix VAD System Administrator (f/m/d)

Your responsibilities:

• As part of a team, you will manage portions of the IT infrastructure used by the Lower Saxony judiciary, based on solutions from providers such as Microsoft, Citrix, NetApp, FSAS, RedHat, Citrix, Veeam, and others.
• You will contribute to IT projects, such as the introduction of new technologies, the modernization of existing infrastructures, or the implementation of automation and cloud solutions.

What sets you apart:

• A relevant college degree (e.g., computer science) or equivalent skills and experience
• Strong proficiency in working with Citrix technologies, particularly the server side of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (e.g., PVS, StoreFront) and the Citrix XenServer virtualization platform
• Ideally, you have prior experience in the operation and administration of Citrix environments in hybrid or cloud scenarios (e.g., Citrix Cloud) as well as in integration with modern Windows server and client operating systems.
• Additionally, we would welcome experience in automating recurring tasks and processes, e.g., using PowerShell scripts or configuration management tools.
• Ability to work in a team, initiative, and service orientation
• German language skills corresponding to level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, as well as English language skills at a level customary in the IT industry

Willingness to undergo a security clearance check in accordance with Section 7(1) of the Lower Saxony Security Clearance Act (Nds. SÜG) is required.

What we offer:

• A permanent and secure position in the Lower Saxony judiciary with compensation based on the collective bargaining agreement—depending on individual qualifications—up to pay grade 11 under the Collective Agreement for the Federal States (TV-L), including an annual bonus (Christmas bonus) and an additional company pension plan
• A work location that can be flexibly chosen at a judicial authority in Lower Saxony close to your home
• Flexibility through a high proportion of remote work and flex time
• Thorough onboarding, excellent continuing education opportunities, and good career advancement prospects
• The possibility of becoming a civil servant (provided the personal and budgetary requirements are met)
• Health-promoting programs such as company fitness and attractive additional benefits, e.g., special offers through Corporate Benefits

Are you interested?

We look forward to receiving your detailed application by May 25, 2026, via email, quoting reference number 5112 ZIB E 41/26, to

or
Central IT Operations, Lower Saxony Justice Department
SG 1001 - Human Resources, Organization, and Public Relations
Mühlenstraße 5
26122 Oldenburg

Under personnel law, the position is assigned to the Higher Regional Court of Celle.

For subject-specific inquiries, please call (Mr. Delfs). For questions regarding the hiring process, please call (Mr. Schweifel).
The State of Lower Saxony actively promotes the professional development of women in fields and positions where they are underrepresented. Applications from women are therefore particularly welcome in accordance with the NGG.
Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration if they have the same qualifications and abilities.