IT system administrator for data platform within the green transition – DTU Wind

Are you a skilled IT system administrator and do you want to be part of the green transition?

Then this position is a match for you!

We are looking for a skilled and committed IT system administrator with strong technical skills to monitor the daily operation and administration of our data platform, EnergyDataDK, which provides real-time insight into energy systems. In this key role, you will ensure that our IT infrastructure and systems operate smoothly and in accordance with strict IT security requirements, while providing technical support. 
You will have the opportunity to leave your mark on the procedures and structures around IT operations, contribute to our continued development in the area and you can look forward to participating in exciting IT projects, IT committees together with other colleagues in PowerLabDK and at the entire DTU Wind and Energy System.
PowerLabDK (DTU Lyngby and Risø) is organizationally part of DTU Wind and Energy Systems and focuses on research and further development of future energy solutions. The future is far more data-driven and this can be in conjunction with physical components such as electric cars, battery technology, wind turbine components, high-voltage equipment and new intelligent electricity consumption units. 
As an IT system administrator in PowerLabDK, your primary task will be ensuring the daily operation of EnergyDataDK (EDDK), however, over time there will also be other IT systems in PowerLabDK that you can help operate.
The ambition is to develop the EDDK platform to be able to handle even more devices and even greater amounts of data, support more research projects, while meeting high IT security requirements, e.g. aligned with the NIS2 directive.
Components and technologies used in EnergyDataDK are, for example, Minio S3, Kafka, VerneMQ and TimescaleDB, which is why it would be an advantage to have knowledge of these as well as scripting and automation tools, but not a requirement.  
On a daily basis, you will be part of the PowerLabDK team, consisting of approx. 20 employees and students who are responsible for the facilities – software as well as hardware – which is why your colleagues have a mixed professional background within e.g. software development, product ownership, electronics, engineering, project management and automation technology. 
The job

The primary areas of responsibility as an IT system administrator in PowerLabDK are:
Monitor the daily operation of EnergyDataDK and ensure optimal performance and reliability. Handling incidents and problems.
Perform routine maintenance and updates to ensure the system is secure and up-to-date. 
Implement and monitor security measures to protect data and systems from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
Work with developers to implement new releases and improve system functionality.
Work together with DTU Research IT, e.g. on backup configurations. 
Provide technical support to internal users.
Preparation of documentation for IT processes and configurations

Our expectations for you

In PowerLabDK, we spar with each other and place a high value on knowledge sharing. Through the daily dialogue, you will be supported and prepared for your tasks. In addition, we imagine that you bring parts of the following:
Relevant education in information technology. 
Strong knowledge and experience in IT operations, particularly in server and application administration, system monitoring, performance optimization and database management systems. 
Technical understanding of information security and IT preparedness 
Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills. 
Proficient in both Linux and Windows server operating systems. 
Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL. 
Experience with Dev-Ops. 
Knowledge of agile work processes 
Strong communication and collaboration skills in English and Danish. 

Your personal profile:
Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks effectively
Distinct service gene.
Persistent.

What do we offer you?

We are very much looking forward to welcoming you and offer a lively and dynamic environment with many committed and welcoming colleagues who are passionate every day about creating and disseminating new knowledge for the green transition. You will experience a very flexible working day where you have a great influence on the direction and tasks. We are an international environment with many nationalities with great openness and respect for the individual. We are proud to be a world leader and known for being at the forefront of creating solutions for the future's sustainable energy systems based on solar and wind.
As part of DTU, you will benefit from a dynamic working environment
ljø, opportunities for professional development and a strong commitment to balance between work and private life. 
Salary and terms of employment

Salary and employment conditions according to either the LC/CO10 collective agreement and organizational agreement for IT employees (Prosa) in the service of the state, collective agreement for academics in the state or other relevant collective agreement.
The salary for this position will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, in accordance with DTU's salary scales. 
The working hours are 37 hours per week, with a proposed start date of 1 June 2025, which can be adjusted to accommodate the right candidate's availability. 
The primary workplace will be at DTU Lyngby Campus, Building 329, with occasional work at DTU Risø.
Application and contact

We must receive your online application by 21 April 2025 at the latest. 
Open the "Apply Now" link, where you fill in the application form and attach a motivated application, CV and diplomas. 
If you would like more information about the position, please contact the Product Owner, Anne Andersen on [phone removed] or email [email protected]
. 
If you want to hear more about PowerLabDK in general, you can contact Head of PowerLabDK and Head of Innovation, Frida Frost, mobile [phone removed].
Read more about EnergyDataDK at [link removed] and PowerLabDK at [link removed]
Applications received after the application deadline will not be considered.
All interested persons, regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic affiliation, are encouraged to apply for the position. As DTU works with research in critical technology, with which special rules apply for, among other things, security and export control, open source background checks can be carried out on qualified candidates for the position.
DTU Wind – Department of Wind and Energy Systems

Is one of the country's largest centers for research in wind and energy systems with more than 400 employees from 37 countries. We work with research, innovation, research-based advice and teaching, and have around 90 PhD students. The institute's cross-disciplinary research is organized through strategic research programs that collaborate with Danish and international universities, research institutions and organizations as well as industrial partners. 

Technology for people

DTU develops technology for people. With our international top-class research and education, we help create a better world, and we contribute to the solution of the global challenges formulated in the UN's 17 global goals for sustainable development. H.C. Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and utilize natural science and technical science for the benefit of society. That mission lives on to this day. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, developing and informal working environment. DTU has campuses throughout Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities worldwide.