Linux System Administrator (Elastic Engineer CDC Career Path) m/f/d
Website Würth IT Italy
Würth IT Italy is more than just a company; it’s a story of passion and dedication that has continuously pushed the boundaries of technology and IT solutions. Behind every line of code, every IT infrastructure, and every platform is the collective effort of people leading to extraordinary results. As part of the global Würth IT we deliver tailored, interconnected IT solutions to more than 400 Würth companies worldwide. We are represented on every continent by over 1,700 dedicated and talented professionals! We are built on the values of the Würth Group, known for its commitment to excellence and quality. Würth IT Italy - with its headquarter in Bolzano (I) and branch offices in Milan and in the province of Rome - is a leading player in the IT industry. Our mission is to support the growth and prosperity of businesses with solutions for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Business Intelligence, Sales Force Automation, IT Systems Management, IT Service Management, and Cyber Security. Innovation and a unified vision fuel our work, and every contribution you make brings us closer to reaching new heights. Curious about the impact we create? Let’s explore the journey ahead and the possibilities we can achieve as a team!
Do you want to evolve from a Linux System Administrator into a key player in the Würth Group’s Cyber Defense? With over 1,000 IT specialists across 6 countries, we work with advanced technologies to protect and grow a global business ecosystem.
To strengthen our Cyber Defense Center, we are looking for a Linux System Administrator eager to grow into an Elastic Engineer role.
Who are we looking for?
A Linux professional ready to take a step forward and specialize in a modern, strategic platform.
What will you do?
You will join the Infrastructure & Security Operations team, starting from core Linux system administration tasks and progressively becoming a key reference point in managing the Elastic Stack, the heart of our SIEM platform.
Your responsibilities will evolve to include:
Managing and tuning the Elastic Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana, Beats)
Designing scalable, high‑availability Elasticsearch clusters
Creating Logstash/Beats pipelines to integrate logs from multiple systems
Optimizing performance, indices, and queries for advanced analysis and detection
Collaborating with SOC & Security teams on new use cases and data sources
Automating deployments, upgrades, and operations (Ansible/Terraform)
Implementing security controls (TLS, RBAC, X‑Pack)
Documenting and continuously improving the infrastructure
Mandatory Requirements:
Excellent knowledge of Linux systems
Scripting skills (Bash, Python)
Experience with log management, parsing, and data normalization
Ability to work in international teams, autonomy, problem‑solving
Fluent Italian and good English
Nice to Have:
Previous experience with Elastic Stack in production
Knowledge of detection engineering or threat intelligence
Elastic certifications (e.g., Elastic Certified Engineer)
Why apply?
A structured growth path toward a highly technical and in‑demand role
Opportunity to work in a constantly evolving enterprise SIEM environment
Experienced team, modern technology, and real impact on the Group’s Cyber Defense
Chance to contribute to the architecture and evolution of the entire platform
What we offer:
A role within a global‑level Cybersecurity team protecting critical infrastructures
Collaboration with a highly qualified and motivated team
Opportunities to work on international projects within the Würth Group
Technology partnerships with Atlassian, Elastic, RedHat, Icinga, Influx
Flexible working hours and remote work options
Competitive compensation package
Company performance bonus convertible into a wide range of Welfare goods and services
Continuous corporate training and the opportunity to obtain company-funded certifications
Accident insurance and supplementary healthcare coverage
A young and dynamic work environment promoting regular events for all employees, such as sports activities, informal dinners, cultural visits, etc.
To apply for this job please visit www.wuerth-it.it.