
IT Administrator (m/f/d) Modern Workplace
- Hybrid
- Köln, Germany
- Tech & Development
Job description
Be(come) the Experience – Your expertise keeps our Kaptens up and running every day.
We are Kapten & Son. With over 250 Kaptens, we work every day to become Europe's leading D2C lifestyle brand. Our products accompany people through their everyday adventures – and as our IT Administrator, you make sure our Kaptens can work securely and without detours, in the office and in our stores. You'll take ownership of a modern Microsoft environment that we're continuing to build out.
Start: 01.02.2027
Your Kapten Experience includes
Run and evolve Microsoft 365: You own our M365 environment and manage accounts, licenses and permissions across Entra ID, Exchange Online, Teams and SharePoint, keeping access secure and traceable.
Manage endpoints and the hardware lifecycle: You manage Windows and macOS devices via Intune, from onboarding to offboarding. That covers procurement, setup, inventory, repairs and returns.
Deliver first-level support: You're the first point of contact for IT topics in the office and in our stores. You solve hardware, software and access issues on-site and remotely, and coordinate with external vendors and manufacturers.
Implement IT security and data protection: You put technical safeguards in place, such as access rights, device protection, and secure data storage and deletion. You also run security awareness training and phishing simulations.
Keep infrastructure stable and automate processes: You look after networks, printers, meeting rooms and event tech, and support office and store setups. Through documentation, automation, and license and support dashboards, you make processes transparent and scalable.
What's already in your bag
Completed vocational training or a degree, ideally in IT or a related field
3–5 years of professional experience in IT administration • Solid administration skills in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Intune for Windows and macOS
Experience with access control concepts, MFA and Conditional Access, plus a working knowledge of Microsoft Defender and networking (Wi-Fi, VLAN, switching).
Nice to have: UniFi, Jira, asset management
A structured, analytical and detail-oriented way of working, and the ability to explain technical topics clearly
Fluent German and very good written and spoken English
What awaits you
Flexibility: Flextime + two days of home office per week
Workation: Up to two weeks a year from your favorite European location
Our HQ on the Rhine: Modern office with a barista, subsidized lunch and a view of the water
Crew Love: Regular team events and creative brainstorming sessions
Growth: Personal development opportunities and regular feedback talks
Perks: Urban Sports Club, corporate benefits, employee discounts
Volunteer Day: A paid day for your volunteer work
Ready to join the crew?
Being a Kapten by heart means being there for each other, acting with passion, and building technology that runs reliably and securely. If you'd like to actively shape and grow our IT landscape – Carolin looks forward to hearing from you.
Be the experience.
Learn more about us as an employer at @kaptenandson.career
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- Köln, Germany
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At Kapten & Son we love all' our facets because each of us is unique, or as they say in Cologne: 'Jeder Jeck ist anders'. That's why we promote an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome and supported.
We therefore look forward to all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity.
MEET OUR RECRUITING TEAM

Deniz Demirdere
HR Business Partner - Retail

Carolin Schütz
Talent Acquisition Manager

Friederike Färber
Head of People & Culture
If you have any questions about your application, check out our FAQ's or contact us at jobs@kapten-son.com.
