LAN Administrator

Project overview

Assignment Description

As a Senior Network Engineer, you will work with the latest techniques in Network Engineering. You will have a central role in the execution of the management, lifecycle, and maintenance of the various parts of the Defense LAN network. All management activities are performed according to ITIL, and you will have a role in the change and incident process within the department. If necessary, you will involve other disciplines. You will handle incidents and problems and ensure that preventive and corrective measures are taken where necessary.

Background of the assignment

You will work in the Generic IT and Infrastructure (GIT&Infra) department. This department is responsible for providing advice, services, systems, and applications for generic information technology, particularly for the Infrastructure and generic IT business capability. The department is responsible for the realization and maintenance of the defense-wide IT infrastructure. Within this department, you will work in the NAFIN Local Connect team, which deals with the LAN components of the Defense network.

You will collaborate with fellow engineers, designers, and product specialists on operations, changes, and lifecycles.

Requirements eCF profile: Network Specialist

Reference Area: B.04 Implementing solutions

This assignment is based on the European e-Competence Framework (e-CF). This is a European standard for describing IT competencies and the associated level of responsibility. The eCF profile indicates which competencies and at what level (e-1 to e-5) are expected from the candidate. We expect candidates to clearly demonstrate in their CV that they possess these competencies. This can be done by describing for each relevant assignment or function:

CVs in which the required eCF competencies are not demonstrably present cannot be fully assessed for suitability.

Candidate has at least 4 years of demonstrable work experience with the chosen eCF profile or a similar role.

Generic description of competence area and levels

Following predefined general practice standards, performs planned necessary interventions to implement a solution, including installing, upgrading, or decommissioning. Configures hardware, software, or networks to ensure interoperability of system components and debugs any resulting errors or incompatibilities. Engages additional specialized resources, such as external network providers, as needed. Formally hands over the fully operational solution to the user and completes documentation that records all relevant information, including equipment addresses, configuration, and performance data.

Summary of tasks and mission

Ensures the alignment of the network, including telecommunications and/or computer infrastructure, to meet the organization's communication needs. Manages and operates a network information system, resolves problems and errors to ensure defined service levels. Monitors and improves network performance and security.

• You prioritize, advise, and coordinate changes and incidents;
• You investigate, analyze, and resolve network problems.
• You proactively monitor and improve network performance and security.
• You contribute to promoting a uniform working method by, among other things, preparing and keeping installation and/or management documentation up-to-date.
• You are aware of your role and that the quality and safety of service delivery are largely determined by teamwork within your department;
• You seek and implement automation possibilities to improve process efficiency.
• the role the candidate fulfilled
• the tasks and responsibilities involved
• the extent to which these align with the required eCF competencies and level

Responsibilities

Requirements/Wishes

Candidate has at least 3 years of demonstrable work experience with the chosen eCF profile or a similar role.

Candidate preferably has demonstrable work experience within the Ministry of Defense.

Candidate preferably has demonstrable work experience with automation (open API/PYTHON).

Candidate preferably has demonstrable work experience with ServiceNow.

Candidate preferably has more than demonstrable work experience with the requested function within the eCF profile and assignment description.

Additional information

Hybrid working: Yes

Frequency of remote working days: 3

On-call services: Yes

Explanation: The frequency of the on-call service is 1 in 10 weeks.

• Ensure that communication performance, recovery, and security needs meet agreed service contract standards
• Contribute to defining network design policies, philosophies, and criteria
• Investigate, diagnose, and resolve network problems
• Use network management tools to determine network load and model performance statistics
• Remain aware of relevant legislation affecting network security
• Configure networks to protect against security threats
• Monitor networks to identify and address traffic bottlenecks

Project details

• Start: 2027-01-01T23:00:00
• Location: Huis ter Heide Utrecht, NL
• Languages: Dutch