Senior Defense Network & Communications Engineer

Spektrum; Brussel; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Spektrum is seeking a seasoned Network and Systems Engineer to support NATO NCIA projects within the BICES NATO HQ Element. You will lead or contribute to technical activities in a multinational environment, focusing on secure, integrated LAN/WAN, VPNs, and VoIP/VTC deployments.

The role requires a university ICT degree, 6+ years in network engineering, and CCNA; CCNP or ITIL familiarity is a plus. On-site work in Brussels with occasional travel may be expected.

Qualifications

• University degree in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) or related discipline is required.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in Network and Systems Engineering.
• At least 3 years' experience designing and managing large LAN/WAN deployments.
• Experience designing networks operating at classified levels with cryptographic overlays (VPN).
• Cisco CCNA certification or equivalent experience.
• Ability to monitor and plan ICT services within CIS contexts.
• Familiarity with ITIL methodologies and implementation.
• Advanced Cisco training toward CCNP Enterprise/Collaboration is a plus.
• Experience with VRF-based network virtualization.
• Experience with security accreditation for classified CIS within NATO and multinational programs.

Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle development, deployment and support of network and VoIP/VTC technology operated by the BICES NATO HQ Element.
• Interoperability aspects with connected and interconnected systems of Nations or NATO.
• Embedded in multidisciplinary project teams, leading or contributing to technical project activities.
• Contribute to shaping and delivering future capabilities for the BICES NATO HQ Element.

Skills

Network engineering

Systems engineering

LAN/WAN design

VPN design (IP encryptors)

CCNA

ITIL familiarity

CCNP training/qualification

VRF virtualization

Security accreditation knowledge

Multinational teamwork

Education

University degree in ICT or related discipline

Tools

Cisco IOS

VRF virtualization

Network monitoring tools

Job description

Spektrum is seeking a seasoned Network and Systems Engineer to support NATO NCIA projects within the BICES NATO HQ Element. You will lead or contribute to technical activities in a multinational environment, focusing on secure, integrated LAN/WAN, VPNs, and VoIP/VTC deployments.

The role requires a university ICT degree, 6+ years in network engineering, and CCNA; CCNP or ITIL familiarity is a plus. On-site work in Brussels with occasional travel may be expected.