Network Infrastructure Engineer - European Commission

Etinars; Alessandria; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Etinars seeks a Network Infrastructure Engineer for the European Commission's Joint Research Centre in Ispra, Italy. In this hybrid role, you will design and maintain a large-scale network infrastructure, ensuring reliability and security for numerous users. Candidates should possess expertise in Cisco technologies and automation skills, alongside a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Servizi

Laptop provided

Competitive Salary

Corporate Benefits Package

Company events

Competenze

• Expertise in Cisco network technologies required.
• Strong knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies.
• Experience with data centre technologies and ACI migration.

Mansioni

• Design and maintain campus network infrastructure for 2500 users.
• Manage and optimize Cisco technologies including Catalyst 9000.
• Automate tasks using Python, Bash, and PowerShell.

Conoscenze

Cisco technologies

Network security

Automation scripting

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Formazione

CCNA/CCNP Enterprise Certification

Strumenti

Ansible

GIT

Cisco Firepower

Cisco WLC

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22.08.2025

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Job Description:

WHO WE ARE

• Etinarsis avalues-focusedcompany with multi-year experience, specialised in therecruitmentof professionals forniche markets- managing thefull-life cycleof specialist and executive level hires.
• At Etinars, we genuinely care aboutwho you are and what you need.
• We place great emphasis on fostering robust, enduring connections built upontrustandtransparency.
• Our approach ensures aswift journey, leading youhand in handtowards signing your next career step.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Network Infrastructure Engineer - European Commission

Join our client’s team as a Network Infrastructure Engineer for the prestigious Joint Research Centre of the European Commission in Ispra (Varese).
With over 30 years of experience, our client is a trusted partner ofEuropean governments and international organizations, specializing inIT and spaceservices, providing operational and engineering support forEarth observation missions,data processing, andapplied research.

In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of a large-scale campus network infrastructure, supporting 2500 users across various locations. You will have a deep understanding of Cisco technologies, network security, and automation, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our network systems.

YOUR TASKS

• Design, implement, and maintain campus network infrastructure for 2500 users.
• Manage and optimize Cisco technologies, including Catalyst 9000, IOS-XE, and Stack configurations.
• Administer and troubleshoot switching (VLANs, EtherChannel, STP) and routing protocols (OSPF, BGP).
• Lead migration to Cisco ACI for large-scale data centre projects (150 racks, 20,000 VMs).
• Manage Cisco datacentre technologies (Nexus 9000, 7000, NX-OS).
• Automate tasks using Python, Bash, PowerShell, and tools like Ansible, Netmiko, REST API, and GIT.
• Administer WAN infrastructure (IPSec VPN, MPLS, DMVPN, SSL-VPN) across multiple countries.
• Implement and manage network security with Cisco Firepower and Fortinet firewalls.
• Oversee Wi-Fi management with Cisco WLC controllers.
• Monitor network performance using SNMP and Syslog tools.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Expertise in Cisco network technologies
• Strong knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies.
• Expertise in high availability technologies.
• Experience with Cisco datacentre technologies and ACI migration.
• Proficiency in Linux systems and automation scripting (i.e. Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Familiar with network automation tools (i.e.Netmiko, REST API, Ansible, GIT).
• Experience managing WAN infrastructure
• Knowledge of network security
• TACACS + Authentication , DHCP, and DNS services.
• Proven experience with Wi-Fi deployment and management
• Familiar with network monitoring and troubleshooting
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• Certification in CCNA/CCNP Enterprise.
• Good written and oral command of English (B1 or higher)

EXTRA INFORMATION

• Work location: Ispra (Varese), Italy at the European Commission Joint Research Centre
• Work mode:Hybrid, 3 days on-site per week and the rest from home
• Laptop provided
• Competitive Salary, for both Employees and Freelancers
• Corporate Benefits Package
• Company events
• The competence level will be tested during interview. In case the information about the competence level filled in the CV are not true, this may lead to refusal of candidate.

Please note that, due to the sensitive nature of the data involved, this position is currently available only to individuals who meet the following criteria:

• EU Citizens
• Non-EU Citizens already based in EU with a valid work permit

Once we receive your CV, we will take time to evaluate it carefully. Should there be a match for this or any other position at Etinars, we will be in touch with you. In case there is no match now don’t worry, we will make sure to keep your CV in consideration for future vacancies!

In Etinars we are committed to supporting Diversity and Inclusion Community. If you identify as part of it and you meet the minimum criteria for the job, you will be given the opportunity to demonstrate your abilities at an interview.