Network Infrastructure Engineer - European Commission

Etinars; Mantova; Ibrido; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading company specializes in recruiting professionals for niche markets is seeking a skilled Network Infrastructure Engineer for the European Commission in Italy. This role involves the design and management of a large-scale network infrastructure, focusing on Cisco technologies and automation, in a hybrid work environment with competitive benefits.

Servizi

Competitive Salary

Corporate Benefits Package

Laptop provided

Company events

Competenze

• Expertise in Cisco and automation tools is crucial.
• Experience managing WAN infrastructure and network security.
• Familiarity with Linux systems and troubleshooting.

Mansioni

• Design, implement, and maintain campus network for 2500 users.
• Manage and optimize Cisco technologies.
• Lead migration to Cisco ACI for data centre projects.

Conoscenze

Cisco network technologies

Layer 2 technologies

Layer 3 technologies

high availability technologies

automation scripting

network security

network monitoring

problem-solving

Formazione

CCNA/CCNP Enterprise certification

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Strumenti

Netmiko

Ansible

Python

Bash

PowerShell

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Posted:

08.07.2025

Expiry Date:

22.08.2025

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Job Description:

WHO WE ARE

• Etinarsis a values-focused company with multi-year experience, specialized in the recruitment of professionals for niche markets— managing the full lifecycle of specialist and executive-level hires.
• At Etinars, we genuinely care about who you are and what you need.
• We place great emphasis on fostering robust, enduring connections built upon trust and transparency.
• Our approach ensures a swift journey, leading you hand in hand towards 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 of European governments and international organizations, specializing in IT and space services, providing operational and engineering support for Earth observation missions, data processing, and applied 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.