Onboard IT & Network Specialist — Superyacht Connectivity

Van Berge Henegouwen (VBH); Weesp; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working opportunities

Pension plan

4% annual profit-sharing

Training and personal development

Company laptop and iPhone

25 vacation days

Job summary

VBH is seeking an IT & Network Specialist to design, configure and optimize onboard networks on world-class superyachts. You’ll work with routers, switches, firewalls and wireless systems, turning technical requirements into reliable, secure network solutions.

You’ll collaborate with System Engineers and installation teams on complex IT projects where reliability is critical. The role demands hands-on networking expertise, ownership, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience designing, implementing and maintaining enterprise network infrastructures.
• Hands-on experience configuring routers, switches, firewalls and wireless environments.
• CCNA certification held; CCNP considered a strong advantage.
• Experience with Fortinet solutions and Fortinet NSE certification desirable.
• Solid knowledge of LAN/WAN, VPNs, network segmentation and cybersecurity standards.

Responsibilities

• Configure and optimise onboard network infrastructures for complex IT environments.
• Work with routers, switches, firewalls and wireless networks to ensure reliable connectivity.
• Implement security measures including firewall configurations and access controls.
• Test configurations, commissioning activities and resolve technical issues during installation and delivery.
• Collaborate with System Engineers and installation specialists to coordinate activities and share knowledge.

Skills

Enterprise networking

Routers & switches

Network security

English & Dutch

Tools

Cisco IOS

Fortinet NSE

Palo Alto

VPN technologies

Job description

VBH is seeking an IT & Network Specialist to design, configure and optimize onboard networks on world-class superyachts. You’ll work with routers, switches, firewalls and wireless systems, turning technical requirements into reliable, secure network solutions.

You’ll collaborate with System Engineers and installation teams on complex IT projects where reliability is critical. The role demands hands-on networking expertise, ownership, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.