Network Infrastructure Engineer - European Commission Milano

Network Infrastructure Engineer - European Commission
Milano
Lombardia, Milano

WHO WE ARE Etinars? is a values-focused company with multi-year experience, specialised in the recruitment of professionals for niche markets - managing the full-life cycle of specialist and executive level hires.

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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.