Senior Data Centre Architect

Spektrum have a wide range of exciting opportunities in several global locations.  We are always looking to add great new talent to our team and look forward to hearing from you. BACKGROUND: eu-LISA is the European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice (eu-LISA) manages large-scale IT systems to support the implementation of asylum, border management and migration policies in the European Union (EU). The Agency is also a front-runner for the digitalisation efforts of the EU's Justice and Home Affairs domain, building a new information architecture and contributing to the development of a new security ecosystem. Since the Agency's beginnings in 2012, eu-LISA has become the digital engine of the Schengen Area. With its activities and tasks, the Agency adds value to the EU Member States by supporting their efforts towards justice, security and freedom. TASK DESCRIPTION:          * Construct and maintain configurations for data networks. * Design, test and install network software and hardware. * Perform troubleshooting of network problems utilizing network analysers and/or sniffers and other troubleshooting tools. * Deal with network related documentation (develop/update/review) and technical specifications. * Configure and implement network monitoring and management systems. * Implement and monitor network security. * Plan network capacity/estimate network utilisation. * Analyse current network software and propose modifications and new software according to best practice standards and procedures. * Engage with vendors offering network related services and equipment. EDUCATION:        * Minimum 4 years of relevant education (master or equivalent) after the secondary school MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: * Minimum 9 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in the following fields: * DNS and IP administration * LAN protocols (Spanning Tree Protocol and/or VLAN trunking) * TCP/IP, RIP, OSPF, BGP and/or EIGRP * WAN network topologies and hardware (CSU/DSU, Private Line, DSL) * Network Management tools ADDITIONAL NEEDED QUALIFICATION, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:          * Advanced/In depth knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures related to Local and Wide Area Networks (LAN/WAN) * Advanced/In depth knowledge of network configurations * Advanced/In depth knowledge of the domains of Internet- Protocol based Local and Wide Area Networks (LAN/WAN) administration, firewall administration * Advanced/In depth knowledge of Firewall/VPN/loadbalancer configuration and troubleshooting (Cisco, Stonegate, F5 products are a plus) * Advanced/In depth knowledge of network configuration and troubleshooting including but not limited to DNS, VLAN, IP routing, LAN, WAN, and Site to Site VPN * Ability to perform network capacity planning * Very good knowledge of network security and monitoring and management of network security devices * Very good knowledge of encryption at network layer and encryption protocols (SSL/TLS, IPSEC, etc.) * In depth knowledge of the concepts related to load balancing, firewalls, switches (L2/L3), redundancy, IP addressing * In depth knowledge of network devices installation/deployment/backup and recovery of configuration * Ability to understand/write/update/review documentation and technical specifications related to network infrastructures * In depth knowledge of network design, network capacity planning, network evolutions, network monitoring * Ability to understand common network topologies as well as common cabling technologies and standards (fiber/copper, ethernet, etc.) * Network (Cisco Certified Network Professional/CCNP or equivalent) and IT Service Management/ITSM qualifications (IT Infrastructure Library/ITIL-ITILV3ISO/IEC 20000 or equivalent) would be advantageous * Ability to cope with fast changing technologies used in network infrastructures and network design * Ability to actively participate in meetings, very good communication/presentation skills * Capability of integration in an international/multicultural environment, rapid self-starting capability and experience in working in a team. We never know what new opportunities might be just over the horizon. If this opportunity isn't for you, please feel free to send us your resume anyway and be the first to know if something suitable for your skills and experience comes up.

Spektrum have a wide range of exciting opportunities in several global locations.  We are always looking to add great new talent to our team and look forward to hearing from you. Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects. Background: eu-LISA is the European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice (eu-LISA) manages large-scale IT systems to support the implementation of asylum, border management and migration policies in the European Union (EU). The Agency is also a front-runner for the digitalisation efforts of the EU's Justice and Home Affairs domain, building a new information architecture and contributing to the development of a new security ecosystem. Since the Agency's beginnings in 2012, eu-LISA has become the digital engine of the Schengen Area. With its activities and tasks, the Agency adds value to the EU Member States by supporting their efforts towards justice, security and freedom. Role Duties and Responsibilities * Legal advice and legal assistance in any area associated with the procurement, provision, delivery, maintenance, or effective use of information systems and their environments and IPR Tasks in more detail: * Implementing personal data management aspects in a complex IT environment; * Ensure privacy by design and by default solutions for the large scale IT systems; * Assist and/or perform records, compliance checks, risk screening, threshold and data protection impact assessments (DPIA); * Assist in developing and maintaining DPIA methodology; * Assist in providing training on DPIA methodology; * Assist in handling data breaches in particular within the large scale IT systems from detection, response and final report; * Assist in drafting data protection policies and procedures; * Identify gaps and contribute to the development of project plans to close the gaps and meet data protection requirements set forth by applicable regulation applicable to the large scale IT systems and data protection Regulation (EU) 2018/1725. Essential Skills and Experience * Minimum 9 years of experience in IT law. * Knowledge and proven skills regarding contract management and large-scale IT system projects; * Good knowledge in Data Protection matters, including Privacy by Design; * Good knowledge in Intellectual Property Rights * Proven experience of at least 8 years as a Data Protection Practitioner; * Proven experience of at least 8 years in implementing personal data management aspects in a complex IT environment; * 6 year proven experience in conducting comprehensive Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) in line with Article 35 of the Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR) or Article 39 of the Regulation (EU) 2018/1725 (EU DPR) - as a separate document produced independently from other documentation such as Security Risk Assessments, risk screening or threshold assessments ; * 6 year proven experience in implementing privacy enhancing technologies; * 3 year proven experience in handling data breaches, in particular within the large scale IT systems, in compliance with the applicable data protection regulations including assessment and mitigation measures to reduce the impact on data subjects. Education * University degree in law * Degree or equivalent experience demonstrating focus on privacy engineering is particularly applicable. Certifications * Specific certification on how to carry out Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) – including, at least, 40 hours course and exam – is an asset and considered an advantage. * Basic Privacy/Data Protection certification such as Certified Information Privacy Professional/Manager (CIPP/E or CIPM), EIPA – Data Protection Certification, University of Maastricht - Data Protection Certification, Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection from PDP Training (UK) - including ‘Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments’ in the certification programme, any other equivalent certification in data protection and/or conducting data protection impact assessments officially recognised by any EU/EEA National Data Protection Authorities. Working Location * Strasbourg, France Working Policy * On Site Travel * Some travel to other NATO sites may be required Contract Duration * Jan 2024 – Dec 2024 Security Clearance * Valid EU Confidential clearance     We never know what new opportunities might be just over the horizon. If this opportunity isn't for you, please feel free to send us your resume anyway and be the first to know if something suitable for your skills and experience comes up.