Network Specialists with Eu-passport for Initial

We are looking for up to **3x **Network Specialists **with EU-passport to start an initial 1-year contract for an EU-agency-client in Strasbourg (**100% on-site, EU-nationals ONLY). It's to **start a 220-day contract **(extensions possible) for **an international Org' client in Strasbourg.** **Start**:in 2-3 months or earlier when you have an existing EU-security-clearance.*** **EU nationals ONLY (**due to the "EU" security certifications required). We **can't accept any longer UK**-consultants, as long they don't have EU-SECRET clearance or another EU-citizenship. **AWARD & OTHERS** - Our client is an** international organisation** and a great reference in any CV English speaking environment. - **This role will be 100% onsite in Strasbourg as long the restrictions are lifted.**: - **This is a real longterm contract with **possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability (initial 220 day contract, where extensions are possible). - **EU nationals ONLY** (due to the "EU" security certifications required). We can't accept any longer UK-consultants, as long they don't have EU-scurity-clearance or another EU-citizenship (after Brexit the UK-consultant can't get any longer "EU" security clearances, which is mandatory for this position). - The applicants attention is drawn to the important role that the curriculum vitae plays in the evaluation. Curriculum vitae shall illustrate the specific skills relevant to this request. - **Europass-CV-format** (DOC) will be required at a later stage, it's mandatory, we can provide template (please don't use the online forms). The Job Description is general, as usual in these EU/UN-agencies, where we will learn about the specific focus of the role in the VC interview. **TASKS** - 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. **SKILLS** - Minimum 4 years of relevant education (master or equivalent) after the secondary school - 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 - Advanced/In depth knowledge of the domains of InternetProtocol 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 - 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 - Capability of integration in an international/multicultural environment, rapid self-starting capability and experience in working in a team. **PROVIDER** infom consulting is an owner-managed business and consulting firm in Germany. The company supports larg