Spektrum Matlock, England, United Kingdom
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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.
Who We Are Supporting
The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.
The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including:
* Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats.
* Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations.
* Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces.
* Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks.
* Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers.
Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities.
The program
Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS)
The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V.
To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce.
Role ID – C004271
Role Duties And Responsibilities
* Maintain network and communications infrastructure in support of Allied Maritime Command and the United Kingdom;
* Maintain databases, spreadsheets, and drawings in support of CSU Northwood configuration management activities;
* Maintain and perform asset management audits relevant to systems assigned;
* Diagnose and rectify both physical and logical network issues within and outside of MARCOM HQ;
* Travel to overseas locations as part of the Standing Naval Force Operational Handover team to install and set to work TACSAT and or SEMARCOMM+/SEMARCIS as directed;
* Travel to overseas locations as part of the Standing Naval Force Operational Handover team to install and set to work the connectivity to the deployed BI-SC kits as directed;
* Manage the maintenance and support of ICT infrastructure relevant to the NATO COMMCEN comprising HF & VLF systems;
* Manage the maintenance and support of Cornet matrix switches;
* Assist with planning and supporting/implementing assigned project work packages;
* Utilise procedures, tools, and techniques for monitoring and managing the performance of Information and Communications Technology Platforms and provide reports as required;
* Install operate, and maintain assigned Information and Communications Technology Platforms;
* Support the integrity of assigned Information and Communications Technology Platforms, support IT Service
* Continuity Management (ITSCM), Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery Plans;
* Liaison with other internal CSU staff, external NCIA Service Lines, and other third party customers and technical organisations as required;
* Respond to, and implement solutions for, ITSM tickets relevant to the area of work;
* Perform maintenance of assigned systems/services;
* Stay abreast of technological developments relevant to the area of work;
* Take the initiative to investigate and resolve technical issues in a systematic approach;
* Advise his/her superiors and recommend technical solutions;
* Work on own initiative with limited supervision;
* Deputize for higher-grade staff, when required;- Perform other duties as may be required.
Essential Skills, Experience And Certifications
* Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline with 2 years post-related experience. Or a secondary educational qualification with 4 years post-related experience;
* Experience working in NATO or NCI Agency and familiarization with NCI Agency organizational concepts such as EnterpriseService Delivery Model;
* ITIL Foundation Certificate.
* CISCO Certified Network Associate or Interconnecting CISCO Network Devices 1 & 2 Certification;
* Minimum 2 years continuous experience in at Network Routing and Switching and at least one of the following specific fields: Satellite Radio Communication Systems, Terrestrial Radio Communication Systems, Communications/Media Delivery Systems (IPTV, VOIP, VTC, AV, etc.)
Desirable Skills, Experience And Certifications
* Harris Radio 117F and/or 117G experience/knowledge;
* GGR Cornet Matrix systems experience/knowledge;
* VTC & AV systems experience/knowledge;
* SEMARCOMM+ / SEMARCIS experience/knowledge;
* INMARSAT based systems experience/knowledge;
* IPTV / Digital signage experience/knowledge;
* Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements;
* Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO, ACT & NCI Agency.
Working Location
* Northwood, Great Britain
Working Policy
* On-Site
Travel
* Some travel to other NATO sites may be required
Security Clearance
* Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance
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