Job Description

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.

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 Duties and Responsibilities

Involved in the transfer and set to work of deployed CIS installations during the operational handover of Standing Naval Forces (SNF) NATO flagships. Provides remote support to Flagships of those nations involved in the Standing Naval Forces (SNF's). Assists Core Section Head with the day to day System Administration (SA) of the Hardware (HW) and Software (SW) of the currently fielded version of MS Windows Server, to include managing Active Directory Services (Domain Controller, Group and Security Policies), as well as the DNS and DHCP servers. Assists with the day to day System Administration (SA) of the Hardware (HW) and Software (SW) of the currently fielded version of VMWare Virtualization technology, to include installation and troubleshooting of ESX hosts. Assists with the System Administration of the Storage Area Network (SAN) to include routine backup of the SAN, as required by the SLA and local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Assists with the System Administration of HW and SW of assigned systems; Assists with keeping all technical and service oriented documentation pertaining to assigned systems, is prepared, properly stored and kept up-to-date; Maintains a close liaison with other technicians and engineers within the CSU and the wider NCI Agency.

Essential Skills and Experience

Knowledge and practical experience in VMware virtualization technology. Configure, upgrade, deploy. Knowledge and practical experience in configuring iSCSI targets for virtualized environments. Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Server Technologies; Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange. Knowledge of ITIL IT service management model; Knowledge of Incident and Problem Management processes and experience in this area; Ability to write technical documentation and user guides; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Problem Solving - Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answer Customer Focus - Focuses on customer needs and satisfaction; acts with customers in mind; sets high standards for quality and quantity; monitors and maintains quality and productivity; works in a systematic, methodical and orderly way; consistently achieves project goals; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Must have practical experience in VMware virtualization technology, including VCSA configuration, ESX upgrade, and bare metal deployment. Must be able to deploy at short notice to resolve equipment failures on virtualized mission-critical systems.

Specific Working Conditions

Must be able to lift items up to 25kg This position requires physical work on deployed warships involving movement in small spaces. Deployable personnel must have individual medical and personal liability cover.

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

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.