Infrastructure Technician
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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 seek personnel to join our team and support key client projects.
Introduction
The NATO Communications & Information Agency (NCI Agency) is responsible for the support to be provided to NHQ Sa/ EUFOR (to operate and maintain its Static and Deployable Communication Information Service Capability
The project is to provide full Operations and Maintenance of all systems, services, and facilities located in Bosnia and Hercegovina. Services cover the following:
Workspace Services and End User Devices, but not limited to:
Laptops and Workstations
Laptop and Workstation peripheral devices o Keyboards
Monitors
Mice
KVM switches
Desk Top Uninterrupted Power Supplies (where deployed)
Headset
Web Cameras
Speakers
VOIP/ VOSIP phones
VTC systems/ facilities
Multifunctional Printers and Scanners
Mobile Phones
Cabling and access points.
Back End Infrastructure in Host Nation Locations, but not limited to:
Uninterrupted Power Supplies
Routers
Switches
Firewalls
Crypto Systems
Servers and Mass Storage devices
Cabling and access points.
Deployable CIS Systems, but not limited to:
Tactical Satellite Systems (TACSAT)
INMARSAT
Harris Radios.
Security domains or networks in Host Nation locations:
EUFOR Secret network: Used by the personnel deployed under the EUFOR Crisis Establishment (CE).
NATO Secret network: Used by the personnel deployed under the NATO CE.
NATO Unclassified network: Used by all NATO, EUFOR personnel including Local Civilian Hires (LCHs).
Miscellaneous equipment directly related to building infrastructure:
Prime power
Room/Building UPS
Building Air Conditioning.
Role Responsibilities
Responsible for service support activities at level 1, 2 service support to level 3 activities when required according to defined competence area.
Mandatory Requirements:
3 Years Professional experience in the required area
NATO Deployable Optical Fibre Cabling (ETF Code A0023) or equivalent certification.
In-depth knowledge of Fibre Optical and Copper cabling regulations (including NATO related security regulations- SDIP 27, 28, 29, 30) relating to Inside and Outside Plant infrastructure.
In-depth knowledge of LAN/ WAN Topologies.
In-depth knowledge of Fibre Optic and Copper cabling termination, maintenance and repair.
Proficiency in use of tools and test equipment for the purpose of termination, maintenance and repair of Fibre Optic and Copper cabling LAN & WAN infrastructure.
In-depth knowledge of installation of Racks and Cabinets.
Familiarity with LAN networking devices (hub, switch) and WAN networking devices (routers).
Desirable Requirements:
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - (Code 200-301).
The Computing Technology Industry Association- CompTIA Network+ certification (Code N10-008).
NATO UHF TACSAT Basic (ETF Code A0037) or equivalent certification.
In-depth knowledge of Deployable Satellite communications and associated systems (e.g. SATCOM, VHF, UHF, HF, LOS.).
In-depth knowledge of computer operating systems.
NATO UHF TACSAT Applications & Database Manager (ETF Code A0038).
Security Clearance=
National or NATO Secret
Language Requirements
Able to listen, speak, read, and write in English to or above the NATO SLP 3333 (= good/minimum professional) in accordance with STANAG 6001.
Work Arrangement
100% Onsite
Primary working location is Sarajevo, BiH
08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday
Occasional overtime and on call activities
Rotation schedule for in country activities and vacation periods
Travel Expectations
Local travel between official NATO locations
Minimal international business travel
Contract Duration
July 2024 to December 2025
With 3 x 1-year options (2026,2027,2028)
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