Naval Connectivity & Infrastructure Engineer

Robert Walters Italy

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Naval Connectivity & Infrastructure Engineer to join an international and forward-thinking logistic organisation in Genova, where your expertise will be pivotal in maintaining and enhancing naval enterprise-level IT systems. This role offers the chance to work with both on-premises and cloud-based environments, ensuring business continuity and operational excellence. You will play a key part in driving the fleet technology improvements, supporting end users, and implementing robust security measures. The organisation is committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace, providing opportunities for professional growth, ongoing training, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies. If you are passionate about IT infrastructure, thrive in a team-oriented setting, and are eager to make a meaningful impact, this position provides the perfect platform for your next career move.

What you'll do:

• Oversee the daily management of the fleet IT infrastructure, including monitoring servers, storage solutions, network devices, and applications across both on-premises and cloud platforms to ensure optimal performance.
• Respond promptly to helpdesk incidents and service requests during and outside office hours, providing dependable support to maintain uninterrupted business operations.
• Plan, implement, and maintain hybrid cloud strategies by integrating existing infrastructure with cloud services for enhanced scalability and resilience.
• Administer Windows Server 2022 environments with responsibilities spanning Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, File Servers, IIS, Certificate Authority, WSUS, WAN/LAN/WLAN services.
• Design and manage LANs, WANs, VPNs, Firewalls (including SD-WAN), Switches, Access Points, ensuring robust network security and availability.
• Implement comprehensive backup solutions and disaster recovery plans; conduct regular failover tests to guarantee data integrity and business continuity.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and enforce cybersecurity best practices to safeguard systems against emerging threats.
• Provide technical guidance to end users on Windows 10/11 systems; document issues thoroughly while communicating progress clearly and empathetically.
• Lead or participate in IT improvement projects aimed at upgrading key systems or introducing new technologies that align with organisational goals.
• Collaborate closely with remote teams as well as local management to resolve technical challenges efficiently while promoting knowledge transfer.

What you bring:

NOTE: MUST COME FROM THE MARINE / NAVAL INDUSTRY AND WILLING TO RELOCATE IN GENOVA, ITALY

• Demonstrated experience (4-5 years) ion the marine sector supporting enterprise IT systems including Windows Servers (Active Directory, Group Policy), virtualisation platforms such as Hyper-V, networking hardware (Firewalls, Switches), VSAT/Starlink connectivity solutions.
• Comprehensive understanding of server administration tasks including configuration of DNS/DHCP/File Servers/IIS/Certificate Authority/WSUS within Windows Server 2022 environments.
• Proficiency in designing secure LAN/WAN/VPN architectures; hands-on experience configuring firewalls (including SD-WAN), switches, access points for high availability networks.
• Expertise in endpoint protection strategies as well as implementation of backup/disaster recovery solutions; proven track record conducting regular failover tests.
• Familiarity with cloud security principles; ability to integrate on-premises infrastructure seamlessly with public or private cloud services using hybrid models.
• Strong communication skills enabling effective collaboration with non-technical stakeholders; adept at documenting processes clearly for future reference.
• Ability to diagnose intricate infrastructure issues quickly while remaining calm under pressure during system failures or cyber incidents.
• Experience running employee induction programmes or delivering user training sessions related to IT systems usage or security awareness initiatives.
• Degree or diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent practical experience within similar roles.
• A commitment to continuous learning; agile mindset open to feedback; capacity for multi-tasking within a fast-evolving environment.

What sets this company apart:

• International working environment, a real global team
• Flexible working opportunities to support work-life balance
• Fast growing company with a lot of space to grow
• Significant investment in tailored training and professional development
• Access to advanced technologies, including traditional data centers and cloud platforms
• Real opportunities for personal growth aligned with strategic business goals