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The Engineer (ICT Systems) – FAS Specialist is a senior technical role responsible for the administration, maintenance, and optimization of critical COI/FAS (Communities of Interest / Federated Access Services) systems. This position ensures the high availability, performance, and security of mission-critical ICT infrastructure, providing expert support for NATO C2 (Command and Control) systems and operations. The incumbent serves as a technical SME, ensuring interoperability and supporting complex multinational exercises.

Responsibilities:

• Administer COI/FAS systems, ensuring availability, performance, and compliance with Service Level Agreements;

• Configure, maintain, and optimize Windows/Linux servers, databases (SQL/Oracle), and supporting enterprise services (e.g., DNS, DHCP, AD, GPO, ADFS);

• Provide technical guidance and ensuring interoperability for FAS and C2 systems;

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve system, application, and database incidents in a timely manner;

• Support execution of NATO exercises by implementing and adapting system configurations;

• Automate administrative and operational tasks using scripting tools to improve efficiency;

• Perform system maintenance, updates, and security hardening, including vulnerability identification and mitigation;

• Provide technical support to end-users and coordinate with stakeholders across multiple domains;

• Document configurations, procedures, and best practices to ensure continuity and knowledge sharing.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Extensive experience managing and administering COI/FAS systems, including support to NATO exercises and ensuring interoperability across commands

• Strong expertise in Windows and Linux server administration, system configuration, performance tuning, and security hardening

• Advanced database management skills (Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle) and enterprise IT services (DNS, DHCP, AD, GPO, ADFS)

• Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash, JavaScript) for automation and operational efficiency

• Proven troubleshooting, system optimization, and end-user support capabilities in mission-critical environments

• SME-level knowledge of NATO C2 systems, ICT architectures, cybersecurity practices, and experience working in multinational environments.

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