Engineer (ICT Systems) FAS Specialist for NATO with security clearance
Would you like to join the leading international intergovernmental organization?
This is a pivotal technical role for an experienced ICT Engineer to serve as a subject matter expert in the administration and evolution of the Federation of Allied Systems (FAS) and Common Operational Infrastructure (COI) within the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency). As a FAS Specialist, you will be entrusted with the stewardship of enterprise-level systems that form the digital backbone of Alliance operations, directly enabling command and control (C2) capabilities across the NATO enterprise. This is not merely a system administration position; it is an opportunity to operate at the intersection of advanced ICT engineering, operational readiness, and international security.
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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- Department
- Platform / System
- Locations
- Norfolk