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 Infrastructure Engineer • Genoa, Liguria, Italy J-18808-Ljbffr