Network Administrator

Working at TNO means contributing to research and innovative applications that matter. To the energy transition, applications of secure AI in healthcare, the future of digital identity, but also our security. As a Network Engineer your challenge is to manage complex networks on which over 4000 TNO employees at 20 locations in the Netherlands perform their daily work and research. You have an eye for detail, security and can perform coordinating activities.

As Network Engineer you are responsible for having and keeping the network infrastructure available. You ensure adequate performance and system security You perform performance measurements and trend analyses and make system adjustments. You manage and administer changes. And you have an advisory role regarding the urgency, impact and priority of changes to be implemented.
You follow the latest techniques and trends in the field and you develop ideas to further qualitatively develop the service level of the department. And you maintain operational contacts with suppliers of software and hardware.

The position is very diverse and you get a lot of freedom and space for your own ideas.

To perform this role well, it is important that you recognize yourself in the following profile:

• Demonstrable multi-year experience as a LAN / WAN network administrator in a relevant work environment;
• Demonstrable multi-year experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, F5, Infoblox;
• Flexible customer and service oriented attitude;
• Analytical and problem solving skills.

Challenging and varied work with serious impact. And plenty of opportunities, because at TNO you are in charge of your own career. Besides a gross (full-time/40hour) monthly salary of € 3,750,- and € 5,000,- you get a 13th month of 8.33% and a flex budget of 5.58%. So monthly your salary can average between € 4,350,- and € 5,750,-. Next to this you will also receive 33 vacation days and 8% holiday payment. In addition, you will have every opportunity to develop yourself and much attention is paid to your work-life balance.

TNO offers optional employee benefits, enabling you to tailor your benefits package to match your personal situation. You may also expect:

• An extremely professional, innovative working environment where colleagues are leading experts in their field.
• The opportunity to attend courses, workshops and conferences, and to receive training and coaching based on your needs.
• 33 days annual leave on a full-time basis.
• An employer that values and encourages diverse talent, with initiatives like the Female Leadership Program, our Rainbow Community and round tables on inclusion topics.
• We offer a comprehensive and flexible mobility plan that also includes full compensation for public transportation for commuting and business travel.
• Great social events with your team and other TNO colleagues. That’s how you will get to know a lot of people really quickly.
• Flexible working hours, the possibility to work parttime (32 of 36 hours) and the possibility of working from home.
• A good pension scheme.

Read more about tailoring your benefits package.

At TNO, we innovate for a healthier, safer and more sustainable life. And for a strong economy. Since 1932, we have been making knowledge and technology available for the common good. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. There is all the space and support for your talent and ambition. You work with people who will challenge you: who inspire you and want to learn from you. Our state-of-the-art facilities are there to realize your vision. What you do at TNO matters: impact makes the difference. Because with every innovation you contribute to tomorrow’s world. Read more about TNO as an employer.

At TNO we encourage an inclusive work environment, where you can be yourself. Whatever your story and whatever unique qualities you bring to the table. It is by combining our unique strengths and perspectives that we are able to develop innovations that make a real difference in society. Want to know more? Read what steps we are taking in the area of diversity and inclusion.

The selection process comprises two interview rounds. We aim to finalize the entire process within four weeks.

A certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) is required before starting a new job at TNO.

As you will be working for clients in the domain of defence and security, a Certificate of No Objection issued by AIVD (The Dutch General Information and Security Service) is mandatory. This means you will have to undergo a security screening. Read more about security screening.