IT Change Coordinator at Spektrum · Brunssum

Spektrum have a wide range of exciting opportunities in several global locations.  We are always looking to add great new talent to our team and look forward to hearing from you. Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects. Who we are supporting The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including: Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats. Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations. Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces. Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks. Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers. Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities. The program Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS) The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V. To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce. Role ID –C004879 Role Duties and Responsibilities Administers Requests for Change, reviews and closes Requests for Change, and reports on results; Documents meeting minutes of the local Change Advisory Board; Assists in planning and management changes and configuration items. Monitors all CSU change management, Service Asset and Configuration Management activities in accordance with Agency directives, processes and local procedures; Assists in development and execution of local release and deployment schedules, in accordance with Agency directives, processes and local procedures; Conducts reviews and supports Verification Audits against Configuration Management Database. Supervises Configuration Control activities and ensures execution in accordance with Agency directives, processes and local procedures; Plans, manages, coordinates assigned resources and conducts work to meet quality targets; Takes initiative to investigate and resolve technical issues in a systematic approach; Maintains sound knowledge on implemented technologies; Advises superiors and recommends technical solutions; Performs other duties as may be required. Essential Skills, Experience and Certifications ITIL V3/ V4 foundation is essential, In depth experience in ITIL Change Management; Knowledge of various ITIL processes and their relationships and purposes; Experienced in Configuration management; Experience with Release and deployment; Competent in the use of personal computer office automation packages (such as; Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint); Familiarity with the use of computer based administrative support tools; Broad experience with, and understanding of, various ICT components used to deliver services, ranging from servers, PC's, VOIP telephones, call manager, satellite receivers, active network components, such as; routers switches and firewalls, as well as software applications and patching practices; Familiarity and understanding with risk management practises in conjunction with the execution of IT change management. This is a role that we require a very quick onboarding into the role, so practical experience in a face to face dynamic environment, talking to teams and Customers face to face, over the telephone and in meetings is a must Desirable Skills, Experience and Certifications ITIL Service Transition certification desirable Broad and in-depth experience of the ITIL Service Management framework; Project management experience; Configuration Control; IT Collaboration tools; Experience in training customers and end users with ITSM tools and processes. Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements; Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT Education Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline with 5 years post-related experience; Working Location Brunssum, Netherlands Working Policy Onsite Travel Some travel to other NATO sites may be required Security Clearance Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance We never know what new opportunities might be just over the horizon. If this opportunity isn't for you, please feel free to send us your resume anyway and be the first to know if something suitable for your skills and experience comes up.