25 January 2023 11:18

IT Network & Security Specialist

Purpose of the role

As part of the IT Division, the Network & Data Specialist will report to the Head of IT and be involved primarily in the implementation and management of the company’s systems and network.

 

Responsibilities and daily activities

The main activities and responsibilities will include:

  • defining and configuring the company’s network system;
  • managing and modifying the configuration of the IT network’s infrastructure;
  • designing and updating the network security systems aimed at safeguarding privacy;
  • blocking and analyzing any suspicious activities, developing remediation methods which guarantee maximum security;
  • supervising the constant monitoring of the company’s systems and IT networks involved in detecting potential threats to cybersecurity;
  • defining protocols and cybersecurity policies in order to identify and mitigate potential threats;
  • assessing any security breaches and taking the steps needed to guarantee the integrity of the systems and procedures in place.

 

Job requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

  • a college degree in computer science or equivalent qualifications
  • at least 3-4 years of experience in a similar role at a small/medium-sized company or with an IT services company
  • in-depth knowledge of computer networks and communication protocols
  • in-depth understanding of firewalling, switching, VPN and network security threats, antivirus software, penetration testing
  • familiarity with Cyber Security, Data Protection and data encryption
  • English

 

Added pluses include:

  • completion of training courses relating to network and cyber security
  • proactive and results driven
  • ability to problem – solve and streamline activities
  • propensity for self-development and ability to work independently
  • good communication skills

 

Location: Bologna

Date job offer published: 19/01/2023

 

Interested parties are asked to kindly submit their applications by clicking on the link provided below or by writing to ufficio.personaleigd@gruppoigd.it.