Royal IHC
**Location:** Rijeka, Croatia
**Department:** Global IT Operations & Infrastructure
**Reports to:** Manager Global IT Operations & Infrastructure
**Job Type:** Full-time | On-site
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and skilled Medior Infrastructure Officer to join our Rijeka team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the stability, security, and performance of IT systems across a dynamic hybrid cloud environment. You will be responsible for monitoring, patching, system management, and networking operations to support business continuity and compliance with internal and external standards.
· Monitor infrastructure health across on-prem and cloud environments.
Analyze performance metrics and proactively address bottlenecks.
· Maintain system documentation and ensure accurate logging of activities.
· Coordinate and execute patching schedules for servers, endpoints, and network devices.
· Ensure compliance with security baselines and update policies.
· Collaborate with security teams to validate patch effectiveness and risk mitigation.
· Manage virtual and physical servers, storage, and network components.
· Configure and maintain switches, firewalls, routers, and VPNs.
· Support backup, disaster recovery, and failover strategies.
· Implement changes and upgrades in line with ITIL and Kanban methodologies.
· Work closely with IT Operations, Security, and Application management teams.
· Provide 2nd line support and resolve infrastructure and network-related incidents.
· Participate in infrastructure-related projects
**Education & Certification**
· master degree in IT or related field.
· Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSA, Azure Fundamentals) preferred.
· Networking certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA) are a plus.
· Familiarity with ITIL, Kanban, and hybrid cloud principles.
**Experience**
· 3–5 years in infrastructure or system/network administration roles.
· Proven experience with patching, monitoring, and system lifecycle management.
**Technical Skills**
· Proficiency in Windows Server, Active Directory, and virtualization platforms.
· Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, SCCM, Tanium).
· Strong understanding of networking technologies (e.g., VLANs, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
· Experience with firewall management, VPN configuration, and network troubleshooting.
· Familiarity with hybrid cloud architecture and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Terraform).
**Soft Skills**
· Strong analytical and communication skills.
· Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
· Fluent in English and Croatian.
· High system and network uptime and performance.
· Timely and compliant patching across environments.
Documented infrastructure and network changes and incident resolutions.
· Contribution to infrastructure and network optimization and cost control.
Creating the maritime future
Anchored in a rich Dutch maritime history, Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship.
With the right people and skills on board, and driven by innovation, we provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. However, Royal IHC is much more than equipment, vessels and services. We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and allow for a more sustainable performance.
All over the world, our people are deeply committed to technological innovation, supported by our long-standing experience in our core markets. Our experts work in close collaboration with multiple stakeholders to meet the specific needs of each customer.
With our continuous commitment to technological innovation, we seek to always meet the specific requirements of each individual client. IHC annually spends approximately 3% of its revenue on innovation, which places us in the top 15 Dutch companies in terms of R&D. We have branches in many different countries, giving us a truly international perspective.
Our business culture has a strong character and is based on collaboration, openness and respect. Perseverance is also a quality that runs through the veins of our organisation. At IHC we have a total commitment to improvement and innovation. Coming to work for us does not mean you have reached your destination. At IHC you will continue to grow and learn, and your expertise will continue onwards and upwards. That is not just a promise from us, but also a commitment we ask of you. Those who demonstrate independence and a strong feeling of responsibility are given a great deal of freedom, but that doesn’t mean you will be left to fend for yourself. Where needed, you can count on us for coaching and personal supervision.
IHC has a wealth of in-house talent. And we want to make the maximum use of it. That is why we have created development programmes. There are programmes for every level. If you have completed your preparatory secondary vocational education (VMBO) you can start at our in-house Technical Training Centre. We also have plenty of development opportunities for employees with senior secondary vocational education (MBO), higher vocational education (HBO) or a degree from a university (WO).
They can choose from the wide range of programmes, courses and other training opportunities. In addition to the development programmes, there is Young IHC. This programme of activities is especially for our young graduates to help them find their feet in our company. It makes it easy for them to get to know their colleagues in the various business units and creates a strong personal network.
Are you currently a student or have you just graduated? There are several ways for you to start a new career at IHC. We recognise the value of a strong link between industry and education, which is why ambitious students are always welcome at IHC for a traineeship or to do their graduation research. There are various options available, the choice is up to you!
“Let us build a career for you!”
Facts about
Number of employees: 2300
Sectors: Dredging, Offshore, Shipbuilding & repair, Shipping
Career level: Student, Starter (< 3 years), Young professional (3-5 years), Professional (5-10 years), Senior professional (>10 years)
Preferred educational level: Vmbo, Mbo, Hbo, Wo bachelor, Wo master
Preferred educations: Mechanical Engineering, Marine Technology, Naval Architecture, Electrical Engineering
