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IT4OT Architect

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• IT & Digital
• Amersfoort (NLD)
• Professional - Experienced
• 32-40 uren
• Job-ID: 59062

IT4OT Network Architect

Help shape the future of IT/OT convergence at FrieslandCampina.

As digitalization accelerates across our manufacturing landscape, smart devices, remote connectivity, and evolving cyber threats continue to push IT deeper into the world of OT. This creates an exciting and essential need for strong, coordinated collaboration between the two domains.

As an IT4OT Network Architect, you will play a pivotal role in designing, securing, and managing the complex network infrastructure that supports our industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA, and production environments. Your expertise will guide the safe and reliable integration of IT and OT standards, ensuring our global operations remain resilient, efficient, and future-ready.

Wat we vragen

We are looking for a highly skilled professional who combines deep technical knowledge with a collaborative, forward-thinking mindset. You will shape secure and resilient operational networks, safeguard continuity, and influence teams across IT and OT domains. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

You bring:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• 8+ years of experience in Network Engineering, including 3-5 years specializing in OT/ICS or SCADA network architecture
• Technical Expertise, including:
  • Experience with industrial network hardware (Cisco, Siemens, Hirschmann Industrial Ethernet)
  • Expertise in segmentation and security zones (firewalls, VLANs)
  • Strong understanding of air-gapped or segmented architectures prioritizing latency and availability
  • Familiarity with configuration and management tools for industrial networks
• Safety & Reliability Focus ensuring OT networks maintain operational integrity and personnel safety
• Exceptional collaboration skills to bridge IT, OT, business, engineering, and operations
• Relevant certifications are a strong plus (e.g., GICSP, CCNA/CCNP Industrial, ISA/IEC 62443 Cyber Security Expert)

Wat we bieden

FrieslandCampina has a unique company culture of Dutch heritage and international presence. The work environment is informal and friendly, where you collaborate with passionate professionals. You will have access to training and coaching to support your professional growth, and internal career development opportunities are actively encouraged. With trust and autonomy, you will have the chance to create lasting impact, contributing to better nutrition for the world. As for the employment benefits:

• Salary between €5,261 and €7,516 per month, depending on knowledge and experience (full-time);
• Full-time workweek of 38 hours, 5% year-end bonus, 12,5% bonus, and a pension;
• Flexible working hours and ample opportunities to work from home;
• 200 hours of annual leave, the option to buy or sell 40 extra hours, and 8% holiday allowance;
• Free milk & cheese during lunch and delicious barista coffee at our headquarters.

Vacaturetekst

As an OT Network Architect, you will design and secure robust network solutions supporting our factories and production environments.

Your responsibilities include:

Design & Architecture

• Develop highly available, resilient OT network infrastructures
• Design Layer 2/3 segmentation, industrial wireless solutions, and fiber optic systems

Security & Compliance

• Implement segmentation models aligned with ISA/IEC 62443 and the Purdue Model
• Deploy firewalls, IDS, and ensure audit readiness and compliance

Integration & Protocols

• Manage secure IT/OT integration points
• Apply expertise in protocols such as Profinet and OPC UA

Standards & Lifecycle

• Develop and maintain network standards, documentation, and modernization strategies for legacy environments

Monitoring & Performance

• Deploy OT-specific monitoring tools to ensure network health, visibility, and real-time control performance

Collaboration & Strategy

• Partner with engineering, operations, and IT teams to align network strategy with business needs

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You will be part of the IT4OT department, situated within Enterprise Technology Services. You will report directly to the Director IT4OT and maintain close relationships with stakeholders across IT, OT, Digital, Technology, and Operations throughout our end-to-end supply chain.

FrieslandCampina is investing strategically in strengthening IT and OT integration. This convergence enables improved operational efficiency, data-driven decision making, enhanced visibility and control, stronger cybersecurity, and scalable growth for future technological advancements. IT4OT and OT functions both play vital roles: IT4OT focuses on overarching IT systems integration, while OT focuses on operational technology design and implementation.

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