WLAN Network Engineer
Cell Biology and Immunology – Wageningen University & ResearchNetherlands22 hours ago
Part-timeInformation Technology
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As a Network Engineer, are you enthusiastic about connectivity and WLAN in a highly innovative environment? Do you want to contribute to sustainable green solutions with high-quality technical solutions?
Our IT department has been voted best ICT employer for non-ICT in 2024!!
We are looking for an enthusiastic team player with a passion for technology and a love for working hands-on with network infrastructure. The Network Services team within WUR provides connectivity on the Campus in Wageningen, Lelystad and all other WUR locations throughout the country, including new buildings, lab environments and outdoor locations.
You have a broad interest in new developments in the field of ICT infrastructure and specifically WLAN. Your primary focus will be on maintenance, construction and renewal of the WLAN.
You are a driven network administrator who is working with his team on a state-of-the-art WLAN and a move towards WIFI first in WUR buildings.
You have an important task within the daily operation of the Wifi team, you solve problems, implement changes, come up with proposals for innovations and contribute to multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
What will you do?
We Ask
When It Comes To Terms Of Employment, Wageningen University & Research Is The Right Place For You. Highlights From Our CLA WR Are, For Example
Wageningen University & Research stimulates internal career opportunities and mobility with an internal recruitment policy. There are ample opportunities for own initiative in a learning environment, we offer excellent training opportunities. With us, you will get a versatile job in an international environment with a pleasant and open working atmosphere.
Our building is modern, light, green, and is located on a lively green campus where students, teachers, researchers and all other residents criss-cross each other, walk, work and study. The campus is spacious with good parking. You will work with the latest technology and will work in an enthusiastic team of colleagues with a passion for their field.
Do you want more information?
For more information about this position, please contact Bart Aarts, Manager IT Operations, 06 - 39 08 88 48 & [email protected]
For more information about the procedure, please contact Leoni Gasille HR advisor, telephone: 0317 - 485 821 or by e-mail: [email protected] .
Do you want to apply?
This can be done directly via the application button for this vacancy so that we can process personal data with your permission.
This vacancy is open until Monday 20th of October 2025. We will immediately talk to applicants who make us curious, so don't wait to apply
Welcome, safe and appreciated
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) attaches great importance to diversity and inclusion. This is because we believe that different insights lead to innovative solutions. We therefore create a working environment where everyone feels welcome, safe and valued, regardless of background, identity or experience. Together, we are building a culture in which everyone's unique contribution contributes to the success of our organization.
We are
The mission of Wageningen University & Research is 'To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life'. Within Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen University and the specialised research institutes of the Wageningen Research Foundation are joining forces to contribute to the solution of important questions in the field of healthy food and the living environment.
With approximately 30 branches, 7,200 employees (6,400 FTEs) and 13,200 students and more than 150,000 Lifelong Learning participants, Wageningen University & Research is one of the most appealing knowledge institutions in its field worldwide. The integrated approach to the issues and the cooperation between different disciplines form the heart of the unique Wageningen approach.
Our employees indicate these points as good reasons to come and work at WUR: read the 5 reasons to come and work at WUR
We are recruiting for this vacancy ourselves. Acquisition is not appreciated, but sharing in your network is.
As a Network Engineer, are you enthusiastic about connectivity and WLAN in a highly innovative environment? Do you want to contribute to sustainable green solutions with high-quality technical solutions?
Our IT department has been voted best ICT employer for non-ICT in 2024!!
We are looking for an enthusiastic team player with a passion for technology and a love for working hands-on with network infrastructure. The Network Services team within WUR provides connectivity on the Campus in Wageningen, Lelystad and all other WUR locations throughout the country, including new buildings, lab environments and outdoor locations.
You have a broad interest in new developments in the field of ICT infrastructure and specifically WLAN. Your primary focus will be on maintenance, construction and renewal of the WLAN.
You are a driven network administrator who is working with his team on a state-of-the-art WLAN and a move towards WIFI first in WUR buildings.
You have an important task within the daily operation of the Wifi team, you solve problems, implement changes, come up with proposals for innovations and contribute to multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
What will you do?
- You will manage and perform regular maintenance, firmware upgrades, and configuration changes on Wi-Fi infrastructure, Cisco SDA.
- You analyze and resolve (Wi-Fi) related incidents and tickets, and proactively think about structural improvements
- You will participate in network maintenance and construction at all WUR locations and will be present at locations for a large part of the week
- You are independently able to perform, interpret and create reports on a site survey.
- Where necessary, you help with underlying infrastructure (border and edge switches) that ensure that the wireless can run properly on top of that.
- You strengthen the cross-team work with other technical teams and thus strengthen the entire infrastructure chain
We Ask
- At least 2+ years of work experience with enterprise Wi-Fi networks, preferably in Cisco infrastructure environments
- You have a good command of the Dutch language
- You are familiar with the Wi-Fi standards 802.11ac, 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6/6E) and 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7), and understand the impact of RF parameters such as SNR, roaming, channel planning and airtime.
- Willing to work occasional consignment duty.
- In possession of relevant certification such as CWNA/ENWLSI or willing to obtain it in the short term.
- Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center is an advantage – you will actively work with this in this role.
- A results-oriented team player
- Communication skills, you know how to communicate well with colleagues inside and certainly outside IT
- A healthy dose of responsibility and ownership
When It Comes To Terms Of Employment, Wageningen University & Research Is The Right Place For You. Highlights From Our CLA WR Are, For Example
- Working hours that can be determined in consultation, so that an optimal work-life balance is possible;
- The possibility to build up extra compensation hours by working more, up to 40 hours per week;
- Sabbatical leave, study leave and partly paid parental leave;
- There is a lot of attention for vitality and you can use the sports facilities on campus at an attractive rate;
- A structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%;
- Excellent pension scheme through ABP
Wageningen University & Research stimulates internal career opportunities and mobility with an internal recruitment policy. There are ample opportunities for own initiative in a learning environment, we offer excellent training opportunities. With us, you will get a versatile job in an international environment with a pleasant and open working atmosphere.
Our building is modern, light, green, and is located on a lively green campus where students, teachers, researchers and all other residents criss-cross each other, walk, work and study. The campus is spacious with good parking. You will work with the latest technology and will work in an enthusiastic team of colleagues with a passion for their field.
Do you want more information?
For more information about this position, please contact Bart Aarts, Manager IT Operations, 06 - 39 08 88 48 & [email protected]
For more information about the procedure, please contact Leoni Gasille HR advisor, telephone: 0317 - 485 821 or by e-mail: [email protected] .
Do you want to apply?
This can be done directly via the application button for this vacancy so that we can process personal data with your permission.
This vacancy is open until Monday 20th of October 2025. We will immediately talk to applicants who make us curious, so don't wait to apply
Welcome, safe and appreciated
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) attaches great importance to diversity and inclusion. This is because we believe that different insights lead to innovative solutions. We therefore create a working environment where everyone feels welcome, safe and valued, regardless of background, identity or experience. Together, we are building a culture in which everyone's unique contribution contributes to the success of our organization.
We are
The mission of Wageningen University & Research is 'To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life'. Within Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen University and the specialised research institutes of the Wageningen Research Foundation are joining forces to contribute to the solution of important questions in the field of healthy food and the living environment.
With approximately 30 branches, 7,200 employees (6,400 FTEs) and 13,200 students and more than 150,000 Lifelong Learning participants, Wageningen University & Research is one of the most appealing knowledge institutions in its field worldwide. The integrated approach to the issues and the cooperation between different disciplines form the heart of the unique Wageningen approach.
Our employees indicate these points as good reasons to come and work at WUR: read the 5 reasons to come and work at WUR
We are recruiting for this vacancy ourselves. Acquisition is not appreciated, but sharing in your network is.
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