IT4OT Network Architect (all genders)
€5,261 - €7,516 per month
Key Skills
Job Description
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. What we ask 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) What we offer 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. Vacancy description 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 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.
Core Responsibilities
Design and secure robust OT network infrastructures, including Layer 2/3 segmentation and industrial wireless solutions. Implement security models aligned with ISA/IEC 62443 and manage the integration points between IT and OT environments.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field and over 8 years of network engineering experience, with 3-5 years specializing in OT/ICS or SCADA. Must possess deep technical expertise in industrial hardware and a strong focus on operational safety and reliability.
Benefits
- Year-end bonus
- Pension
- Flexible working hours
- Work from home options
- Annual leave
- Option to buy or sell extra leave hours
- Holiday allowance
- Free milk and cheese during lunch
- Barista coffee
About FrieslandCampina
Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Company size: 10,001+ employees
FrieslandCampina is a large international dairy company with a cooperative history dating back more than 150 years. The company processes milk into a wide range of dairy products and ingredients. Royal FrieslandCampina N.V. is fully owned by Zuivelcoöperatie FrieslandCampina U.A., with 15,000 dairy farmers in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and France as members. Through the cooperative, these member dairy farmers jointly own the company. FrieslandCampina provides consumers with dairy products, such as milk, yoghurt, condensed milk, dairy-based beverages, cheese, butter, quark and cream. The dairy company supplies specific nutrition geared to meet the needs of specific consumer groups, such as children, the elderly and sportspeople. Professional customers, such as bakers, pastry chefs, chocolate confectioners, chefs and caterers can also rely on our broad product range, including creams, butter, desserts and fillings. In addition, the company supplies high-quality ingredients to international food producers and pharmaceutical companies. With over 20,000 employees (FTEs) and branches in 29 countries, our products find their way to more than 100 countries worldwide. Our company has an inclusive culture that reflects our heritage. That means people here are open, friendly, straight-forward and pragmatic. Our team players are always seeking collaborations built on trust and respect, and that spirit fuels the power of ‘We’. Our culture is about embracing the power of differences in order to grow together. It is the diversity of our people, their individual enthusiasm and collective commitment to shaping the future of dairy that makes FrieslandCampina such a special place to work. We believe that when you stay true to your nature, you will get the most out of your natural potential. If that is in your nature too. Bring your spark. Join us. Grow with us.