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Senior Infrastructure & Security Architect

Senior Infrastructure & Security Architect

Build the secure foundation for our digital operations

At Planon, part of Schneider Electric, this role owns the design, reliability and continuous improvement of our internal infrastructure, cloud, identity and security architecture. You will translate business continuity, security, compliance and operational needs into practical standards, architecture decisions and implementation roadmaps.

This is a senior, hands on role. You will advise on direction and governance, while also stepping into complex operational issues, working with colleagues to identify root causes and turn decisions into sustainable solutions. You will collaborate across infrastructure, applications, data and AI as part of one Digital Operations team serving our global organization.

What we can challenge you with:

  • Design and review secure, scalable architecture across Azure, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, hybrid infrastructure and the digital workplace.
  • Translate business, security and operational requirements into technical designs, architecture decisions, standards and implementation roadmaps.
  • Define and embed security baselines, hardening measures, Zero Trust controls and secure-by-design patterns.
  • Lead complex infrastructure, migration, integration and transformation initiatives from strategy through implementation.
  • Assess technical changes and architecture proposals for risk, compliance, scalability, resilience and operational impact.
  • Automate infrastructure operations and lifecycle management using PowerShell, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code and relevant automation tooling.
  • Support complex incidents, problems and change management by investigating root causes, coordinating remediation and ensuring structural improvements.

Profile

A company is nothing without its people. Our diverse group of employees is the beating heart of our business and the key to our collective success. To continue that success, you combine broad infrastructure and security expertise with the judgement to set direction and the practicality to make change happen. You communicate clearly, bring colleagues together and take ownership from architecture through remediation.

This role is a great fit if you:

  • Minium of 7 years of relevant experience in infrastructure, cloud, identity and/or security architecture. with experience in migrations.
  • Demonstrable expertise with Azure (incl network) DevOps, Intune, Microsoft 365, Entra ID and hybrid infrastructure environments.
  • Experience with backup, disaster recovery and defining RTO/RPO requirements.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Defender, Sophos, Azure Monitor, Intune and vulnerability management.
  • Strong knowledge of enterprise networking, Windows and Linux Server, Active Directory and virtualization with VMware.
  • Working knowledge of IAM, SSO, RBAC, Conditional Access, enterprise applications, Secret/certificate management API's and Zero Trust principles.
  • Experience translating security and compliance requirements into implementable technical controls and operating practices.
  • Combine architectural ownership with hands-on troubleshooting of complex infrastructure or security issues, driving sustainable remediation.
  • Willingness to monitor continuity and implement improvements during standby shifts, including outside office hours.
  • Professional fluency in English and willingness to work hybrid from our Nijmegen HQ at least two days per week.

Good-to-haves

  • Experience with PowerShell, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code or comparable automation tooling.
  • Knowledge of ISO 27001, NIS2, SOC 2, C5 and GDPR-related infrastructure controls.
  • Relevant infrastructure, cloud or security education and certifications.
  • Experience in a growing SaaS, Shared Services or global enterprise environment.
  • Familiarity with TOGAF, Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework or Azure Well-Architected Framework.

We offer

We offer a healthy work-life balance with the flexibility of hybrid working, in a collaborative and learning-oriented environment with opportunities for continuous development. We put our people at the heart of our company and create an inspiring and safe environment that allows everyone to work, learn, liveand play. You will work on challenging projects with leading clients, gaining valuable experience.

Salary range: EUR 6,000 - EUR 8,000 gross per month, depending on experience. This range reflects a good faith estimate of the expected compensation for this role, based on objective, role-related criteria. The total compensation package includes variable compensation and additional benefits.

Would you like to find out more about our salary range and benefits? View Netherlands benefits.

Planon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable law.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to support parts of our recruitment process, such as application screening and candidate assessment. These tools assist our recruiters, and final employment decisions are always made by human professionals.

Ready to shape secure digital operations and make the architecture work in practice? Apply now.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

We know that a company is nothing without its people. Our diverse group of employees is the beating heart of our business and the key to our collective success. From celebrating successes, big or small, to remote working, we understand that company culture is a number one priority. Excitement, enjoyment and fun are integral to who we are and help to create a shared sense of belonging. They not only power our success, they also encourage our drive and resilience.

Crucial to the personal and professional development of our people is maintaining a culture of continuous learning. The Planon Academy has been set up for this reason. We encourage our people to show self-leadership, invest in their personal growth, and fulfil their career potential by using the full range of support and tools we offer. At the end of the day, it’s your career - we want you in the driver’s seat.

Our managers play a very important role in encouraging the talent and career development of our people. To support them in their role, we offer a management learning program.

With our Healthy Hybrid Workplace framework, you have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, whether that’s from the office or from home. You have the flexibility and autonomy to make sustainable choices that work for you. We believe in the power of coming together at the office, but we also embrace the many possibilities that working from home offers. Your well-being comes first.

Our application process consists of five steps:

  1. Introduction call with a recruiter
  2. First interview
  3. Assessment
  4. Second interview
  5. Offer

Learn more about our application process.

First of all, you will receive an attractive salary and benefits package. Secondly, our employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance and opportunities to grow.

Learn more about the benefits specific for your country.

Alongside developing smart sustainable building management software to support our clients on their journey to net-zero buildings, we are investing in improving the sustainability of our own operations.

In our daily activities, we adhere to sustainable business practices. We include these practices in our company values and standards, which are implemented in several ways. The UN Sustainable Development Goals play a leading role in our decision making and we aim to report under the CSRD and the GHG Protocol.

Learn more about Planon’s impact

We value a working culture that excludes nobody. DEIB (diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging) is essential to our company and the key to unlocking the maximum potential of our individuals and teams. In everything we do, we try to break down barriers and build connections. We have a focus on diversity when it comes to our people, new hires, management, and leadership. We recruit, employ, and promote our colleagues based on their qualities and abilities, and do not discriminate in any manner.

Internal education also plays a big role in our DEIB program. The program includes internal courses and regular workshops on topics such as how to be a hiring manager, overcoming bias, and intercultural competence. The global nature of our organization and colleagues means we especially value these skills.

Planon has offices in 16 countries. The headquarters are in Nijmegen, the Netherlands.

You are more than welcome to submit an open application here. We will contact you as soon as possible.

Schneider Electric is a global industrial technology leader bringing world-leading expertise in electrification, automation and digitization to smart industries, resilient infrastructure, future-proof data centres, intelligent buildings, and intuitive homes.

At Schneider Electric and Planon, we're building the future together. As a new colleague, you will be joining a partnership that's redefining what smart buildings can do. Our solutions bridge the gap between building systems (OT) and business processes (IT), transforming data into clear, actionable insights. This is where you come in: helping our customers to create buildings that drive innovation, operational efficiency and sustainability.

Together, we empower our customers to lead and inspire, crafting spaces that are efficient, optimized and have a positive impact on users’ lives and our planet.

These are the steps of our onboarding process:

  1. You will receive a welcome letter with information about your first working day.
  2. Your manager will welcome you on your first day and give you a tour of the office.
  3. You will collect your laptop and other assets from IT and visit HR to finalize the administrative onboarding.
  4. You follow the three-day online induction course by the Planon Academy.
  5. Once your probation period ends, your manager discusses the continuation of the employment contract with you.

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