Vessel IT Engineer

Confidential Company

Job Description – Vessel IT Engineer

Location: Tanajib, Saudi Arabia

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain onboard IT systems including servers, workstations, network equipment, and satellite communication systems (VSAT, Fleet Broadband, Starlink, OneWeb, GSM).
• Provide L1/L2 technical support to vessel crew and office users in Tanajib.
• Ensure compliance with company cybersecurity policies and international maritime cyber regulations.
• Monitor system performance and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Support deployment and administration of Microsoft 365, Teams, Intune, and other enterprise applications.
• Maintain backup, disaster recovery, and data security protocols for vessel IT infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues (LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi/Satellite) and coordinate with vendors/ISPs for resolution.
• Manage vessel IT asset inventory, documentation, and regular reporting.
• Provide support during vessel audits, inspections, and DOC/Aramco compliance checks.
• Collaborate with global IT infrastructure team for upgrades, patching, and system enhancements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent maritime IT experience).
• 3–6 years of experience in IT infrastructure and vessel IT operations.
• Strong knowledge of: Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Intune, Endpoint Security.
• Networking Cisco/HP/Aruba/Ruckus preferred).
• Maritime communication systems (VSAT, OneWeb, Starlink, GSM, SatC).
• Familiarity with IMO/ISM cyber compliance and Aramco IT requirements is an advantage.
• Experience in IT support for offshore or marine environments preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in remote locations and onboard vessels.

Key Competencies

• Technical proficiency in IT infrastructure and maritime communications.
• Strong coordination and vendor management skills.
• Flexibility to work in offshore/remote environments.
• Commitment to cybersecurity, compliance, and safety standards.

Daksha Sindhi

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