Job Title: IT Architect
“make measurable business impact in a high-tech manufacturing company”
📍 Location: Kinderdijk (the Netherlands)
🕒 Employment Type: Full-time
📅 Start Date: 2026-1-1
Job Summary:
Royal IHC is a global player in the maritime industry. We require a robust and scalable IT landscape that enables seamless operations across borders. We are at the forefront of innovation, investing heavily in emerging technologies, data-driven decision-making, and artificial intelligence to create the maritime future.
The IT Department of IHC ensures the continuity of our business, providing high performing IT solutions that are secure and compliant. Moreover, we evolve our IT landscape to increase productivity of our business units. We operate a hybrid cloud environment to host our applications and develop & maintain IT Integrations.
Royal IHC is growing and to support this expansion we’re looking for a IT Architect as part of the Architecture Team. You are a subject matter expert within (Microsoft Azure Cloud) network, infrastructure and Azure Integration Services (incl. Logic Apps and Container Apps). You’ll partake in delivery projects, providing guidance across infrastructure, networking, cloud platforms. You’re pragmatic and hands-on, meaning that you can step in and code when needed and provide coaching to the teams you support. You bring experience with IT Security and have a sharp eye for costs associated with development & maintenance.
🔧 Responsibilities
Design and maintain network & infrastructure architectures aligned with enterprise architecture principles.
Advise on technology choices and roadmap within the infrastructure, cloud, and security domains.
Collaborate with delivery teams to translate architectural principles into actionable solutions.
Identify and mitigate risks related to security, compliance, and operational resilience.
Document architecture models, standards, and guidelines.
Engage with stakeholders across IT, security, business and external vendors.
🎯 Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of experience as an architect in IT infrastructure, cloud, or security.
Deep knowledge of networking technologies, Microsoft Azure cloud platform, virtualization, and security frameworks.
Familiarity with enterprise architecture methodologies such as TOGAF or similar.
Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts.
A real can do mentality bringing theoretical concepts into practice.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Azure Architect, or equivalent are a plus.
🤝 What We Offer
A strategic role in a forward-thinking and innovative IT environment.
Collaboration with leading experts in data, AI, and technology.
Opportunities for personal development and certification.
Flexible working arrangements and a competitive benefits package.
Top Skills
What We Do
Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship. Driven by innovation, our dedicated experts provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. However, Royal IHC is much more than vessels, equipment and services.
We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and create a platform for a more sustainable performance. As we navigate new waters, our aim remains unchanged: to discover the smartest and safest way forward for both our customers and our people. Together, we create the maritime future.
For career opportunities check www.royalihc.com/careers or contact our Staffing department: +31 (0)88015 4444
