Job Title: IT Solution Architect / Technical Project Manager – NSIS
Location: Belgium
Client Environment: Federal Police – Belgian National Schengen Information System (NSIS)
Language Requirement: French or Dutch (Active) + English (Active)
Support Requirement: 24/7 on-call support (including possible on-site intervention within 1 hour)
About the Organization
BINAT is responsible for the implementation and management of international security projects and databases including:
* Europol
* Interpol
* Schengen-related systems (SIS, EES, VIS)
The Belgian National Schengen Information System (NSIS), deployed within the Federal Police, enables secure data exchange between European countries within the Schengen Area through a centralized system.
The NSIS is interconnected with all Federal Police applications and multiple federal platforms.
Project Overview
The NSIS supports cross-border information exchange under the Schengen framework and integrates with both national and central Schengen systems.
The role focuses on architecture, implementation oversight, integration, and technical governance of mission-critical law enforcement systems.
Key Responsibilities
🔹 Project & Solution Management
* Manage IT solution implementation in line with cost, timeline, and quality requirements
* Develop and maintain project strategies, schedules, and roadmaps
* Define tasks, deliverables, and quality control mechanisms
* Conduct risk analysis and manage mitigation strategies
* Oversee change management and issue resolution
* Provide status reporting and documentation
* Supervise and manage project team deliverables
* Participate in program-level meetings and technical committees
🔹 Architecture & Technical Design
* Analyze existing system architectures
* Design component-based architectures
* Define target and transition architectures
* Develop system roadmaps
* Analyze and manage integration between multiple information systems
* Coordinate implementation of technical platforms
* Participate in technical working groups
* Support testing, documentation, evaluation, and reporting
🔹 Business & Domain Understanding (Mandatory)
* Strong understanding of NSIS business context
* Knowledge of Schengen Protocol and cross-border information exchange
* Experience with integration between national Schengen systems and central systems
* Familiarity with Federal Police development and deployment environments
* Knowledge of Federal Police development standards and procedures
* Proficiency in eu-LISA provided tools
Technical Skills Required
Technology
Level Required
Angular Confirmed
Git / GitLab Confirmed
Java Expert
JavaScript Expert
Linux Expert
Mainframe OSD Expert
Maven Confirmed
OpenMQ Confirmed
PHP Expert
PostgreSQL Confirmed
SAG Adabas Expert
SAG Natural Expert