Senior System Administrator
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: 30/06/2026
Location: Brussels
Work Regime: Full-time, 2 days onsite
Job Description:
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Senior System Administrator to lead the development and evolution of the organization’s software and systems infrastructure. As a Senior System Administrator, you will work with the team to ensure the reliability, performance, and modernization of server environments. You will be part of a bilingual, interdisciplinary team and collaborate closely with experts in telecommunications interception, infrastructure engineering, and IT operations.
Responsibilities:
- Administer and maintain server environments (Windows/Linux).
- Manage Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP.
- Monitor and optimize virtualized environments (VMware, Proxmox, Hyper-V).
- Ensure system security, patching, backups, and business continuity.
- Contribute to the design and evolution of robust, scalable system architectures.
- Automate recurring tasks using scripting tools (Python, Powershell, Pearl, Ansible).
- Collaborate with network, security, and support teams to ensure end-to-end system reliability.
- Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues (software or system-related).
- Take ownership of assigned tasks, assess risks, and escalate when needed.
- Document infrastructure, processes, and application components.
- Work effectively in a multilingual, interdisciplinary environment.
- Contribute as a team player while being fully capable of working independently.
Required Experience:
- Minimum 7 years of experience in system administration (Windows and Linux).
- Solid skills in virtualization, storage, and security.
- Knowledge of cloud environments (Azure, AWS) is a plus.
- Scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python or equivalent).
- Understanding of infrastructure components (network, security, identity management).
Soft Skills and Professional Qualities:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in IT, or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Pragmatic, solution-oriented approach to technical challenges.
- Curious, proactive, and eager to learn and explore new technologies.
- Excellent communication skills, able to present complex information clearly.
- Discrete, stress-resistant, and reliable in critical environments.
- Fluent in French or Dutch, with a good understanding of the other language.
- Good command of written and spoken technical English.
Must-have Skills:
- Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP.
- Scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python or equivalent).
- System administration, virtualization, storage, and security.
- Experience with virtualized environments (VMware, Proxmox, Hyper-V).
- Proficiency in Windows & Linux.