Pauwels Consulting
EN
Senior System Administrator
Brussels-Capital
Digital - Infrastructure
Work experience: 5-7
Reference number: 89715

A specialized national security unit is looking for a Senior System Administrator to strengthen its technical operations team. This unit provides discreet technical and tactical support to law enforcement investigations and crisis response. The environment combines Windows and Linux systems, virtualized infrastructure, storage and backup platforms, and specialized telecom interception tools, requiring a skilled administrator with both breadth and depth.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage, maintain, and upgrade existing and future system infrastructures across Windows and Linux environments
  • Configure, deploy, and administer operating systems, Active Directory, and system softwareo
  • Administer virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V) and support containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) where used
  • Ensure the security, availability, and performance of systems and data
  • Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to guarantee consistency and efficiency
  • Troubleshoot complex system issues and propose improvements
  • Manage and optimize storage and backup solutions in a high-availability environment
  • Document technical configurations and operational procedures clearly and consistently
  • Contribute to the evolution of infrastructure strategies to meet changing operational needs
  • Adapt solutions to support telecom interception platforms and data-intensive systems such as InterSystems Caché running on Linux
  • Demonstrate initiative, problem-solving, and self-directed learning while contributing to team objectives

What are we looking for?

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT or equivalent through experience (3–10 years)
  • Experience: At least 5 years as a System Administrator, including 3 years managing Windows and Linux systems
  • Technical knowledge: Windows Server, Red Hat Linux, VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V, Active Directory and Group Policy, storage and backup systems (SAN/NAS, enterprise backup), basic knowledge of Docker/Kubernetes, understanding of mobile telecom technologies, familiarity with InterSystems Caché or similar platforms is a plus
  • Languages: Fluent in Dutch or French, with solid knowledge of the other national language; good command of Englis

What do we offer?

Location: Brussels region (hybrid, 2 days remote per week)

Duration: 29/09/2025 – 31/12/2025 (4 months, full-time)

Contract type: Freelance / CDD

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