Senior IaaS & Virtual Infrastructure Lead

EMW, Inc.; Henegouwen; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

EMW, Inc. in Mons, Belgium is seeking a Chief Technician (Virtual Infrastructure) to lead and support IaaS platforms across on-premises, private, and public clouds. You will ensure operations, maintenance, and project support while maintaining security and documentation standards.

The role requires active NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET clearance, strong Linux/Windows administration, VMware ESXi/vSAN, and automation with Ansible. Expect on-call duties, travel to SHAPE, and collaboration with SAO/SDMs.

Qualifications

• Active NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET clearance is required.
• 4 years post-related experience with higher vocational training or 6 years with secondary education.
• Practical proficiency in both on-premises and cloud technologies (public and private).
• Familiarity with IaaS operations including VMware, storage, and Linux/Windows AD.

Responsibilities

• Guarantee seamless operation and upkeep of NISC IaaS Services across on-premises, private, and public clouds.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues promptly and support timely resolution.
• Update CMDB and network topology after changes or decommissioning components.
• Provide strategic advice to SAO/SDMs and coordinate with IaaS management.
• Monitor SLA compliance and contribute to SOPs/SOIs for IaaS services.
• Prepare reports and briefings for senior management during projects.

Skills

COSMIC TOP SECRET clearance

VMware ESXi

Linux administration

Windows AD management

Ansible Automation Platform

Red Hat Satellite

VMware VSAN

Bash scripting

Infrastructure as Code

Public/Private cloud

Education

Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline

Secondary educational qualification with 6 years post-related experience

Tools

VMware

Red Hat Satellite

Ansible Automation Platform

Bash

Job description

EMW, Inc. in Mons, Belgium is seeking a Chief Technician (Virtual Infrastructure) to lead and support IaaS platforms across on-premises, private, and public clouds. You will ensure operations, maintenance, and project support while maintaining security and documentation standards.

The role requires active NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET clearance, strong Linux/Windows administration, VMware ESXi/vSAN, and automation with Ansible. Expect on-call duties, travel to SHAPE, and collaboration with SAO/SDMs.