Senior Microsoft System Administrator

Elity Global; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Relocation support

Daily meals

Sponsored gym membership

Access to recreation area

Regular social events

Job summary

A global IT solutions firm is seeking a Senior Microsoft Systems Administrator to join their team in Amsterdam. This role involves designing and maintaining a secure Microsoft directory infrastructure while enhancing IT processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft environments and strong communication skills. Competitive salary between €75,000 and €100,000, along with comprehensive relocation assistance and various perks, are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Microsoft environments including Microsoft 365 and Active Directory.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across teams successfully.
• Hands-on experience building scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and maintain Microsoft directory infrastructure focusing on security and scalability.
• Proactively identify issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Automate and standardise IT processes for improved efficiency.

Skills

Microsoft environments (Microsoft 365, Intune, Entra ID)

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

PowerShell scripting

Windows desktop and server configuration

Networking principles

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, ICT, or related field

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Elity Global

As a Senior Microsoft Systems Administrator, you will be part of a global IT Operations team, working closely with Helpdesk, Linux administrators, network engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and business stakeholders. You will play a key role in designing, optimising, and maintaining the end‑user and directory infrastructure, with the autonomy to be creative in your technical solutions.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast‑growing, high‑performance environment where engineers are encouraged to propose ideas, take ownership, and see their solutions through to completion.

Responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and maintain a global Microsoft directory infrastructure with a strong focus on security best practices, high availability, scalability, and business continuity
• Proactively identify potential issues and implement long‑term, sustainable solutions
• Automate, standardise, and document IT processes to improve efficiency and reliability
• Provide hardware and software support to internal teams
• Conduct regular audits of the environment, ensuring compliance with security and industry standards
• Perform remote troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve production issues
• Manage the full server lifecycle, including building, deploying, and maintaining new solutions
• Monitor system performance and manage capacity planning

Requirements

• Strong experience with Microsoft environments, including Microsoft 365, Intune, Entra ID, and integrated on‑premise Active Directory
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, ICT, or a related field
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects across different teams and deliver them successfully
• Hands‑on experience building scalable systems using Infrastructure as Code (IaC), PowerShell scripting, and Autopilot
• Solid Windows desktop and server configuration management skills
• Good understanding of networking, authentication, and identity management principles
• Experience with Linux administration is a plus
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders

What’s on offer

• The opportunity to work in a high‑tech, fast‑paced environment
• Competitive base salary ranging from €75,000 to €100,000, depending on experience
• Attractive variable compensation and long‑term growth opportunities
• Comprehensive relocation support for international candidates, including relocation budget, flights, housing assistance, and expat services
• Daily meals provided on site
• Regular social events and after‑work activities
• Sponsored gym membership
• Access to an in‑house game and recreation area

Feel free to apply on our website and let's get in touch for your next challenge in 2026!

https://elityglobal.com/careers/

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology and Administrative

Industries

Capital Markets and Financial Services

Location

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands