Systems Administrator (Global IT Infrastructure & Virtualization)

Independent Recruiters; Hoofddorp; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Recruiters zoekt een Systems Administrator die zorgt voor hoge beschikbaarheid, beveiliging en performance van kernservers, netwerken en cloudomgevingen. Je werkt aan Windows Server, AD en Microsoft 365/Azure AD, beheert VMware/Hyper‑V en draagt bij aan globale infrastructuur‑upgrades.

Je ondersteunt Tier 2/3 incidenten voor internationale gebruikers en neemt deel aan een weekend on‑call rooster. Een EU‑ brede remote optie is mogelijk naast een kantoor in Nederland.

Qualifications

• Drie jaar ervaring in systeembeheer of IT‑infrastructuur.
• Sterke hands‑on kennis van Windows Server, Active Directory en Microsoft 365/Azure AD.
• Drie+ jaar ervaring met VMware en Hyper‑V.
• Goede analytische vaardigheden en documentatievermogen.
• In staat zelfstandig te werken in een wereldwijde matrix.

Responsibilities

• Beheer van Windows Server, AD, Azure AD en M365.
• Beheer VMware/Hyper‑V, opslag en back‑ups.
• Beveiligings‑ en netwerkinfrastructuur beheren (switches, firewalls, VPNs, Wi‑Fi).
• Technische ondersteuning (Tier 2/3) voor lokale en internationale gebruikers.
• Werk aan projecten en migraties, documentatie en procesverbetering.
• Deelname aan een roulatie voor weekend on‑call (ongeveer 2 uur per weekend elke 4 weken).

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

Azure AD

VMware

Hyper-V

Networking

IT security

Backups

Documentation

Job description

Beschrijving

Responsibilities Systems Administrator (Global IT Infrastructure & Virtualization)

As a Systems Administrator, you will ensure high availability, security, and performance across core server, network, and cloud environments.

• Server & Cloud Administration: Maintain, configure, and support Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure AD, and Microsoft 365 environments.
• Virtualization & Storage: Manage and optimize virtualization platforms (VMware & Hyper‑V), storage systems, backups, and routine system maintenance.
• Network & Security Infrastructure: Oversee switches, firewalls, VPNs, Wi‑Fi, and telephony systems; implement and enforce IT security best practices.
• Support & Operations: Provide Tier 2/3 technical support across servers, desktops, and core applications for local and international users.
• Projects & Upgrades: Assist with global infrastructure enhancements, system migrations, documentation, and process optimization.
• On-Call Availability: Participate in a rotational weekend on-call schedule (approx. 2 hours per weekend every 4 weeks).

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in systems administration or IT infrastructure support within a professional environment.
• Strong, hands‑on knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365/Azure AD.
• Minimum 3+ years of practical experience with both VMware and Hyper‑V.
• Solid understanding of operational networking (switches, firewalls, VPNs, Wi‑Fi) and IT security principles.
• Hands‑on experience managing backups, monitoring tools, and system recovery procedures.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; disciplined in documenting procedures.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, global matrix environment.

Salaris

A great fulltime position, working either in the Netherlands office (near Amsterdam) or EU-based remote. The position comes with a competitive salary and good secondary benefits, about which we'd like to tell you more in an introductory meeting.