Our client is seeking an experienced Linux System Engineer to provide operational support and engineering expertise within a large-scale IT infrastructure environment.
The consultant will be responsible for ensuring the stability, performance, and security of Linux-based systems by resolving incidents and service requests, performing system maintenance, and implementing infrastructure changes in line with established operational standards.
In addition to day-to-day operations, the consultant will:
- Diagnose and resolve OS-level issues.
- Contribute to problem management by identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain secure, compliant, and well-monitored environments.
- Participate in R&D initiatives, evaluating emerging technologies and developing solution prototypes.
- Drive automation initiatives through scripting, Infrastructure-as-Code, and workflow automation to improve efficiency and reliability.
Requirements
Languages
- Dutch or French: Professional to native proficiency
- English: Professional working proficiency
- German is considered an asset.
Experience
- Minimum 4 years of experience in IT Operations within large-scale enterprise, governmental, or international environments.
- Proven experience managing Linux-based infrastructures across physical, virtualized, and containerized environments.
Linux Platform Engineering
- End-to-end lifecycle management of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or equivalent platforms.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Red Hat Satellite 6.x
- OS provisioning, patching, and lifecycle management
- Performance tuning and troubleshooting
- Advanced OS diagnostics
Automation & Infrastructure as Code
- Strong knowledge of Ansible Automation Platform.
- Experience developing playbooks, roles, and automation workflows.
- Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code methodologies and CI/CD integration.
- Experience integrating automation with monitoring and operational processes.
CI/CD & Version Control
- Experience with Git-based platforms such as GitLab, Azure DevOps, or similar.
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure and configuration deployments.
Container Technologies
- Experience within the Red Hat container ecosystem.
- Knowledge of:
- Podman
- OCI Containers
- Container monitoring and lifecycle management
IT Service Management
- Experience working within ITIL-aligned environments.
- Knowledge of:
- Incident Management
- Problem Management
- Change Management
- Service Request Management
- Strong monitoring, diagnostics, and forensic analysis capabilities.
Nice-to-Have Skills
Database Technologies
- Exposure to Oracle, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
- Experience with database installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
Infrastructure & Platform Ecosystem
- VMware environments.
- NetApp storage solutions.
- Hardware lifecycle management, including firmware updates and planning.
Security & Monitoring
- Experience with endpoint protection and detection tools such as:
- Trend Micro Deep Security
- ClamAV
- Equivalent security solutions
- Understanding of monitoring and alerting integration for security events.
Network & Platform Integration
- Basic operational knowledge of:
- Palo Alto
- Check Point
- F5
- Infoblox
- Ability to correlate infrastructure and network events during incident investigations.
Scripting & Automation
- Strong Bash and/or Python scripting skills.
- Experience developing automation for monitoring, remediation, and reporting.
Vendor Management
- Experience coordinating with vendors and managing support processes and software licensing.
Additional Information
- Location: Schaerbeek (Brussels region), Belgium.
- Full-time assignment.
- Occasional travel within Europe may be required (maximum two days per month).
- Hybrid working model according to the client’s remote work policy.
- Possess a valid Belgian work permit.
- Hold a valid residence permit granting the right to reside and work in Belgium.
