LINUX SYSTEM ENGINEER - BRUSSELS (BELGIUM) - PERMANENT POSITION
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Linux System Engineer for the IT infrastructure team of a client in Brussels.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and support of our Linux-based systems.
You will work closely with developers, DevOps, and security teams to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security of the infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
* Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.) across physical and virtual environments.
* Automate routine system administration tasks using shell scripting or tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Terraform.
* Monitor system performance, ensure availability, and maintain security through established best practices.
* Troubleshoot hardware and software issues and ensure uptime and reliability.
* Manage user access, system backups, and disaster recovery planning.
* Apply patches, upgrades, and maintain system documentation.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application deployment and CI/CD pipelines.
* Ensure systems meet compliance and security standards (e.g., SOC2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
* Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical issues as needed.
Requirements:
* 3+ years of experience managing Linux systems in a production environment.
* Strong knowledge of Linux server administration (Red Hat, CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu).
* Proficiency in scripting (Bash, Python, or similar).
* Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
* Familiarity with virtualization and container technologies (VMware, Docker, KVM).
* Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN).
* Experience with system monitoring tools (Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana).
* Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
* Experience with Kubernetes or other orchestration platforms.
* Security hardening and compliance experience.
* Certifications such as RHCSA, RHCE, or LFCS.
The Offer:
* A permanent, full-time employment contract
* A salary & benefits package commensurate with experience
Please send over your CV to tom.walker@vividresourcing.com or call me on +32 (0) 3 318 00 74. As always, we are open to recommendations, so please feel free to pass this on to other suitable candidates.