Key Skills

Job Description

Join Alfen as a System Engineer and strengthen our hybrid IT landscape with secure, scalable and reliable platform services. You enable robust infrastructure, modern cloud solutions and stable IT operations. What will you do? As a System Engineer, you implement, manage and optimise Alfen’s hybrid IT environments, covering both on‑premises systems and cloud platforms. You collaborate with platform teams, security, networking and external vendors to deliver stable, secure and future‑proof IT services. Your Responsibilities Include Infrastructure Operations & Platform Management Manage and optimise Windows/Linux servers, storage, backups and virtualisation platforms (VMware/Hyper‑V). Perform patching, security updates, lifecycle upgrades and performance monitoring. Ensure high availability, stability and performance across hybrid infrastructures (Azure + on‑prem). Monitor capacity, availability and cloud cost efficiency. Cloud, Automation & Hybrid Environment Enablement Implement and manage cloud solutions (Azure, Microsoft 365, AWS). Support hybrid identity, cloud migrations and platform integrations. Develop automation using PowerShell, Azure CLI and GitOps practices. Support container platforms such as Docker, Kubernetes and AKS. Network, Security & IAM Enablement Maintain network infrastructure (Cisco & Azure), firewalls, routing, switching and VPN services. Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, NIS2 and internal security frameworks. Perform incident and problem analysis, including root‑cause investigations. Support and optimise IAM processes, RBAC models and security configurations. Projects, Documentation & Cross‑Domain Collaboration Contribute to lifecycle projects, upgrades and new implementations. Advise on architecture and improvement initiatives. Produce technical documentation, configurations, procedures and design materials. Act as 2nd/3rd‑line escalation for complex technical issues. Collaborate with platform, workplace, security and networking teams. What do we ask of you? Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field. 2–5 years of experience in hybrid or infrastructure engineering roles. Strong knowledge of Azure, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory (Hybrid), AVD. Experience with VMware/Hyper‑V, Docker/Kubernetes/AKS and automation (PowerShell/Azure CLI). Experience with networking (Cisco + Azure). Familiarity with ITIL, security principles, RBAC and monitoring/observability tools. Nice to have: Intune MDM/MAM, IAM experience, CI/CD and IaC. Preferred: AZ‑104, VMware VCP, Nutanix NCP. Strong analytical, communication and problem‑solving skills. What do we offer you? Role At Alfen, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact in a technical role with autonomy and innovation potential. You can rely on: Competitive salary and excellent employment conditions (Metalektro CLA). 27 vacation days + 13 additional days (option to sell 10). Hybrid working (max. 2 days per week). Company laptop. Access to our learning platform. Activities via AlFun and Young Alfen. Sports opportunities including fitness and event participation. Pension scheme via PME with strong employer contribution. Travel allowance of €0.23 per km, up to 50 km one‑way. Where will you be working? You will collaborate with platform teams, business departments, security, networking and external partners—ensuring a secure, stable and scalable infrastructure. Interested? Apply via the “apply now” button on our website. Please note: A reference check, screening and VOG may be part of the process. Acquisition is not appreciated.

Core Responsibilities

Manage and optimize Alfen’s hybrid infrastructure across on-premises systems and cloud platforms, including servers, storage, virtualization, networking, security, and identity services. Support cloud and infrastructure projects, automation, incident resolution, documentation, and collaboration with platform, security, networking, and business teams.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in IT or a related field and 2–5 years of experience in hybrid or infrastructure engineering are requested. Candidates should have strong knowledge of Azure, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, and AVD, along with experience in virtualization, containers, automation, and networking; relevant certifications are preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Metalektro Collective Labour Agreement
• 27 Vacation Days
• 13 Additional Days
• Hybrid Working
• Company Laptop
• Learning Platform Access
• Social Activities
• Sports Opportunities
• Pension Scheme
• Travel Allowance