Senior System Administrator

We are looking for a Senior System Administrator who is willing to relocate to join our Client’s team in Zoeterwoude, The Netherlands.

At Hexa Consulting, we’re more than an IT consulting company — we’re a place where tech talent grows. Based in Portugal, we value transparency and a people-first approach, helping professionals take their next big step in IT. Our mission is to build strong connections and support the growth of every team member. With projects in Nearshore, Time & Material, Service Management, and Tech Academies, you’ll find opportunities to learn, innovate, and advance your career.

Eligibility:

• Candidate must have resided in Portugal for at least the past 5 years.
• Portuguese citizenship is mandatory.
• Candidate must be prepared to obtain EU security clearance upon accepting the job offer (with Hexa coordination).

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily system administration and management, including deployments, configuration updates, and testing of operating systems, virtual machines, and software.
• Resolve operational issues by identifying corrective actions or improvement initiatives, aligned with SLAs.
• Manage release deployments and updates following the Change Management process.
• Plan and implement system/network projects while adhering to process and risk management best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (network, software engineering, app dev) to ensure service availability and investigate root causes.
• Automate administrative tasks and improve monitoring systems to enhance efficiency and meet internal and customer expectations.
• Contribute to service resilience planning and operational design principles.
• Maintain secure environments and ensure compliance with security protocols and policies.

Professional Competencies:

• Accountability for Results: Takes ownership and delivers high-quality outcomes.
• Operational Excellence: Maintains high standards and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.
• Knowledge Sharing: Invests in upskilling and promotes peer learning.
• Effective Communication: Adjusts communication styles to different audiences and maintains clarity.

Technical Skills:

• Over 10 years of proven experience in a similar senior systems role.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Windows OS, system monitoring (SCOM), hardware, storage, and backup technologies.
• Advanced experience in Windows domain administration, including Active Directory and Group Policy (GPO).
• Solid understanding of networking and TCP/IP protocols.
• Proficiency in VMware and PowerShell scripting.
• Strong experience with SCCM: package and application creation, deployment management, patching.
• Comfortable working in Agile teams and hybrid environments.
• Fluent in English; French or Dutch is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Employment: Indefinite Contract from the start.
• Relocation Support: Full relocation package to the Netherlands.
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your well-being.
• Hybrid Work Model: 2 days on-site, 3 days remote.
• Continuous Learning: Access to a Udemy Business subscription with thousands of workshops and courses.

If you meet the above criteria and are ready for an exciting opportunity in a dynamic environment, submit your CV!