Solution Architect

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with CTG IT Solutions? We are seeking a Solution Architect to join our team, working alongside a prestigious European Institution based in Belgium.

Your tasks:

• System Hardening (Windows, Linux and related databases/applications)
• Implementation of distributed and centralized monitoring and logging (syslog, syslog-ng, rsyslog, log analyzer, elk, nagios, eyesofnetoworks)
• Virtualization and containerisation of applications based on docker, VMware, Xen, KVM, Hyper-V, Linux Container
• Implementation of hybrid Cloud/On-prem architectures based on Software-Defined Network (SDN), Software-Defined Storage (SDS), Kubernetes
• Implementation of authentication solutions based on PKI (Openssl, Open-Source PKI, Microsoft CA) and Strong Authentication (Smart Card: RSA Securid, Gemplus, Aladin Token)
• Capacity planning based on usage history and forecasts
• Writing of technical specifications
• Support to the assessment of technical quality of offers
• Migration planning and supervision
• Inspection and quality assurance during deployment
• Assessment of performance of solutions; recommendations for improvement
• In relation to information systems: database implementation, customisation and parameterisation, prototyping and programming, testing and quality control, support, training and documentation

Your profile:

• Certified knowledge of technologies defined above. Having one or more of the following certifications would be advantageous:
  o ITIL 4 Foundation
  o Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
  o Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  o Microsoft Certified: Solutions Associate: SQL Server
  o Microsoft Certified: Technology Specialist, Web applications
  o Microsoft Certified: Technology Specialist, Windows applications
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  o Microsoft Certificate MCSA Solutions Expert
  o Microsoft Certificate MCSE Office 365 Professional
  o Microsoft Certificate Microsoft SharePoint Server Core Solutions
  o AWS Solutions Architect – Associate
  o Cloud Security Alliance: Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge
  o Certified Kubernetes Administrator
• International experience in projects related to the tasks above and namely with practical
  implementations such as architecture and technology selection, installation, configuration,
  test, operations
• Excellent knowledge of the norms and standards, of industry trends and of state-of-the-art
  implementation examples
• Fluent in English & hold a master degree in IT
• 8 years of experience minimum in a similar position 
• An experience within an EU Institution will be an asset

Most important skills:

Containerisation & Orchestration

•  Docker (or equivalent): Building/managing containers, images, and registries.
• Kubernetes: Orchestration (ArgoCD deployments, scaling, monitoring)

 Infrastructure Automation

• Configuration Management: Ansible (Chef/Puppet).
• Scripting: Bash, Python for automation.
• Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.

Linux Server Management

• Administration: RHEL, CentOS
• Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, routing, load balancing.
• Security: Hardening, patching, access control.

CI/CD Pipelines

• Continuous Integration: GitHub CI, Atlassian, Jenkins.
• Deployment: Automated releases to multiple environments.
• Version Control: Git (branching strategies, pull requests).

Cloud Platforms

• AWS, Azure: Compute, storage, networking, security.
• Scalability & Resilience: High-availability design.

Nice to have:

Deployment Automation & Orchestration

• Tools: GitHub pipelines, Jenkins,ArgoCD, Bamboo.
• Release Management: Rolling updates, blue-green, canary deployments.
• Environment Consistency: Consistent dev/test/prod deployments.

Knowledge of Networks, Servers, and Software Tools

• Continuous Learning: Staying updated with emerging DevOps practices.
• Collaboration: Working closely with developers, QA, and operations teams.
• Tool Familiarity: IDEs, build tools, test frameworks.

Software Development Fundamentals (Bonus)

• Basic Coding: Python, Go, Java Spring boot, .NET Core.
• Testing & Code Quality: Unit testing, integration testing, code reviews.
• Agile Methodologies: Scrum, Kanban.

Our offer

• Competitive salary package, with or without a company car.
• Personalized training programs and development plans to nurture your skills.
• Comprehensive hospitalization insurance.
• Regular team-building events, learning lunches, and fun activities.
• Embrace the diversity of our multicultural team and enjoy open communication.

Are you ready to become part of a dynamic team with a clear focus on growth and excellence? Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with CTG IT Solutions.

Please note that a criminal record check will be required for this position.

Discover the exciting opportunities that await you at CTG IT Solutions, where your IT expertise meets a world of possibilities!