Senior IT Infrastructure Automation SME

Role Summary

Working at Kyndryl means working on progress. We design, build, manage and modernize information systems that the world depends on every day. We do this, among others, for our customer the Ministry of Defense. There we are building a completely new IT infrastructure, so that the armed forces can remain a high-quality and information-driven organization.

The activities include

• Automating manual actions;
• Technical design and management of the (cloud) environments;
• Performing upgrades (new versions of components) and updates (patches);
• Logging, monitoring, optimization of the environments;
• Set up and use CI/CD;
• Release Management;
• Capacity Management;
• Setting up management processes.

Additional technical knowledge

• Familiar with hosting (IaaS and PaaS), high availability, high performance, scalability and security best practices;
• Management processes;
• Knowledge of Linux (RHEL 8 and/or 9);
• Scripting, in particular Ansible, Infrastructure/Configuration as Code (in particular Ansible) - Scripting (in particular Python or PowerShell);
• Security techniques, encryption;
• Zoning & Segmentation concepts of applications & data;
• Version control / source code & configuration files => GitLab & Git client;
• Dashboarding & virtualization;
• Supporting tooling for monitoring / logging, antivirus, etc.
• Compute, network, storage design concepts;
• Container techniques (Kubernetes);
• Experience with CI/CD tools;
• Experience with Linux and Red Hat;
• Experience with Hyperconverged Infrastructure (e.g. Nutanix).

Requirements

What are you going to do?

As an IT Infrastructure Automation Senior SME you are responsible for the implementation of project work at our customer. You delve into complex architectural and security issues every day. You translate the chosen strategy into concrete solution building blocks based on the latest developments within your knowledge area and work on both the configuration and implementation sides. You have an outside-in view which means you can easily find your own way within Kyndryl, check references and apply best practices

As an IT Infrastructure Automation Senior SME, you will proactively complete your work based on your knowledge and personal attitude. This ranges from translating the design into implementation and setting up the associated rollout instructions. In addition, you are the source of information for third-line questions: when it comes to knowledge, you are the first point of contact. You come up with tactical solutions for the customer and design them thoroughly. This includes issues about connections, migrations, security and determining the required performance. In short, a varied job with a lot of independence!

As an IT Infrastructure Automation Senior SME, you also need to help other teams with automation. Good skills in transferring and training others are therefore important. Furthermore, documentation and being able to express the concepts well are important. For example, the input that must be given on a test strategy.

• Where will you work?
• Your home base is Soesterberg. We offer flexible working where we expect you to be in the office on average about 2 days a week to work with the team.
• Important to know: to work for Defense you must have Dutch nationality and a Dutch passport. You must also be able to speak and write Dutch.
• The head office of Kyndryl Nederland is located in the sustainable Pharos building in Hoofddorp. Our Kyndryl Social Club regularly organizes informal and inspiring activities. Partly working from home is possible.

Your future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl offers an opportunity to grow your career, from Junior Administrator to Architect. We have training and upskilling programs you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities and the ability to certify on all four major platforms. One of the advantages of Kyndryl is that we work with customers in different industries, from banking to retail and government. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can take your chance at Kyndryl.

Work experience General

Required technical and professional expertise

You are familiar with several of the products, technologies and knowledge areas mentioned below, and know how to regularly apply them in your work:

• At least 8 years of experience in technical management of private cloud environments
• Automation through Red Hat Ansible (certified or demonstrated work experience);
• Automatic provisioning of IaaS and Paas services;
• Databases in an enterprise environment;
• Secure by Design;
• Minimum Red Hat RHCSA certification (or demonstrated work experience).

Benefits

• A gross monthly salary of at least €5,400 to €6,500. The salary offer may exceed this range depending on the skills and abilities you bring to the team.
• Education programs and certifications to broaden and deepen your knowledge;
• You work together with experienced colleagues;
• Various career opportunities, depending on your experience and interest;
• The Kyndryl Social Club regularly organizes drinks and other fun activities;
• Kyndryl Cares: you can volunteer 1 day a year at no cost to you;
• The space to organize your working hours flexibly and work from home;
• Part-time work is possible in consultation;
• The tools to do your work: a mobile phone that you can also use privately and the choice of a MacBook or Lenovo laptop;
• A monthly internet allowance;
• A contribution to your pension: if you work at Kyndryl you are automatically affiliated with the BeFrank pension fund;
• Extensive arrangements for partner leave, for example.

We also offer you an open and inclusive culture

Diversity is much more than what we look like or where we come from; it is how we think and who we are. We welcome people from all cultures, backgrounds and experiences. This commitment to welcoming everyone to our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone around you – the opportunity to fully engage in your work, both personally and collaboratively with your colleagues, and actively contribute to our culture of inclusion and equity. Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks - our employee resource groups (ERGs) - are just one of the many ways we create a work environment where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice.

• If you have any questions about this position or working for Kyndryl, please contact the following email address: working-at-kyndryl-nl@kyndryl.com
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Being You

The "Kyn" in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we're excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging - being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team - is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That's The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn't just a job-it's an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health-because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

• From your very first day, you'll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won't just contribute-you'll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.
• We're here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you'll have everything you need to thrive and evolve.

You'll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities-from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you'll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

• We want you to thrive here-and we're committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what's next.
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About the Company

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world's leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people-Kyndryls-that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.