System Administrator Security - Bussum

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Waterland is a leading private equity firm with operations spanning 13 offices across 11 countries, with core IT activities centralized in Bussum. Known for their employee-centric approach, they offer flexibility, a flat hierarchy, and a collaborative work culture where innovation and satisfaction are top priorities.

• Your Responsibilities
• Incident Response & Reporting

• Threat Detection & Monitoring

• Security Architecture, Networking & System Hardening

• Microsoft 365 Security Management

• Compliance-Driven Controls Implementation

• Security Operations

• Automation & Engineering

• Security Advisory & Awareness. Act as a trusted advisor for internal teams (IT, DevOps, Legal/Compliance) and actively contribute to security awareness programs

• 3-5+ years of relevant experience in Security Engineering, System Administration with a security focus, or SOC-related roles.
• Hands-on expertise with SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, Firewalls, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection.
• Strong understanding of:
• Network security principles (firewall rulesets, VPNs, segmentation, DNS filtering, etc.)
• IAM (Identity and Access Management) concepts
• Microsoft 365 security configurations and policies
• Cloud security frameworks (Azure, AWS or similar)
• Experience with incident response, SOC operations, and forensic analysis.
• Solid knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIS2, DORA, and ISO 27001, and the ability to operationalize them.
• Proactive, analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar).
• Fluent in Dutch and/or English.
• Personality: The ideal candidate is a proactive and independent Security Engineer who takes full ownership of cybersecurity efforts, ensuring compliance with NIS2, DORA, and other regulations. Rather than requiring oversight, they confidently apply their expertise to identify risks, implement security controls, and strengthen the organization's security posture. With a hands-on approach, they manage incident response, security monitoring, and system hardening, effectively relieving the organization from these tasks. A strong team player with a sense of humor, they collaborate seamlessly while maintaining full accountability for their work. Adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to travel to European offices when needed are essential qualities for success in this role.

• Competitive salary with potential secondary benefits.
• Hybrid work model with 3-4 days in the office and flexible arrangements.
• A one-year contract with potential for an indefinite contract from the start, depending on the candidate.
• Team outings to exciting destinations such as Switzerland for skiing and Madrid for team-building activities.