Expert ICT Architect – IT4IT & Infrastructure

Our client, a prominent organization in the public sector, is looking for an Expert Solution Architect to join their IT4IT stream. This role focuses on supporting strategic projects such as ITSM replacement and IAM implementation while mapping architectural debt and mentoring team members.

• Lead architectural research and implementation for the IT4IT stream, specifically regarding ITSM and IAM systems.
• Create and maintain architecture diagrams and systematically map architectural debt.
• Provide expert guidance on Microsoft 365 configuration and digital sovereignty initiatives.
• Coach and mentor junior colleagues to enhance the team's technical and architectural maturity.
• Coordinate project management facets including cost estimations, planning, and resource timing.
• Analyze business processes to ensure technical solutions align with broader organizational goals.

• You have 15+ years of total professional experience within IT environments.
• You possess 10+ years of relevant experience as an IT Architect in enterprise, infrastructure, or solution domains.
• You bring 8+ years of specialized expertise in networking, security, or server infrastructure.
• You're experienced with Microsoft 365 and Office 365 architecture.
• You have 3+ years of architectural experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM).
• You possess 3+ years of experience with Kubernetes and Docker containers.
• You have proven knowledge of modeling techniques using Archimate, TOGAF, UML, and Sparx EA.
• You bring experience in project management facets including coordination, planning, and estimation.
• You're proactive and possess strong coaching skills to mentor junior team members.
• You are native in Dutch.

Nice to Haves

• 3+ years of experience with Azure Cloud architecture.
• 2+ years of experience with ITSM tooling.
• Knowledge of general business processes.
• Experience working in a public sector environment.

• Start date: 02/11/2026.
• Duration: until 31/12/2027 with potential extensions.
• Work regime: Full-time.
• Location: Gent.
• Working model: Hybrid with remote possibilities.
• Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers.