IT Infrastructure Administrator

Description

**About the role** We are looking for an **IT Infrastructure Administrator** to join our Technology team in EMEA. In this role, you will be key in ensuring the **availability, security, and performance of our IT infrastructure**, while collaborating with regional teams across Europe. You will work in a **dynamic, international environment**, contributing to strategic initiatives and driving continuous improvement in infrastructure services. **Key responsibilities** * Ensure the **operation, maintenance, and security** of IT infrastructure systems * Coordinate with **local CIO, regional teams, and Information Security** * Support **regional initiatives and cross\-country projects** * Manage relationships with **external vendors and service providers** * Oversee **servers, network devices, printers, and IT equipment** * Ensure alignment with **global IT standards, governance, and tools** * Manage **asset lifecycle (hardware \& software)** * Contribute to **disaster recovery and business continuity planning** * Maintain and improve **technical documentation** * Identify opportunities for **automation, cost optimization, and service enhancement** * Monitor **budget and infrastructure\-related expenditures** **What we offer** * A **collaborative international environment** * Exposure to **regional IT projects and strategic initiatives** * Opportunities to **drive innovation and continuous improvement** * A role with **impact on business and technology alignment** **What we’re looking for** * Analytical and **solution\-oriented** * Comfortable working in **cross\-country environments** * Focused on **quality, security, and continuous improvement** * Proactive in identifying **efficiencies and automation opportunities** **Technical Skills \& Experience** * Solid experience in **Windows Server administration** and enterprise infrastructure environments (**minimum 3 years**) * Basic knowledge of **Microsoft SQL Server** * Experience managing **Active Directory, Group Policy, and identity/access management** * Experience with **IT monitoring tools** * Experience with **web server technologies** (e.g., Microsoft IIS, IBM WebSphere) * Strong verbal and written communication **skills in English (mandatory)** **Why join us?** At MetLife, you’ll be part of a company that combines **global scale with local impact**, where your work directly contributes to **business continuity, innovation, and operational excellence**