A glimpse into life as an IT Consultant: Sven shares insights into all the ins and outs

Curious to know what it’s like to work as an IT consultant at Bizztalent, and how we welcome new employees? You’re in the right place. Sven shares his experiences and perspectives right here and right now!

Mijn onboarding bij Bizztalent verliep vlot. Als pas afgestudeerde zocht ik naar mijn eerste baan, en toen merkte een Accountmanager van Bizztalent mijn LinkedIn-profiel op. Na een boeiend telefonisch gesprek, gaf Bizztalent mij een kans. Ik nam de opportuniteit aan en kwam bij Bizztalent aan boord.”

My onboarding at Bizztalent went smoothly. As a recent graduate looking for my first job, I was lucky an account manager from Bizztalent noticed my LinkedIn profile. After an engaging phone conversation, Bizztalent offered me the opportunity. I seized the chance and joined the company.”

If I’m interested in new technologies, I am fortunate I can approach HR for support and training opportunities.”

Bizztalent has provided me with no end of valuable training and support to kickstart my career in IT. They asked me to undergo a Red Hat training program and granted me access to courses on the Udemy platform, guided by HR Manager Louise. I can always turn to her for additional information or assistance with certification exams. If I’m interested in new technologies, I am fortunate I can approach HR for support and training opportunities.

My work related to Red Hat revolves around managing Linux servers running various applications. The primary goal is to learn how to work with Red Hat Linux, enabling me to investigate and resolve issues that occur on the servers. What made this challenging for me is that I had just graduated from university, and my knowledge of operating systems was mainly limited to Windows. One of the great features of this job is that you enter a completely new environment and continually discover new processes.

There are various tasks I regularly perform, such as:

  • AWS Certificate Management: Weekly, I keep our Excel sheet of AWS certificates up to date. I check which certificates are due to expire soon and contact the responsible individuals to ensure they are renewed. 
  • Server Setup/​Removal: Using Foreman, I can easily disable servers that are no longer needed and remove them after a specified grace period.’ I can also set up new servers for emerging technologies, focusing primarily on the basic server configuration, not the technology itself. 
  • DNS/DHCP Adjustments: I modify DNS and DHCP settings by editing the configuration files based on the information I receive. 
  • Monitoring Tools: Utilizing monitoring tools allows me to investigate and prevent issues before they occur, ensuring system stability. 
  • Upgrades: I perform upgrades for various technologies, which can be quite complex at times, requiring a thorough review of my automation code to ensure a smooth process. 
  • Automation and Scripting: A significant part of my work involves writing automation code and scripts to reduce manual tasks and enhance efficiency. 
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What I enjoy the most is helping users recover lost files or similar issues.”

A typical workday starts with reviewing open tickets and resolving them as quickly as possible. This ranges from simple tasks like adding disk space to more complex matters like upgrading software through automation. What I enjoy the most is helping users recover lost files or similar issues. It’s very satisfying to see them happy and relieved that they haven’t lost important data.

It must be challenging for Bizztalent to keep track of so many employees. However, there are regular follow-up sessions. If you have any issues, you can always reach out to HR or your account manager for support.

Regarding the training within Bizztalent, I am more than satisfied. They offer an extensive range of opportunities, and if you come across something interesting or if client-specific training is required, all you need to do is contact HR, and they will find a suitable solution.”

Account managers and HR are always available and make every effort to ensure that you feel at home in the company.”

What sets Bizztalent apart from other IT consulting firms in the industry is the buzz of youthful energy and enthusiasm. They are dedicated to delivering their best every day bar none. Account managers and HR are always available and make every effort to ensure that you feel at home in the company.”

"Bizztalent is a young and dynamic company that radiates a lot of energy. They are very welcoming and informal."- Feedback from employee survey 2021

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