Niels Clincke
Niels Clincke

Senior IT Engineer & Technology Consultant

Open to offers · Member since 11 Aug 2026
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Location
Belgium
Desired salary
Unspecified
Work preference
Remote Only / Freelance
Experience level
Senior

About

Professional summary

I am a Senior IT Engineer and Technology Consultant specializing in enterprise infrastructure, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, networking, Microsoft 365, and automation.

I combine hands-on engineering with technical consulting, helping organizations assess their environments, design practical solutions, implement improvements, and maintain stable operations.

My technical expertise includes Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Intune, Windows Server, Active Directory, Linux, Docker, virtualization, networking, firewalls, VPNs, endpoint security, monitoring, and automation.

I have worked in enterprise and Belgian federal government IT environments, as well as directly with SMEs on infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and technology modernization initiatives.

I use PowerShell, Python, APIs, workflow automation, custom software, and web applications to improve processes and translate business requirements into reliable technical solutions.

I focus on secure, resilient, maintainable environments and prefer remote freelance engagements with international clients.

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Head of ICT Be Secure-IT

Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of modern IT environments for SMEs, combining technical leadership, strategic consulting, and hands-on engineering.

Manage projects spanning IT infrastructure, Microsoft 365, cloud, networking, cybersecurity, system administration, and digital transformation. Deliver infrastructure architecture, identity and access solutions, network and endpoint security, migrations, monitoring, and operational improvements.

Advise clients on AI adoption, automation, custom software, and process optimization. Translate business requirements into practical technical solutions and oversee delivery from assessment and architecture through implementation, documentation, and ongoing optimization.

Network Engineer Smals - Belgian Federal Government

Support secure, reliable, and highly available infrastructure within large-scale IT environments serving Belgian federal public institutions and government services.

Perform enterprise network administration, troubleshooting, incident response, infrastructure monitoring, security support, and operational support. Analyze incidents, identify root causes, and coordinate technical resolution while protecting service continuity.

Work within disciplined change-management and documentation processes alongside multidisciplinary technical teams in mission-critical environments where resilience and availability are essential.

Business Consultant Ricoh Belgium

Advised organizations on technology, digital workplace, and business-oriented solutions by analyzing operational challenges and identifying opportunities to improve productivity, collaboration, and efficiency.

Managed the consulting and commercial lifecycle from customer discovery and needs analysis through solution development, presentations, negotiation, and coordination with technical teams.

Translated business requirements into technology solutions and communicated effectively with decision-makers and technical stakeholders.

Business Consultant Netcom Solutions

Advised businesses on telecommunications, VoIP, connectivity, and IT solutions, combining technology consulting, business development, and account management.

Translated customer requirements into practical solutions across VoIP, business telephony, internet connectivity, mobile communications, networking, and IT services.

Conducted needs analysis, solution design, commercial proposal preparation, and implementation coordination.

IT & VoIP Consultant CC&T

Advised business customers on IT infrastructure, VoIP telephony, telecommunications, and connectivity.

Combined technical consulting, solution design, and customer relationship management to deliver IP telephony, business connectivity, and networking solutions.

Translated technical capabilities into practical business outcomes and coordinated implementations with technical teams.

Business Consultant Proximus

Advised business customers on telecommunications, connectivity, and digital solutions.

Combined consultative sales, account management, and technology consulting across fixed and mobile communications, internet services, and business connectivity.

Developed B2B stakeholder-management experience and a strong understanding of the relationship between technology, connectivity, and business operations.

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