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Senior Windows Infrastructure Engineer sought by leading investment bank based in the city of London. **Inside IR35 - 2 days a week on site** Role Overview: We are looking for a skilled Windows Infrastructure Engineer to manage, support, and improve our Windows-based systems. You'll be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance … of our infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: * Maintain and support Windows Server environments (2012-2022). * Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP. * Support virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V). * Automate tasks using PowerShell. * Monitor system performance and apply updates/patches. * Implement backups and disaster recovery processes. * Support hybrid cloud environments (e.g., Azure, O365). * Provide … 2nd/3rd line infrastructure support. Requirements: Essential: * 5+ years in Windows infrastructure or systems engineering. * Strong skills in AD, GPO, and Windows Server. * PowerShell scripting experience. * Virtualization (VMware or Hyper-V). * Good understanding of networking basics. * Background in banking/financial services Desirable: * Azure, Office 365, Intune experience. * Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSA, AZ More ❯

a key part in maintaining core IT services and supporting business-critical systems across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain on-premises infrastructure , including physical and virtual server environments. Administer and support Active Directory , including Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and OU structures . Oversee the integration and support of 3rd-party applications , working closely with vendors and … control and data protection. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience in an infrastructure-focused IT role. Strong experience with on-premises IT environments , including VMware/Hyper-V and Windows Server. Deep understanding and hands-on experience with Active Directory , including advanced GPO management and AD troubleshooting. Experience with 3rd-party application support and vendor liaison. Good knowledge of … Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) , DNS, DHCP, and file systems. SolarWinds, Veeam & Citrix experience would be desirable. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, subnets, VLANs, firewalls). Experience working with Microsoft 365 and hybrid environments. Familiarity with backup solutions (e.g., Veeam, Commvault). Understanding of cybersecurity best practices and patch management. Excellent More ❯

such as PRTG Other skills which you may have, which we are interested in are listed below: Virtualisation Platforms - Expert knowledge in VMware, Hyper-V, or similar hypervisors. Server Infrastructure - Design, deployment, and maintenance of Windows servers. Storage Solutions - Proficient in SAN, NAS, and DAS technologies; understanding of iSCSI, Fibre Channel, and RAID configurations. Networking Fundamentals More ❯

event logs. Install and configure Servers, network hardware, and software systems. Liaise with third-party providers for escalated technical issues. Essential Skills: Strong experience with Microsoft Office 365, Windows Server & desktop environments. Good grasp of networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, routing, Switches, Firewalls. Experience with Exchange, POP/IMAP, and Office 365 email platforms. … UK Driving Licence is essential (site visits required). Desirable (but not essential): Familiarity with VOIP systems, Azure, virtualisation (VMware/Hyper-V). Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and accounting software like Sage, Xero, Pegasus Opera. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. More ❯

event logs. Install and configure servers, network hardware, and software systems. Liaise with third-party providers for escalated technical issues. Essential Skills: Strong experience with Microsoft Office 365, Windows Server & desktop environments. Good grasp of networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, routing, switches, firewalls. Experience with Exchange, POP/IMAP, and Office 365 email platforms. … UK Driving Licence is essential (site visits required). Desirable (but not essential): Familiarity with VOIP systems, Azure, virtualisation (VMware/Hyper-V). Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and accounting software like Sage, Xero, Pegasus Opera. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. More ❯

services lifecycle and conduct coordination and communication between support and service provider; Serve as the highest level of technical escalation for complex issues related to managed client devices (Windows, macOS, iOS, etc.) Analyse and resolve complex hardware and software problems, collaborating with Level 1 and Level 2 support teams to provide timely resolutions; Investigate and troubleshoot advanced network … Server and Windows client Operating Systems in large distributed environment (more than 10 000 endpoints); Extensive knowledge and proven experience in using Microsoft Windows environment technologies (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPO, MECM (former SCCM)); Experience in Cloud Office Operation (Intune device management, O365 Admin Management, Teams and Exchange online management) Sound knowledge … security technologies and concepts (PKI, least privilege, data at rest, data in transit protection); Knowledge and experience related to design, implementation, operation, maintenance, support, configuration and administration of Windows clients in large distributed environment; Experience in coaching and supervising technical staff; Experience in planning and coordination upgrades, patches, service interruptions with multiple teams including remote locations; Experience in More ❯

maintaining efficient IT support operations, ensuring users receive timely and effective assistance with HR Applications services. Technical Proficiency: Understanding of end-user devices (desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones) running Windows OS, Android OS and Apple iPhones/iPads. Expert knowledge of Linux server infrastructure, Windows server infrastructure and Active Directory. Expert knowledge of … Microsoft SQL Server 2016-2022 and IIS based web servers. Expert knowledge of networking infrastructure. Strong background of cloud technologies and deployment. Expert knowledge of PKI. Deep understanding of security constraints and requirements in CIS. Deep understanding of NCIA and NATO security directives and regulations, along with understanding of industry best practices and standards. Familiarity with Microsoft services … of-the-art technologies, relevant to software engineering: Technologies and standards (at least 4 of them): HTML5, REST Services, Web Services, XML, SQL, Visual Basic for Applications; Application server technologies and Relational data base management systems; programming languages and platforms like .NET, C#, JAVA, JavaScript More ❯

Infrastructure Engineer: Provide daily support across on-prem and cloud-based infrastructure environments Respond to BAU requests, incidents, and service tickets in a timely and professional manner Perform server administration and maintenance across Windows Server 2012–2022 Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project delivery … when required Document configurations, procedures, and best practices Skills and Experience required from the Infrastructure Engineer: Proven experience supporting Windows Server environments (2012 – 2022) Good understanding of networking fundamentals, Active Directory, and virtualisation (e.g., Hyper-V, VMware) Experience with PowerShell or other scripting languages is highly desirable Familiarity with ITIL processes and working in a structured More ❯

and vendors. * Conduct post-incident reviews (PIRs) and contribute to problem management. * Write and maintain runbooks, SOPs, and technical documentation. Infrastructure Management & Automation: * Perform system administration tasks on Windows and Linux servers (basic). * Manage and troubleshoot middleware (Tomcat, MQ, Kafka). * Automate recurring tasks using PowerShell, Bash, or Python scripts. * Contribute to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives … in monitoring, alerting, and release management. * Collaborate on the move toward Cloud (AWS/Azure/Private Cloud) and DevOps practices. Key Skills and Experience Required: ? Technical Expertise: * Windows Server & Linux administration (basic to intermediate). * Middleware: Tomcat, MQ Series, Kafka. * Databases: Oracle, MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL (SQL basics). * Cloud exposure (AWS, Azure More ❯

teams and vendors.* Conduct post-incident reviews (PIRs) and contribute to problem management.* Write and maintain runbooks, SOPs, and technical documentation.Infrastructure Management & Automation:* Perform system administration tasks on Windows and Linux servers (basic).* Manage and troubleshoot middleware (Tomcat, MQ, Kafka).* Automate recurring tasks using PowerShell, Bash, or Python scripts.* Contribute to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives … improvements in monitoring, alerting, and release management.* Collaborate on the move toward Cloud (AWS/Azure/Private Cloud) and DevOps practices.Key Skills and Experience Required:? Technical Expertise:* Windows Server & Linux administration (basic to intermediate).* Middleware: Tomcat, MQ Series, Kafka.* Databases: Oracle, MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL (SQL basics).* Cloud exposure (AWS, Azure More ❯

Our client is looking for an Onsite "smart hands" IT Engineer with skills in the O365, break/fix and general server maintenance experience. The person would sit within an existing onsite team for an initial period of 6 months. Hours of cover are generally office hours, 8.30 - 4 , 9- 5.30. 5 days in the office. £170 a … day Inside IR35 Must hold an up to date BPSS Clearance We are looking for a 2nd line IT Engineer with the below skill set. Proficient in supporting Windows 7/8/10/11 operating systems. Microsoft Office support - all versions including O365. Experience with Active Directory, user and group management. Experience of VMware. Familiar with … Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint). Understanding of basic networking concepts (WAN, LAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP). Hands-on experience with Windows Server (2010/2011/2019/2022). Confident in supporting general desktop hardware, monitors, and printers. More ❯

been there, done that, and preferably written the migration playbook along the way. You'll also need to be rock-solid across the Wintel stack -we're talking Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy-the full Windows infrastructure backbone. Key Responsibilities: Lead and execute the migration of Exchange from on-premise to Exchange … is created and updated to reflect new architecture and processes. What You'll Need: Proven hands-on experience migrating Exchange on-prem to Exchange Online. Strong Wintel background - Windows Server, AD, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy. PowerShell scripting know-how to automate tasks and streamline deployment. Solid understanding of hybrid Exchange environments and Azure AD Connect. Bonus More ❯

site environment with a global reach. Skills and Experience: 3 to 5 years' worth of commercial experience in a Service Desk or IT Support environment Proven knowledge of: Windows Server and Desktop OS, Active Directory, SCCM, Intune, etc. VMware, Azure, Office 365, LAN/WAN and Email hygiene tools Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto and VoIP technologies … Familiarity with: Cybersecurity principles and cloud infrastructure ITSM platforms and ITIL-based service management Windows systems installation, maintenance and troubleshooting Experience supporting both on-site and remote international users Strong communication and documentation skills Microsoft 365 Fundamentals certification (desirable) Cisco Call Manager or Contact Centre knowledge (advantageous) Please contact Edward here at ISR to learn more about our More ❯

RHEL) environments Proven ability to perform in-place upgrades from RHEL 7 to later versions (8/9) Solid understanding of VMware ESXi 8.x and vCentre OS patching, server builds, and performance tuning in enterprise environments Preferred Skills (Desirable): Experience migrating infrastructure or services to AWS Familiarity with AWS EKS , Amazon Linux Imaging (AMI) Exposure to Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, 2022), including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP Experience managing VMware datastores and LUNs , including performance tuning and capacity planning Knowledge of vRealize Operations, Log Insight, and Network Insight tools Interested? If you're a Senior Infrastructure Engineer with hands-on Red Hat and VMware experience - and ideally some exposure to AWS More ❯

IT Enterprise Architect to design, implement, and oversee enterprise-wide technology solutions. This role requires expertise in Service Desk, End User Computing, Cloud (Azure & AWS), Network & Security, Unix, Windows, and Backup Technologies . The ideal candidate will provide strategic direction, ensure scalability, and optimize IT infrastructure to align with business objectives. Skills and Flexibilities Required Enterprise Architecture & Strategy … operations. Lead cloud migration strategies and optimize Azure & AWS Environments . Cloud & Infrastructure Management Architect and implement Azure & AWS cloud solutions , ensuring high availability and performance Oversee Unix & Windows server environments , ensuring optimal configuration and security. Design and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies to safeguard critical data. Network & Security Develop and enforce network security policies … enterprise infrastructure. Expertise in Azure & AWS cloud platforms (certifications preferred). Strong knowledge of network security, firewalls, VPNs, and identity management . Experience with Unix/Linux and Windows server administration . Familiarity with backup technologies, disaster recovery, and storage solutions . Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect More ❯

IT Enterprise Architect to design, implement, and oversee enterprise-wide technology solutions. This role requires expertise in Service Desk, End User Computing, Cloud (Azure & AWS), Network & Security, Unix, Windows, and Backup Technologies . The ideal candidate will provide strategic direction, ensure scalability, and optimize IT infrastructure to align with business objectives. Skills and Flexibilities Required Enterprise Architecture & Strategy … operations. Lead cloud migration strategies and optimize Azure & AWS Environments . Cloud & Infrastructure Management Architect and implement Azure & AWS cloud solutions , ensuring high availability and performance Oversee Unix & Windows server environments , ensuring optimal configuration and security. Design and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies to safeguard critical data. Network & Security Develop and enforce network security policies … enterprise infrastructure. Expertise in Azure & AWS cloud platforms (certifications preferred). Strong knowledge of network security, firewalls, VPNs, and identity management . Experience with Unix/Linux and Windows server administration . Familiarity with backup technologies, disaster recovery, and storage solutions . Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect More ❯

periods Carry out proactive tasks such as firmware upgrades, infrastructure checks, and project delivery Collaborate with other L3 engineers to improve service and drive technical innovation Tech Stack: Windows Server, AD & Group Policy Office 365 administration (incl. MFA) Networking: TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, wireless Virtualisation: Hyper-V, VMware, AVD, RDS Firewalls: Fortigate, Cisco, SonicWall, WatchGuard More ❯

IT Server & Application Implementation Engineer – 6-Month Contract – London – £500 per day Outside IR35 A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Contractor to join a well-established organisation embarking on a significant infrastructure and application upgrade. This is a six-month contract role based in London, reporting to the IT Infrastructure Manager, and is set to … begin on the 4th of August. The successful candidate will play a lead role in delivering critical technical projects involving server implementation, Oracle database migration, and enterprise application deployment. This role is ideal for someone with a strong track record in delivering hands-on infrastructure projects within complex environments. You will be responsible for the end-to-end … and installation of new physical servers across dual data centre locations. Working closely with external partners, you will oversee the migration of existing Oracle databases onto the new server infrastructure, including version upgrades where appropriate. Your ability to manage and coordinate this process efficiently, while maintaining high standards of system availability and performance, will be essential. In parallel More ❯

days Scope: Hyper-V and VMware Administration: Proficient in creating virtual machines (VMs) and navigating the management console to effectively follow instructions for making configuration changes. MS Windows Server 2022 Installations and Group Policy Objects (GPOs): Capable of installing a Domain Controller (DC) and configuring Group Policy Objects (GPOs). Windows Server MCM Installations: Able to build a Windows Member Server and set up MCEM (SCCM) according to RM work instructions. Windows 11 MCM Builds: Familiar with PXE booting and understanding the use of MCM for building workstations. Possesses good knowledge of DHCP and DNS for troubleshooting purposes. Network Active Directory Printer Installations: Experienced … IP addresses to servers and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), as well as printers, ensuring they are excluded from the DHCP range. Good understand of assign static IPs to Server and UPS, and printers and ensuring they are excluded from DHCP. User provisioning Experienced in creating in bulk Windows Active Directory Users via PowerShell. If you are More ❯

days Scope: Hyper-V and VMware Administration: Proficient in creating virtual machines (VMs) and navigating the management console to effectively follow instructions for making configuration changes. MS Windows Server 2022 Installations and Group Policy Objects (GPOs): Capable of installing a Domain Controller (DC) and configuring Group Policy Objects (GPOs). Windows Server MCM Installations: Able to build a Windows Member Server and set up MCEM (SCCM) according to RM work instructions. Windows 11 MCM Builds: Familiar with PXE booting and understanding the use of MCM for building workstations. Possesses good knowledge of DHCP and DNS for troubleshooting purposes. Network Active Directory Printer Installations: Experienced … IP addresses to servers and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), as well as printers, ensuring they are excluded from the DHCP range. Good understand of assign static IPs to Server and UPS, and printers and ensuring they are excluded from DHCP. User provisioning Experienced in creating in bulk Windows Active Directory Users via PowerShell. If you are More ❯

order to be suitable for this role of significant responsibility, you MUST be a consummate communicator with demonstrable expertise in the administration and support of Office 365, Azure, Windows Server, Active Directory and VMware. Strong PowerShell skills, coupled with a secure understanding of SANs and networking (switches), would also be highly advantageous to your application. Your … play a key role in maintaining, supporting and monitoring the technology estate including servers, storage, network, data and applications. You will also be involved in managing an MS Windows upgrade for 2,000 users. As part of a dynamic hybrid team you, you will be responsible for the operation, support and development of the IT infrastructure. Working with More ❯

problems Candidates must have the following: - Experience of using Active Directory to manage users, groups, and computers Experience of using Zenworks Control centre Diagnosing and resolving issues with Windows 10. Supporting Apple Devices. The post holder will need to be able to liaise with all levels of staff throughout the Trust and must be able to work as … equipment as required including disposal of redundant equipment according to WEEE regulations Delivery, configuration and upgrading IT equipment including networking equipment: Configuration of equipment with relevant Operating System (Windows XP, 7 and 10) Loading and setting up of application software as required, ensuring equipment is security marked and that Asset and Serial numbers are recorded with the Helpdesk … members of staff and work experience placements. Providing iPad/iOS support for our mobile working community. Knowledge of providing support using an MDM solution. Knowledge of SQL Server To carry out any other duties commensurate with the grade in support of the IT Manager/Head of ICT. Person Specification Qualifications Essential IT Degree or equivalent IT More ❯

Engineer (12 month FTC): Design, implement and manage infrastructure solutions on the following projects. IT Stabilisation Wi-Fi Replacement Building Management Systems Telephony LAN Redesign Comms Room Remediation Server Infrastructure Modernisation (Hagley Road Village) Ensure stability, security, and scalability of infrastructure systems at ExtraCare locations. Drive technical standardisation and consistency across ExtraCare locations and ensure up-to-date … teams. Excellent understanding of LAN (IP addressing, vlans, routing, layer 2/3), Telecoms (Analogue, SIP, VOIP), Identity management (Active Directory), network services (DHCP, NTP etc), Wi-Fi, Windows Server, Windows PC. Strong documentation skills (diagrams, design, requirements management etc). Able to work and communicate effectively with remote teams. Good knowledge of cyber More ❯

on Technical Analyst to join their in-house IT team. What you’ll be doing: Providing 2nd and 3rd line support across core infrastructure systems Supporting and maintaining Windows Server, Active Directory, and Linux systems (Red Hat, Oracle Linux, CentOS) Administering system software, databases, and storage platforms (SAN/NAS) Managing access controls and ensuring compliance … with the Security & Architecture function on design and implementation of systems What you’ll bring: Solid experience in a technical support or infrastructure analyst role (5+ years) Strong Windows and Linux OS experience — including scripting (PowerShell/Shell) Understanding of database administration and storage planning ITIL Foundation qualification or equivalent service delivery understanding Excellent problem-solving skills and More ❯

a confident communicator and have a skillset in line with the below: You do not need all of these skills, I have marked the essentials in bold. Broad Windows infrastructure experience Networking protocols Windows Server Firewalls Remote Desktops Virtualisation (VMWare or Hyper-V) Active Directory Red Hat Linux Please note, you will be required More ❯