Platform Engineer - Windows Server (1 year renewable contract)

Responsibilities

• Manage OS certification, baseline configurations, and system hardening
• Test and certify security patches to ensure compliance and reduce vulnerabilities
• Maintain OS currency and configuration standards
• Support large-scale server environments across on prem and cloud platforms
• Plan and execute ESXi, vCenter, Aria and VCF appliance patching/upgrades
• Develop automation scripts (PowerShell, Ansible or similar) to streamline platform
• deployment
• Support weekend changes / patching
• Maintain runbooks, SOPs, and technical documentation
• Required Skills:
• Strong expertise in Windows Server (2016/2022/2025), including server build, OS
• lifecycle management
• Proficiency in automation and scripting (Ansible, Terraform or similar)
• Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware/Nutanix)
• Solid understanding of networking, storage, and security fundamentals
• Experience in Windows Clustering
• Experience in vSphere 8.0.3, VCF 9, vSAN, and Aria Suite
• Familiarity with ITIL processes (incident, problem, and change management)

Requirements

• Experience in regulated environments (e.g., banking or financial services)
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure and/or AWS)
• Experience supporting globally distributed environments
• Knowledge of security tools, vulnerability management, and compliance frameworks
• If the above role is a good fit for you, or if you know anyone who might be good for the role, please get in touch with an updated CV and I'll be in touch!
• EA Reg Number: R1660446
• EA License Number: 07C3924
• Company Registration No: 200609504D

Additional Information

Role Summary The Platform Engineer (Windows Server) is responsible for designing, building, managing, and maintaining enterprise Windows server platforms to ensure high availability, security, and performance. The role focuses on OS lifecycle management, automation, platform standardization, and operational stability across large-scale environments.

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