Systems Engineer | Manchester | Contract | Outside IR35

A client is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to manage and optimise their server, virtualisation, storage, and Microsoft infrastructure environment while playing a key role in delivering a major internal transformation project.

The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Windows Server technologies, Active Directory, virtualisation platforms, storage solutions, and cloud services, complemented by a broad understanding of infrastructure and networking technologies.

Key Responsibilities of the Systems Engineer:

• Leading large transformation projects across the business.
• Own and manage Windows Server, VMware/Hyper-V, SAN, and NAS infrastructure.
• Design and support Active Directory, Group Policy, Entra ID, and Intune.
• Manage cloud infrastructure across Azure and/or GCP using Infrastructure as Code.
• Deliver system hardening, patch management, backup, disaster recovery, and resilience solutions.
• Support development platforms, including Perforce and build infrastructure.
• Automate infrastructure management using scripting and Infrastructure as Code.

Key Skills and Experience of the Systems Engineer:

• Must have expert knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Intune.
• Must have strong experience with VMware and/or Hyper-V, SAN, and NAS technologies.
• Proven experience as a leader within a large digital transformation project.
• Cloud infrastructure experience in Azure, GCP, and/or AWS.
• Experience with backup, disaster recovery, patch management, and high-availability design.
• Solid networking fundamentals, including VLANs and routing concepts.
• Experience in games, VFX, animation, or similar technical environments is desirable.

The successful Systems Engineer candidate will be based in or commutable to Manchester.

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