Infrastructure Engineer - Server build - SC Cleared

Infrastructure Support & Server Build Engineer

• 4 month initial vontract

• Hybrid role

• £450 to £500 per day - Outside IR35

• SC Cleared role

We are seeking a Server Build Engineer to join our team for an Operating System upgrade project. The role involves upgrading from Windows Server 2012 to Windows Server 2019/2022 on a secure enterprise infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering both high- and low-level design documents, implementing Windows Server builds, and provisioning mechanisms.Day to Day of the role:

• Develop deployment strategies for multiple Windows Server builds.
• Design automated server build processes and implement a HyperV infrastructure, including automated provisioning of VMs.
• Work with MECM/SCCM for server deployment and application integration.
• Design and implement a Microsoft Certificate Authority Solution.
• Develop Windows Server firewall configurations and integrate packaged applications into the server provisioning.
• Adhere to CESG guidance, DISA STIGs, and implement security profiles to meet these requirements.
• Create Group Policy Objects and PowerShell scripts to support the infrastructure.
• Produce high-level and low-level design documentation, transition plans, and user documentation.
• Engage with fellow SMEs in an Agile/Scrum environment, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in deploying Windows Server builds and applications deployment.
• Familiarity with operating in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Security Cleared to SC level or above, willing to progress to DV.
• Systems and Software Engineering background, including all aspects of the solution lifecycle.
• Experience with Windows Server 2019/2022 and automated deployment using MECM/SCCM.
• Proficiency in Certificate Manager/Windows PKI, Windows 10 deployment, VBScript, and PowerShell.
• Knowledge of virtualisation technologies and excellent communication skills.
• Technical knowledge of MOD IT systems, security policies, and enforcement.
• Understanding of JSP440, JSP480, and JSP604, and experience with End-User Applications implementation.

Desirable Skills:

• VMWare PowerCLI.
• Experience with military data communications systems