As a Windows Platform Consultant, you will assist in the administration and support of our customers’ server infrastructure, which underpins the organisation’s corporate functions and mission-critical power system operation and market functions.
Responsibilities
- Support the Windows Server Operations Team Lead in delivering on project targets and operational KPIs
- Administer and support virtualisation platforms including VMware, Citrix, and Nutanix AHV environments
- Manage and support Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) clusters including Prism administration, storage configuration, capacity management, and performance optimisation
- Support Nutanix-based DR and replication solutions including snapshot management and business continuity planning
- Support asset management of Windows and Nutanix systems including inventory maintenance, lifecycle management, warranty management and vendor support
- Develop, support and optimise Windows solutions to deliver high performance, 24x7 availability and disaster recovery capability
- Administer all current and future Windows Server environments (Server 2016 onwards) across hybrid infrastructures
- Identify, prioritise and resolve 2nd or 3rd level incidents and problems through formal incident and problem management processes
- Administer Windows Server and Active Directory security in accordance with company policy and industry best practice
- Contribute to the development of internal procedures, processes and technical documentation
- 5+ years’ experience in implementing, supporting and administering Windows environments
- Strong technical knowledge of Windows Server and several of the following technologies:
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Citrix, VMware, Nutanix AHV, Active Directory, Exchange
- Commvault or other enterprise backup tools
- Datacentre management including server installation, cabling and hyperconverged infrastructure
- Hardware and software management tools including SCCM and SCOM
- Experience supporting Nutanix clusters including upgrades, patching, LCM (Lifecycle Manager), storage policies and performance troubleshooting
- Proficiency in capacity planning and disaster recovery planning across traditional and HCI environments
- Effective communicator, both verbal and written
- Proven track record managing enterprise infrastructure through full service lifecycle
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving capability
Desirable
- Technical knowledge of server and storage hardware
- Familiarity with infrastructure security and hardening best practices
- Experience delivering IT services aligned to ITIL
- Previous experience in the energy sector or utilities
Why Version 1?
At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.
- Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits.
- Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme.
- Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance.
- Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme.
- Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies.
- Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.
- Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & ‘Call-Out’ platform.
- Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.
And many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.
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