Windows Platform Consultant

As a Windows Platform Consultant, you will assist in the development and support of the project’s Windows Server estate which underpins the organisation’s corporate functions and mission-critical power system operation and market functions.

You will contribute to the overall success of our customers by working as part of a team of Consultant professionals, undertaking senior database administration duties and driving project delivery and solution optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Windows Server Operations Team Lead in delivering on project targets and operational KPIs
• 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) and VMware/Citrix virtualisation environments
• Identify, prioritise and resolve 2nd or 3rd level incidents and problems through formal incident and problem management processes
• Support the asset management of Windows systems including inventory maintenance, warranty management and vendor support
• Administer Windows server and active directory security in accordance with company policy industry best practice
• Contribute to the development of internal procedures, processes and documentation

• 4+ years’ experience in implementing, supporting and administering Windows environments
• Significant technical knowledge of Windows Server and several of the following technologies:
  • VMware, Active Directory, Exchange, Citrix, Azure administration, Commvault or other backup tools
  • Datacentre management including server installation and cabling
  • Hardware and software management tools including SCCM and SCOM
• Proficiency in capacity planning and disaster recovery planning
• Effective communicator, both in verbal and written communications
• Successful track record in managing enterprise solutions through their service lifecycle
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving capability

Desirable

• Administration of Microsoft cloud technologies including Azure tenancy administration, Teams and OneDrive for Business
• Technical knowledge of server and storage hardware
• Experience of cluster solutions
• Familiarity with security solutions
• Experience of best-practice delivery of IT services using ITIL
• Previous experience in the energy sector or utilities

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.

Ekta Bahl - Talent Acquisition Capability Partner

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