Senior Systems Engineer (Server and Cloud Technologies Specialist)

Senior Systems Engineer (Server and Cloud Technologies Specialist)

Location

Ringwood, Hampshire

Salary

£45,000 - £55,000

Hours

37.5 hours per week

The Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer (Server and Cloud Technologies Specialist) with a keen interest in modern infrastructure and cloud technologies. You will support in the technical delivery of complex projects and collaborate with stakeholders across the business, while also ensuring operational excellence through incident management, preventative maintenance, and ongoing service improvement.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience in the design, deployment, and ongoing support of Microsoft server and cloud technologies, including Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) / Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) / Microsoft System Centre Suite, including MECM, DPM, and SCOM / Microsoft Azure (including Azure Files, IaaS Virtual Machines, and Backup and Recovery solutions) / Microsoft 365 / Office 365 and Microsoft Intune.
• Strong experience in managing Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, 2022, 2025).
• Proficiency in automation and scripting using PowerShell.
• Experience with virtualisation and high availability solutions, including Hyper-V (clustered and standalone), Windows Admin Centre, and Failover Clustering.
• Working knowledge of SQL Server in both clustered and standalone deployments.
• At least five years' experience in similar role, working in large and diverse enterprise environments with Microsoft server and Microsoft cloud technologies.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, high-quality documentation such as processes, procedures, and technical designs.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership.

Desirable

• Experience designing and deploying highly available infrastructure within Microsoft Azure, including the use of Network Virtual Appliances and load balancers.
• Linux server administration experience.

This role is subject to a clear standard DBS check being received.

The Package

• Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free).
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service.
• Birthday as additional paid leave.
• Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance).
• Private Medical Insurance, including dental.
• Ongoing training and support.
• Company sick pay policy.
• Pension Scheme.
• Hybrid Working
• Progression opportunities.
• Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine!

Our Client

Our client has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years.

They are an Employee Ownership Trust - a growing company. They are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024.

Their core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy.

They encourage progression within themselves for their colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments.

Join our client's friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, they may not be able to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted for interview.

If they receive a high number of applications, the vacancy may close sooner than advertised. They may also invite candidates to interview before the advertised closing date.