SC Microsoft Windows And Active Directory SME

Experis; Malvern; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is seeking a Microsoft Windows & Active Directory Lead to manage and configure systems for a critical project. This role involves collaboration with various engineering teams, focusing on Microsoft technologies, especially Active Directory. The candidate should have strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to mentor junior staff. This position allows for remote work and is offered for a duration of 6 months with the possibility of extension.

Qualifications

• Strong demonstrable Microsoft skills required.
• Experience with Cloud services is a plus.
• Certifications in relevant fields are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage Active Directory to support P-AIC systems.
• Lead documentation and testing activities.
• Promote best practices and mentor colleagues.

Skills

Proficiency in deploying and managing Microsoft Windows Server

Proficiency in deploying and managing Active Directory

Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills

Ability to write technical documentation

Able to mentor junior members of the team

Tools

PowerShell

AWS

Job description

Overview

Job Title: SC Cleared Microsoft Windows & Active Directory Lead

Location: Remote/Malven

Duration: 6 months with possible extension

Rate: Up to £600 per day via an approved umbrella company

Role overview

Microsoft Windows & Active Directory Lead will be responsible for designing and developing the Active Directory infrastructure for the AIC project.

Will provide guidance and assistance with Microsoft Windows Server configuration and deployment to meet project requirements.

Collaboration with and supporting other engineering teams and assurance teams to ensure alignment with compliance requirements

Responsibilities and output

Configure and manage Active Directory to support P-AIC systems.

Candidate will work with Senior Cloud Engineers to finalise and implement the desired Active Directory configuration, including group policies and certificate management based on the integration needs of the project.

Candidate will support and engage with engineers from other teams to input into design and development of Microsoft Windows based systems.

Working to time and budget, the candidate will be responsible for identifying problems, providing pragmatic solutions and delivering outputs which may include:

• Technical presentation
• Technical documentation
• User guides and work instructions
• Design or process documents
• Infrastructure or software build
• System installation or integration

Lead or contribute to documentation as required. Lead or contribute to testing activities as required.

Promote best practice, mentor colleagues, and identify continuous improvement ideas and presentation of approaches to internal and external colleagues for awareness.

Fully engage in the agile development approach, upskilling in SAFe practices where necessary (training can be provided).

Support and engage with security, safety and compliance activities, incorporating derived requirements into evolution of the design through life.

Support estimation and the change control processes as needed.

Essential Skills

• Strong demonstrable Microsoft skills:
  • Proficiency in deploying and managing Microsoft Windows Server
  • Proficiency in deploying and managing Active Directory
  • Proficiency in deploying and managing Microsoft Group Policy
• Troubleshooting and Debugging:
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Ability to write technical documentation
• Able to mentor junior members of the team

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with Cloud services:
  • Experience in using AWS
  • Experience with a broader range of cloud services
  • Knowledge of cloud security best practices
• Experience with Scripting:
  • Able to use PowerShell to configure and manage Microsoft services
• Certifications:
  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator (or similar)
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect: Associate

How to apply

If this is the role for you please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.