Server Engineer - Contract

Stealth IT Consulting; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Server Engineer to join their team on a hybrid basis. The ideal candidate will manage and optimize server infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security compliance. Key responsibilities include configuring Hyper-V environments, implementing Windows Clustering, and automating tasks using PowerShell and Ansible. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on seamless integration and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience managing server infrastructure for high availability and security.
• Familiarity with CIS hardening and Group Policy Objects (GPO).
• Ability to automate server tasks using scripting tools.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage Hyper-V environments.
• Implement and maintain Windows Clustering and Network Load Balancers.
• Collaborate with teams for smooth operations.
• Automate server provisioning using PowerShell, Ansible, or Terraform.

Skills

Manage and optimize server infrastructure

Windows Clustering

Network Load Balancers

PowerShell

Ansible

Terraform

CIS hardening

Job description

Location : Cheshire (Hybrid 3 days office, 2 days home)

Contract Type : PAYE through Umbrella

Duration : Until 07 / 2026

Clearance : Must be eligible for BPSS

About the Role

My client is seeking an experienced Server Engineer to join our team on a hybrid basis in Cheshire. This role involves managing and optimizing server infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security compliance, and seamless integration with network and application environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and manage Hyper‑V environments using standard build processes.
• Implement and maintain Windows Clustering and Network Load Balancers.
• Apply CIS hardening via Group Policy Objects (GPO).
• Manage Active Directory and Certificate Authority services.
• Collaborate with network, security, and application teams for smooth operations.
• Automate server provisioning and configuration using PowerShell, Ansible, or Terraform.

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