Systems Engineer

Internetwork Expert; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Birmingham is seeking an IT Systems Engineer responsible for managing and supporting IT infrastructure in a 24/7 setting. Ideal candidates should have strong VMware vCenter skills, familiarity with Active Directory and Microsoft Exchange, and a desire to enhance their technical skills. This role involves on-call duties, effective communication, and collaboration with various teams.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in an IT systems engineering role.
• Experience in managing virtual environments with VMware.
• Basic knowledge of networking and security principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support IT infrastructure effectively.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for critical systems.
• Collaborate with teams across technical and non-technical domains.

Skills

VMware vCenter management

Troubleshooting skills

Basic networking concepts

Active Directory administration

Microsoft Exchange Server knowledge

Enterprise storage platforms exposure

Windows Server maintenance

Problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Education

VMware Certified Professional

MCSA/MCSE in Windows Server

Dell EMC or Pure Storage

CCNA or equivalent

Tools

VMware Horizon (Omnissa)

Active Directory

Windows Server 2016/2019

Storage platforms (e.g., Dell PowerStore)

Networking tools (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto)

Job description

Verinext has a strong emphasis on digital systems, data management, and hybrid IT solutions. We empower our clients to expand their digital footprint and enhance operational productivity.

Summary:

We are seeking an IT Systems Engineer. This individual will play a key role in managing and supporting IT infrastructure, as well as serving as backup for several critical systems.

(This is a 24/7 environment that may require responses on the weekends and off hours. Applicants must be open to participating in an on-call rotation that includes weekend availability)

Requirements:

• Strong background in VMware vCenter, with proven experience in managing and troubleshooting virtual environments.
• Solid experience with VMware Horizon (currently known as Omnissa), including deployment and administration.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and strong troubleshooting skills.
• 1–2 years of experience administering Active Directory (users, devices, and Group Policy Objects).
• Basic knowledge of on-premises Microsoft Exchange Server and hybrid connectivity with Exchange Online.
• Exposure to enterprise storage platforms such as Dell PowerStore, Pure Storage, and OsNexus.
• 1–2 years of hands-on experience with Windows Server (2016, 2019) installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• Understanding of Distributed File System (DFS) concepts and administration.
• This is a 24/7 environment that may require responses on the weekends and off hours. Must be able to participate in an on-call rotation that includes weekend availability.

Desired Attributes:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating across technical and non-technical teams.
• Eagerness to learn and grow into advanced responsibilities within infrastructure and systems engineering.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications: VMware Certified Professional (VCP), MCSA/MCSE in Windows Server or Microsoft365, Dell EMC or Pure Storage, CCNA or equivalent.
• Advanced VMware experience: vSphere, vCenter advanced features (HA, DRS, vMotion), Horizon architecture (Connection Servers, UAG, load balancing), planning and migrations.
• Enterprise Storage Administration: SAN/NAS, storage provisioning, replication, and DR tools (e.g., Veeam, Zerto).
• Active Directory & Identity Management: Group Policy design, Azure AD Connect, conditional access, MFA, modern identity security practices.
• Networking & Security: VLANs, ACLs, firewalls (Cisco, OPNsense, Palo Alto), DNS/DHCP management.
• Windows Server & Infrastructure: Advanced Windows Server 2016/2019/2022, clustering, RDS, DFS troubleshooting.
• Messaging & Collaboration: Hybrid Exchange, Exchange Online migrations, Office 365 administration.
• Cloud familiarity (Azure, AWS) for hybrid/DR scenarios.
• Experience in ITIL-based service management processes.
• Ability to lead or mentor junior engineers.

Benefits:

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)