Windows Server Upgrade & Build Engineer

Infoplus Technologies UK Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Windows Server Upgrade & Build Engineer for a 6-month fixed term contract, potentially extendable. You will perform in-place upgrades, validate migration paths, and automate workflows using PowerShell and Azure DevOps. The ideal candidate has strong Windows Server administration experience, familiarity with VMware, and proficiency in security compliance. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Windows Server administration (2016/2019/2022).
• Familiarity with VMware, Nutanix, and AWS EC2 environments.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and Azure DevOps pipeline integration.
• Experience integrating with Azure DevOps pipelines and deployment workflows.
• Familiarity with security posture frameworks (CIS) and patch management.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-place upgrades and new builds for Windows Server 2016 to supported OS versions.
• Validate upgrade paths and ensure minimal downtime during migrations.
• Read and understand PowerShell scripts for upgrade automation.
• Execute automation workflows in Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Configure servers to enterprise standards (GPOs, baseline hardening).
• Integrate with management tools (BigFix, Splunk, SCOM, CyberArk).
• Maintain upgrade logs and configuration documentation.
• Participate in weekly planning/progress meetings.

Skills

Windows Server administration

PowerShell scripting

Azure DevOps integration

BigFix

Splunk monitoring

CyberArk management

Compliance frameworks (CIS)

VMware

Nutanix

AWS EC2

Tools

VMware

Nutanix

AWS EC2

BigFix

Splunk

SCOM

CrowdStrike

Morphisec

Job description

Position Title

Windows Server Upgrade & Build Engineer

Employment Type

Fixed Term Employment – 6 Months (may get extended to one year)

Location

Hybrid
20 Brandon Street
Edinburgh, EH3 5PP
Scotland

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-place upgrades and new builds for Windows Server 2016 to supported OS versions.
• Validate upgrade paths and ensure minimal downtime during migrations.
• Read and understand PowerShell scripts for upgrade automation.
• Execute automation workflows into Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Configure servers for compliance with enterprise standards (GPOs, baseline hardening).
• Ensure integration with management tools: BigFix, Splunk, SCOM, CyberArk.

Security Enablement

• Deploy and validate security agents (CrowdStrike, Morphisec).
• Confirm adherence to CIS benchmarks and internal security posture requirements.
• Maintain accurate upgrade logs and configuration documentation.
• Provide status updates and participate in weekly planning/progress meetings.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Windows Server administration (2016/2019/2022).
• Familiarity with VMware, Nutanix, and AWS EC2 environments.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and Azure DevOps pipeline integration.
• Experience with BigFix patching, Splunk monitoring, CyberArk credential management, and SCOM.
• Knowledge of endpoint security tools (CrowdStrike, Morphisec) and compliance frameworks (CIS).
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical details clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale server migrations and automation projects.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and change management.