Wintel Engineer - SC Cleared

CBSbutler Ltd.; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology services provider seeks a skilled Wintel Engineer for a critical on-site role in Stevenage. The successful candidate will ensure the stability and security of Windows environments, providing expert support and administration. This role requires UK Nationals eligible for SC Clearance and involves working closely within a dedicated team in a high-security environment. A competitive salary of up to £55,000 is offered, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Opportunity to work for a global leader

Involvement in critical services

Stable role within a dedicated team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supporting Wintel environments.
• Strong understanding of ITIL processes.
• Experience in systems administration and security hardening.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level support for Wintel infrastructure.
• Diagnose and resolve complex incidents.
• Monitor system performance and identify improvements.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Tools

Windows Server

Active Directory

ITIL

Job description

Wintel Engineer - SC Cleared

Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire (100% On-Site Role)
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + Benefits
Security Clearance: Must be UK National and eligible for SC Clearance

CBSbutler are excited to partner with a leading global technology services provider to recruit a skilled Wintel Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team providing critical IT services directly into a prestigious, high-security client environment in Stevenage.

Please note: Due to the secure nature of this role and client requirements, this position requires 5 days per week on-site in Stevenage and is open only to UK Nationals who are eligible to obtain and maintain Security Clearance (SC).

About the Role:

As a Wintel Engineer, you will be a key technical specialist within the service delivery team. You'll leverage your deep understanding of Windows environments to ensure the stability, performance, and security of critical systems. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert-level technical support and administration for core Wintel infrastructure (Windows Server, Active Directory, related technologies).
• Diagnosing and resolving complex incidents and problems (Level 3 support), performing root cause analysis, and implementing preventative measures.
• Managing system changes through established change control processes, ensuring proper validation and documentation.
• Contributing to the installation, configuration, and decommissioning of server hardware and software.
• Monitoring system performance, analysing trends, and proactively identifying opportunities for service improvement against SLAs.
• Participating in technical projects, implementing designs to meet service delivery requirements.
• Working collaboratively within the team and alongside other service providers, potentially mentoring colleagues.
• Applying strong security administration practices within a secure environment.
• Building positive working relationships with end-users and client stakeholders.

About You:

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Wintel Engineer with:

• Proven experience in supporting, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex Wintel environments (Windows Server OS, Active Directory essential).
• Strong understanding and practical experience with ITIL processes (Incident, Problem, Change Management - ideally Level 3 proficiency).
• Demonstrable experience in systems administration, including installation, configuration, and security hardening (System Software L4, Security Admin L4 equivalent).
• Experience in IT operations and supporting service delivery in a structured environment (IT Operations L3).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of liaising effectively with technical teams and end-users.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy, secure, multi-vendor environment.

What's On Offer:

• A competitive salary of up to £55,000.
• The opportunity to work for a globally recognised technology leader.
• Involvement in providing critical services to a key client in the defence/aerospace sector (MBDA environment).
• A stable, challenging role within a dedicated on-site team.
• A streamlined one-stage interview process.

Important Note: This role is strictly office-based in Stevenage, 5 days per week.

Apply Now:

If you are a UK National, SC Cleared (or eligible) Wintel Engineer looking for a challenging on-site role in Stevenage, we want to hear from you!