Microsoft Infrastructure Engineer
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Job summary
Version 1 seeks an experienced Technical Support Engineer to administer, support, and modernize a large Microsoft estate, delivering project work and Level 2/3 operational support. You will drive security improvements, automation, and stakeholder engagement across core Microsoft technologies.
The role focuses on Windows Server, Active Directory, Entra ID, and Microsoft 365, with opportunity to lead modernization projects and governance reviews. A dynamic, flexible work arrangement is offered.
Qualifications
- 4-6+ years' experience in Microsoft infrastructure support and administration.
- Experience with Windows Server 2016/2022/2025 and AD Entra ID (Azure AD).
- Experience implementing and governing GPO configurations and security controls.
Responsibilities
- Administer and support Microsoft server and cloud technologies.
- Lead and contribute to infrastructure modernization projects.
- Deliver Active Directory upgrades and tiering initiatives.
- Manage business continuity planning for Active Directory environments.
- Lead migration of Windows Server environments to newer OS versions.
- Support and maintain Windows imaging solutions using MDT.
- Drive migration initiatives including On-prem files to OneDrive, Public folders to Exchange Online.
- Act as a Global Administrator across the Microsoft 365 platform.
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- Department: Public Sector & Utilities (Ireland)
Version 1 has celebrated30 yearsinbusinessand continues to be trusted by global brands to delivertechnology and transformationsolutions that drive customer success. Ourdeepexpertiseenables our customers to navigate the rapidlyevolving technology landscape. We foster strong partnerships withglobal technology leadersincluding Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat,OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.
We’rean award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heartof whatwe do:
- 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK
- Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW
- Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW
We’rea corevalues drivencompany, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them,it’sdeeply embedded within our DNA. Invest in us andwe’llinvest in you!.
We are seeking an experienced Technical Support Engineer to join a Microsoft infrastructure and workplace technologies team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the administration, support, enhancement, and modernization of a large Microsoft estate, delivering both project-based initiatives and Level 2/Level 3 operational support. The role combines hands-on technical delivery, infrastructure modernization, security improvements, automation, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer and support Microsoft server and cloud technologies.
- Lead and contribute to infrastructure modernization projects.
- Deliver Active Directory upgrades and tiering initiatives.
- Manage business continuity planning for Active Directory environments.
- Lead migration of Windows Server environments to newer operating system versions.
- Support and maintain Windows imaging solutions using Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT).
- Drive migration initiatives including:
- On-premises file shares to OneDrive
- Public folders to Exchange Online
- Infrastructure modernization projects
- Act as a Global Administrator across the Microsoft 365 platform.
- Manage and support:
- Exchange Online
- Microsoft Teams
- SharePoint Online
- Microsoft Defender
- OneDrive
- Entra ID
- Resolve complex Level 2 and Level 3 support incidents.
- Implement and govern Group Policy (GPO) configurations.
- Continuously improve security controls and endpoint protection.
- Identify and implement automation opportunities using PowerShell and Microsoft technologies.
- Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation.
- Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and third-party support providers.
- Present technical proposals and recommendations to governance and architecture review boards.
- 4-6+ years' experience in Microsoft infrastructure support and administration.
- Strong experience with:
- Microsoft Windows Server (2016/2022/2025)
- Active Directory
- Entra ID (Azure AD)
- Microsoft 365 Administration
- Office 365 Administration
- Group Policy (GPO) Management
- Microsoft Teams Administration
- Microsoft Defender
- OneDrive Administration
- Windows 11 Support
- Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT)
- Microsoft PowerShell
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- File Server Administration
- Microsoft System Center
- Experience managing security permissions and identity services.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Experience creating technical documentation.
- Microsoft Server certification (2016 or later).
- SharePoint Online
- SharePoint 2019
- Exchange Server 2010/2016
- Exchange Public Folder Migration
- Hyper-V
- Sysinternals and advanced troubleshooting tools
- Debugging and root cause analysis experience.
- Infrastructure design and implementation
- Technical leadership and ownership
- Documentation and knowledge sharing
- Risk and issue management
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
Why Version 1?
At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.
- Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits
- Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme
- Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance
- Financial Wellbeing initiativesincluding;Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financialadviceand an Employee Discount scheme
- Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more.
- Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies
- Educationalassistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat
- Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.
And many more exciting benefits…
Version1 is an equal opportunities employer.
We are committed to building a diverse,inclusiveand respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences, and we value the different perspectives people bring including those shaped by disability and neurodiversity.
We want every candidate to have a positive and accessible recruitment experience. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process, please contact your recruiter ekta.bahl@version1.com at Version 1. We will consider all requests carefully,respectfullyand confidentially.
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