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Whitehall Resources require an Active Directory SME to work with a key client on a 6 month initial contract. This role will involve on site work in Berkshire 2-3 days per week. Inside IR35. We are seeking a skilled Windows, Active Directory, and Virtualization Engineer with strong experience across Microsoft, Azure, and VMware/Hyper‑V platforms. The ideal candidate will be responsible for administering Windows servers, managing identity services, maintaining virtualization infrastructure, and ensuring the stability, security, and performance of enterprise systems. This role requires strong troubleshooting capabilities, hands‑on operational expertise, and effective collaboration with vendors and cross‑functional teams.
Job Responsibility:
Windows Server Administration: Troubleshoot operating system-related issues
Perform user and access management tasks
Handle server commissioning and decommissioning processes
Perform Windows Vulnerability Mitigation and Patch Management
Conduct backup and restoration operations
Ensure high availability and operational stability of Windows Server environments
Active Directory & Azure Entra Management: Manage Active Directory including user, group, and OU administration
Maintain and configure Group Policies (GPOs)
Perform DNS record creation, troubleshooting, and maintenance
Manage DHCP scopes, reservations, and configurations
Administer FTP services on Windows platforms
Handle SSL certificate issuance, renewal, and lifecycle management
Manage Azure services, including deploying resources such as Logic Apps
Virtualization (VMware / Hyper‑V) Administration: Maintain and monitor overall VMware infrastructure health
Perform VM creation, configuration enhancements, and resource optimization
Manage snapshots, load distribution, and day‑to‑day VM troubleshooting
Conduct environment health checks and performance assessments
Set up and manage HA‑DRS clusters
Manage vNetworking, data stores, and storage allocation
Install, configure, and onboard new ESXi/ESX hosts
Coordinate with VMware or Hyper‑V vendors
Vendor Coordination: Act as the primary liaison for Microsoft, VMware, and other infrastructure vendors
Coordinate troubleshooting, escalations, and support requests
Ensure timely resolution of issues and communication with internal stakeholders
Requirements:
Skilled Windows, Active Directory, and Virtualization Engineer with strong experience across Microsoft, Azure, and VMware/Hyper‑V platforms
Strong troubleshooting capabilities
Hands‑on operational expertise
Effective collaboration with vendors and cross‑functional teams
Eligible to work in the specified country/location