Are you a skilled WINTEL Engineer with active DV clearance (or an active SC clearance and are willing and eligible to undergo DV clearance) looking for an exciting contract opportunity in Corsham? Our client, a renowned organisation within the defence and security sector, requires a professional like you to support their major defence programme. This role offers you the chance to work on enterprise Windows-based platforms in a heavily virtualised environment, delivering impactful solutions within secure settings.
About the Role
As a WINTEL Engineer, you will be hands-on, responsible for designing, building, and maintaining enterprise-grade Windows Server infrastructure. Your expertise will support Microsoft server technologies such as Windows Server 2012R2, 2016, and later versions, alongside enterprise services including Active Directory, PKI, DNS, DHCP, Exchange, SQL, and WSUS.
The position involves supporting virtualised environments, performing system configuration, patching, backup/restoration, troubleshooting, and system integration activities. You'll also produce vital technical documentation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to automate and standardise services, ensuring delivery aligns with programme standards, timelines, and security policies.
What we're looking for
- Strong experience with Windows Server platforms (2012R2, 2016, later versions) in enterprise environments
- Proven ability to deploy and administer Active Directory within secure environments
- Hands-on experience supporting key Microsoft enterprise services—PKI, DNS, DHCP, Exchange, SQL, WSUS
- Experience managing Windows environments in virtualised infrastructure, ideally with VMware
- Proficient in system administration tasks such as patching, backup, restore, and monitoring
- Skilled in automation using PowerShell
- Ability to produce detailed technical artefacts, including design documents and operational guides
- Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
- Experience in complex programmes within large technical teams
- Knowledge of ITIL service management principles
- Current DV clearance or SC clearance and be willing and eligible to undergo DV clearance
Desired Skills
- Experience in defence or secure public sector environments
- Knowledge of virtualisation platforms such as VMware
- Familiarity with monitoring tools like SCCM or SCOM
- Understanding of networking concepts and Cisco technologies
- Experience with Agile delivery methods and Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence)
- Relevant certifications such as MCSE or ITIL
Details & Benefits
- Location: Corsham, with hybrid working (4 days onsite)
- Start: ASAP
- Contract duration: until 31/03/2027, with scope to extend
- Day rate: Up to £700 per day (inside IR35)
If you're ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic, security-critical environment, we invite you to apply. At Evodia Limited, we’re committed to making the recruitment process transparent, supportive, and straightforward. Join us and help deliver vital solutions for defence and security sectors.