Server Infrastructure Administrator

Ardent Credit Services Ltd
Kirkby, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Kirkby, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Microsoft Active Directory
Systems Engineering
Azure
Bash
Computer Security
Data as a Services
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
Desktop Computing
Linux
Disaster Recovery
DNS
Microsoft Exchange Server
Hyper-V
Windows Server
Networking Basics
Citrix Systems
PCI Data Security Standards
Powershell
Cloud Services
Ansible
Arcserve
TCP/IP
VMware Infrastructure
Virtual Local Area Networks
vSphere
Xen Servers
Zabbix
Office365
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Information Technology
Cloud Integration
Veeam
Terraform
VMware

Job description

Are you passionate about building and maintaining robust IT infrastructure? We're looking for a skilled Server Infastructure Engineer to manage enterprise-level systems and ensure our technology runs seamlessly., * Administer, configure, and support Microsoft Windows Server 2016 to 2025 environments.

  • Administer, configure and support Linux based systems.
  • Maintain Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS/DHCP and certificate services across multiple domains.
  • Support virtual infrastructure including VMware vSphere and Hyper-V
  • Assist in the implementation and monitoring of disaster recovery solutions and backup strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with internal security policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, ISO27001, PCI DSS v4.0).
  • Provide support and root cause analysis for complex issues.
  • Document system configurations, changes and operating procedures.
  • Participate in infrastructure projects, including system upgrades, migrations and cloud integration.
  • System Patching and software updates

Requirements

Do you have experience in vSphere?, * Minimum 3-5 years in a Systems Engineering role within an enterprise or regulated environment.

Proven expertise in managing both Windows Server and Linux platforms with Active Directory. Strong experience with VMware, Hyper-V, Citrix Virtual Apps/Desktops, Xen hypervisor technologies.

  • Exposure to cloud services (Microsoft Azure, Purview, Hybrid environments).
  • VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or Citrix certification (e.g., CCA-V).

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Exchange and O365 administration.

  • Citrix Daas and XenServer

  • Knowledge of Cyber Security concepts

  • PowerShell/Bash scripting to automate and streamline administrative tasks.

  • Familiarity with monitoring, alerting, and backup tools (e.g. Graylog, Zabbix, Arcserve, Rubrik, Veeam).

  • Solid understanding of networking basics (TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls).

  • Microsoft Certified (e.g., MCSA, MCSE or Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate).

  • Experience working in financial services, legal, or debt recovery sectors.

  • Experience of Ansible, Terraform or similar automation tools.

  • Awareness of security frameworks and ITIL best practices.

  • Strong problem-solving, analytical and writing skills.

  • Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.

Personal Attributes:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organised.

  • Ability to manage priorities and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.

NOTWITHSTANDING the detail in this job description, the job holder from time to time will undertake such work as may be determined by their manager and / or a member of the Senior Management Team consistent with the key tasks of the job.

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive holidays per year including 8 bank holidays

  • Healthcare Scheme*

  • Company pension plan*

  • Life Assurance*

  • Cycle to Work and Electric Car Schemes*

  • Various discounts and other incentives*

  • Qualifying period applies

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Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme
  • Store discount

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