Senior Windows Server Engineer - Contract

Overview

An experienced Windows Infrastructure Engineer is required to deliver complex infrastructure projects within a regulated, fast-paced environment. The role focuses on hybrid platform delivery across VMware and Microsoft Azure/AVS, with strong involvement in life cycle management, vulnerability remediation, HA/DR alignment, and service transition.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver Windows Server re-platforming, upgrade, and decommissioning across hybrid estates.

Own project workstreams and provide regular stakeholder updates.

Ensure compliance with internal standards, security policies, and governance controls.

Support structured patching and vulnerability management programmes.

Manage service transition, documentation, and operational handover.

Align solutions with HA/DR requirements.

Required Experience

Strong engineering/project delivery experience in Microsoft environments.

Advanced knowledge of: Windows Server, AD, GPO, DNS, DHCP, DFS, Certificate Services.

Experience with phased patching and tiered environments.

Solid networking fundamentals (TCP/UDP, firewall rules, proxy/direct access).

Experience working in regulated environments.

Azure IaaS/PaaS and hybrid connectivity experience.

System Center (MECM/SCOM).

AD migrations and M&A/divestiture projects.

About the job

Contract Type: Temporary Interim Management

Focus: Infrastructure

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: City of London

Specialism: Technology & Digital

Industry: Banking

Salary: Negotiable

Job Reference: 4VIUFD-01DB4786

Date posted: 12 February 2026

Consultant: Charlie Douds