Windows Engineer – Contract - Hybrid (2 days onsite in Leeds).
This is an initial 3 month contract, paying £500 per day, inside IR35, 2 days a week onsite in central Leeds.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and support Windows Server environments from 2012 to 2025
Build, configure and maintain VMware and VCF based infrastructure
Administer Azure services with a focus on identity, compute and automation
Use PowerShell to automate routine tasks, create scripts, and improve operational efficiency
Oversee patching cycles, WSUS administration and vulnerability remediation
Create and manage Group Policies
Complete new server builds including configuration, testing and documentation
Implement Windows hardening standards to strengthen security posture
Maintain clear technical documentation for builds, processes and operational tasks
Support configuration management using Chef or Ansible where required About You
Strong background in Windows Server engineering
Experience working in large or complex server environments
Confident with VMware, VCF and Azure services
Skilled in PowerShell scripting and automation
Good understanding of patching, WSUS, compliance and security standards
Able to create and manage GPOs and follow structured build processes
Comfortable working with infrastructure hardening and best practice frameworks
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical domains Why Join
Opportunity to work with a modern Windows and virtualisation estate
A role with autonomy, responsibility and the chance to shape engineering standards
Supportive team environment where engineering quality matters This is an urgent requirement so please apply immediately to be considered