At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and support Windows Server environments and Citrix applications.
- Company: Join a leading tech firm with a focus on innovation and security.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible work arrangements, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with potential for career advancement.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team enhancing user experience and system performance.
- Qualifications: Active SC Clearance and experience in Windows Server and Citrix environments.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Contract: 6 month (initial). Location: Max 3 days per week onsite in Wokingham. Rate: £Market rates p/d via Umbrella. Security clearance: Active SC Cleared required prior to appointment (minimum 10 weeks).
Responsibilities
- Manage and support Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022)
- Administer Active Directory, Group Policy (GPO), DNS, DHCP
- Perform system patching, upgrades, and security hardening
- Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity
- Manage Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) environment
- Maintain Citrix Delivery Controllers, StoreFront, Director, Workspace
- Administer Citrix ADC (NetScaler) including load balancing and gateway
- Troubleshoot session issues, profile management, and app delivery
- Optimize user experience and performance in Citrix environments
- Manage VMware vSphere / ESXi / vCenter environments
- Provision and maintain virtual machines
- Configure HA, DRS, vMotion
- Perform capacity planning and resource optimization
- Backup and recovery using enterprise tools
- Provide support for end-user devices, VDI, laptops, and desktops
- Troubleshoot issues with Windows OS, Office 365, printers, and applications
- Support VDI environments (Citrix / VMware Horizon if applicable)
- Handle incident, request, and problem management in ITSM tools (ServiceNow, etc.)
- Ensure adherence to SLAs and KPIs
- Implement security best practices and patch management
- Monitor vulnerabilities and coordinate remediation
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and standards
- Maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and knowledge base articles
- Collaborate with networking, security, and application teams
- Participate in on-call rotation and major incident support
Key Skills
Wintel Administrator (Active SC Cleared) employer: LA International
As a Wintel Administrator with us, you will thrive in a dynamic work environment located in Wokingham, where collaboration and innovation are at the forefront of our culture. We offer competitive rates, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to your professional development through ongoing training and growth opportunities. Join us to be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and prioritises a healthy work-life balance.
We think you need these skills to ace Wintel Administrator (Active SC Cleared)
Windows Server Administration (2016/2019/2022)
Active Directory
Group Policy (GPO)
DNS
DHCP
System Patching
Security Hardening
