Company DescriptionVersion 1 has celebrated 30 years in business and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver technology and transformation solutions that drive customer success. Our deep expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly evolving technology landscape. We foster strong partnerships with global technology leaders including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.We're an award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heart of what we do:UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner3300+ strong, €350/£300m revenue business10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UKBest Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTWBest Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTWWe're a core values (link to values) driven company, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them, it's deeply embedded within our DNA. Invest in us and we'll invest in you.Job DescriptionAs a Windows Platform Consultant, you will assist in the administration and support of our customers' server infrastructure, which underpins the organisation's corporate functions and mission-critical power system operation and market functions.ResponsibilitiesSupport the Windows Server Operations Team Lead in delivering on project targets and operational KPIsAdminister and support virtualisation platforms including VMware, Citrix, and Nutanix AHV environmentsManage and support Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) clusters including Prism administration, storage configuration, capacity management, and performance optimisationSupport Nutanix-based DR and replication solutions including snapshot management and business continuity planningSupport asset management of Windows and Nutanix systems including inventory maintenance, lifecycle management, warranty management and vendor supportDevelop, support and optimise Windows solutions to deliver high performance, 24x7 availability and disaster recovery capabilityAdminister all current and future Windows Server environments (Server 2016 onwards) across hybrid infrastructuresIdentify, prioritise and resolve 2nd or 3rd level incidents and problems through formal incident and problem management processesAdminister Windows Server and Active Directory security in accordance with company policy and industry best practiceContribute to the development of internal procedures, processes and technical documentationQualifications5+ years' experience in implementing, supporting and administering Windows environmentsStrong technical knowledge of Windows Server and several of the following technologies:Citrix, VMware, Nutanix AHV, Active Directory, ExchangeCommvault or other enterprise backup toolsDatacentre management including server installation, cabling and hyperconverged infrastructureHardware and software management tools including SCCM and SCOMExperience supporting Nutanix clusters including upgrades, patching, LCM (Lifecycle Manager), storage policies and performance troubleshootingProficiency in capacity planning and disaster recovery planning across traditional and HCI environmentsEffective communicator, both verbal and writtenProven track record managing enterprise infrastructure through full service lifecycleStrong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilityDesirableTechnical knowledge of server and storage hardwareFamiliarity with infrastructure security and hardening best practicesExperience delivering IT services aligned to ITILPrevious experience in the energy sector or utilitiesAdditional InformationWhy Version 1?At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits.Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme.Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people's individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance.Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme.Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies.Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.Reward schemes including Version 1's Annual Excellence Awards & 'Call-Out' platform.Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.And many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.