Windows Server Upgrade & Build Engineer

Position Title

Windows Server Upgrade & Build Engineer

Employment Type

Fixed Term Employment – 6 Months (may get extended to one year)

Location

Hybrid
20 Brandon Street
Edinburgh, EH3 5PP
Scotland

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-place upgrades and new builds for Windows Server 2016 to supported OS versions.
• Validate upgrade paths and ensure minimal downtime during migrations.
• Read and understand PowerShell scripts for upgrade automation.
• Execute automation workflows into Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Configure servers for compliance with enterprise standards (GPOs, baseline hardening).
• Ensure integration with management tools: BigFix, Splunk, SCOM, CyberArk.

Security Enablement

• Deploy and validate security agents (CrowdStrike, Morphisec).
• Confirm adherence to CIS benchmarks and internal security posture requirements.
• Maintain accurate upgrade logs and configuration documentation.
• Provide status updates and participate in weekly planning/progress meetings.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Windows Server administration (2016/2019/2022).
• Familiarity with VMware, Nutanix, and AWS EC2 environments.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and Azure DevOps pipeline integration.
• Experience with BigFix patching, Splunk monitoring, CyberArk credential management, and SCOM.
• Knowledge of endpoint security tools (CrowdStrike, Morphisec) and compliance frameworks (CIS).
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical details clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale server migrations and automation projects.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and change management.