Microsoft Windows Engineer | Adelaide | Immediate Start
Cleared Recruitment is excited to be partnering with a key organisation within Australia's national security community to engage a
Microsoft Windows Engineer
for a critical ICT capability development program based in Adelaide.
12-month contract
with potential extensions up to 24 months
Immediate start
– subject to Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA)
Location:
Adelaide
About the Role
You'll support a major transformation program by leading the design, deployment, and management of secure Microsoft Windows environments.
This is a high-impact role requiring hands-on technical expertise in Windows infrastructure, automation, and security integration.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, manage, and support Windows Server platforms including Active Directory, DNS, PKI, WSUS, and Remote Desktop Services.
* Design, test, and deploy new Windows OS builds, maintain system images, and integrate with VMware environments.
* Deploy and manage
Microsoft SQL Server Clusters
in secure infrastructure environments.
* Automate server tasks and systems operations.
* Integrate Windows platforms with MFA solutions and enterprise security tools.
* Perform routine system health checks and proactively monitor hardware/software performance.
* Manage backup and recovery services for virtualised systems, ensuring minimal downtime.
* Troubleshoot and resolve complex Windows and virtual environment issues.
* Plan and execute server migrations as required.
* Contribute to ICT procurement planning and delivery across classified environments.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to support secure delivery of project milestones.
Skills & Experience Required
* Proven experience designing and deploying Microsoft Active Directory infrastructure.
* Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server Cluster configuration and management.
* Experience integrating Windows systems with security software and enterprise tools.
* Solid understanding of virtualisation platforms, preferably VMware.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Prior experience supporting government ICT projects or similar high-assurance environments.
Eligibility Requirements
* Australian Citizenship
is mandatory.
* NV1 or NV2 AGSVA security clearance
required.
Contact
Daniel Crowe
on
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