Wintel Engineer

Role Title: Wintel Engineer
Location: BARROW IN FURNESS
Duration: 02/10/2026
Inside IR35
£483.30 per day


Role Description:

The Wintel Engineer will be responsible for managing and supporting enterprise Windows and VMware environments, ensuring high availability, resilience, and performance. This role involves advanced virtualization, storage replication, and network integration.
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Key Responsibilities
* Administer and maintain VMware ESXi hosts, clusters, and virtual machines.
* Configure and manage vCenter and vSphere Distributed Switch (VDS).
* Implement and support SRDF Metro for storage replication and disaster recovery.
* Integrate VMware environments with Cisco ACI for network automation and security.
* Perform system upgrades, migrations, and capacity planning.
* Troubleshoot complex Wintel and virtualization issues.
* Ensure compliance with security and operational standards.
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Required Skills & Experience
* Strong hands-on experience with VMware ESXi, vCenter, and VDS.
* Knowledge of SRDF Metro and storage replication technologies.
* Familiarity with Cisco ACI and network virtualization concepts.
* Expertise in Windows Server administration and clustering.
* Understanding of high availability and disaster recovery strategies.
* Experience in large-scale enterprise environments.
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Additional Requirements
* Will require on-site work at customer location in Barrow-in-Furness as part of project delivery.
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Preferred Qualifications
* VMware certifications (VCP, VCAP).
* Microsoft certifications (MCSA, MCSE).
* Experience with automation tools (PowerShell, Ansible).


Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.