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***SC Cleared***Wintel and VMWare Administrator Warrington or Gloucester + Remote (Maximum of 1 day p/w onsite initially)6 Month contract initially, good scope for extension £300 - £350 p/d (Umbrella-PAYE)One of our blue chip clients are looking for a Wintel and VMWare Administrator to join the team on a long term programme of work.Key responsibilities:*Provide Support in migrating and upgrading the Windows 2012/2012 R2 Servers to Windows 2016/2019 Servers.*Windows (AD/DNS/DHCP), VMware Administration, VMware, patch management, image management with practical experience in troubleshooting issues of Windows OS and various services running on Windows OS. *Administration for directory services platforms to include configuration, policy configurations, troubleshooting and getting to root cause analysis, system design, upgrades, and configuration of monitoring toolsKey Skills / Experience:* Significant experience managing Windows servers and infrastructure, including Active Directory. * Significant experience of Windows system administrators to support a production IT environment consisting of more than 200 servers. * Hands on Experience in Windows 2012 to Windows 2016 /2019 OS upgrades.* Good understanding of Active Directory, OU structures, Group Policies, DNS, DFS, DHCP, IIS and WSUS. * Strong understanding and experience in an enterprise environment including backup and restore procedures. * Knowledge of Microsoft Cluster functionalities for High Availability * Maintain & perform periodic testing and upgradation of DR environment. * Participate in defined team projects and activities (such as new deployments, patch management). * Install and Configure ESXI and building VMWare infrastructure from Scratch* Hands on experience in configuring DRS, HA, VMware Networking ,Datastores and VMWare Cluster* Hands on experience on vCenter Install and configuration* Experience in P2V, VMotion and VMware virtual center. * Good hands-on command line of ESX. * Good hands-on Experience in diagnostics & troubleshooting of ESX server environment. * Experience in performance tuning of ESX VMWare and resource management between virtual machines. * Experience in backup and recovery of Virtual machines. * Knowledge of Microsoft Hyper-V Hypervisors. * Knowledge of ITIL processes * Working in 24X7 global environment. * Take responsibility for resolving problems in most effective way possible within SLA reaching root cause and preventing problems. This is a great opportunity on a long running programme of work.Apply now for your CV to reach me directly and we will reply as soon as possible. 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 up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Job Purpose and primary objectives: Microsoft 365 Administrator to provide L3 support for Azure AD and M365 collaborative products Key responsibilities (please specify if the position is an individual one or part of a team): * UK SC (Security Cleared) is Mandatory* Expert knowledge of M365 workloads (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams).* Managing/Administering Exchange Online and other M365* Strong knowledge of Azure Active Directory (AAD) and Conditional Access policies.* Collaborative tools/products like Teams, SharePoint, One Drive etc.* Configure and manage a Teams environment, channels, chats, and Apps.* Manage Teams meetings, Phone numbers and services for Teams Phone.* Monitor and troubleshoot L3/L2 level Teams and Outlooks issues.* Implementing Microsoft Azure tenant-level configuration, including,? Azure Active Directory administration? Conditional Access Policy (CA)? Service Principal ? System for Cross-Domain Identity Management (SCIM) Provisioning and Support ? 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Azure AD - User and group Management, AD Connect etc.* Familiarity with Microsoft Security & Compliance Center tools.* Experience with hybrid Exchange and AD environments.* Understanding of Azure Active Directory (AAD) and integrations with M365.* Understanding of Azure AD Connect and Azure AD directory service for managing cloud identity.Understanding of SSO and MFA technologies for SaaS applications. * Strong PowerShell scripting and automation skills* Hands on knowledge of ITIL-based processes for incident, change, and problem management.* Good to have any working experience of Intune Device management.Key Skills/Knowledge: M365 Administration* Manage and maintain Microsoft 365 (M365) platform, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and OneDrive for Business.* Oversee tenant configurations, policies, and service health.* Implement and manage M365 security and compliance features (e.g., DLP, Conditional Access, Defender, Compliance Manager).* Monitor Microsoft updates/changes and involve respective teams to ensure compliance and readiness for new features or updates.Azure and Related Tools:* Knowledge of Microsoft Azure environment, Azure Cloud, Azure tenant, and integration with M365 tools and products.* Understanding of Active Directory (AD) & Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) and their role in hybrid configurations.Advanced Troubleshooting:* Perform root cause analysis for complex M365 issues.* Escalate and manage cases with Microsoft Support when necessary.* Handle mail flow issues, hybrid configurations, and service interdependencies.* Experience in handling escalated issues, including coordination with multiple teams and vendors.Migration & Deployment:* Lead and execute M365 migrations (e.g., Exchange On-prem to Exchange Online).* Configure and optimize hybrid environments.Automation & Scripting:* Develop PowerShell scripts for managing and automating M365 tasks.* Monitor and optimize license utilization.Monitoring & Reporting:* Set up monitoring tools and dashboards for M365 services.* Generate usage and health reports for stakeholders.* Prepare incident reports and root cause analysis (RCA) documents.Documentation & Best Practices:* Create and maintain documentation for processes, configurations, and troubleshooting guides.* Enforce ITIL-based processes for incident, change, and problem management.Service Delivery:* Adhere to SLAs/OLAs for incident, service request, and problem management.* Handle tickets/service requests effectively while maintaining high-quality standards.* Follow ITIL/ITSM best practices and Agile frameworks to ensure efficient service delivery.Collaboration & Teamwork:* Work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.* Demonstrate excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and team coordination skillsExperience required: 3 Years +Duration of the Assignment: 6 MonthsStart Date (please mention the date not ASAP): 06/01/2025Additional remarks (if any): UK Security Clearance - EssentialDue 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 up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Join Our Team as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Warrington Our client, a leading Engineering & Manufacturing company based in Warrington, is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects while mentoring junior engineers. Qualifications and Skills Required for Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Role: Engineering Degree: The ideal candidate should hold at least a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in engineering with excellent academic records that demonstrate proficiency. Mentoring Engineers: As part of your role within this position, you'll be responsible for providing guidance and support for the development of more inexperienced staff members. You must possess good communication skills since it's essential when sharing knowledge effectively among colleagues during training sessions or one-on-one meetings. 3D CAD Design: You are expected to have experience working with 3D Computer-Aided-Design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks throughout various stages from conceptual design through manufacturing processes. FEA Experience using Finite Element Analysis tools like ANSYS would be beneficial given our clients' focus on complex mechanical systems requiring rigorous testing protocols before production runs commence. Fabrication/Machinery/Heavy Engineering Designs: An expert understanding of fabrication techniques used across heavy industry sectors along with familiarity regarding machinery design principles is required here. As well as being knowledgeable about these areas individually; any relevant exposure towards welding/fabricating procedures whilst also having dealt hands-on approach designing large scale machines/components adds value too! Salary & Benefits Package for Senior Mechanical Design Engineer: With yearly remuneration set at £65k plus package, as well as hybrid & flexible working, coupled with signifcant investment in the tecnnical progression and career develoopment of our Engineers. This senior engineer post offers plenty where candidates can progress into leadership roles if they show aptitude alongside strong background academics/experience/knowledge base gained over years spent building skillsets vital toward developing innovative products solutions serving global markets alike by continuously improving upon existing designs. Apply Today To find out more about Progressive please visit -hidden link- Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom| Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

* UK SC (Security Cleared) is Mandatory* Good Understanding of M365 like Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Desktop related issues* Providing Level 1.5 support for Teams, Outlook, Exchange Online, SharePoint issues * Configure and manage a Teams environment, channels, chats, and Apps for end users.* Manage Teams meetings, Phone numbers and services for Teams Phone.* Troubleshooting and resolving user desktop / Laptops issue remotely * Familiarity with Microsoft Security & Compliance Center tools.* Experience in hybrid Exchange and AD environments issues.* Understanding of Azure Active Directory (AAD) and integrations with M365.* Prepare incident reports.* Understanding of SSO and MFA technologies for SaaS applications.* PowerShell scripting skills is good to have. * Hands on knowledge of ITIL-based processes for incident, change, and problem management.* Good to have any working experience of Intune Device management.* Proven experience in Desktop Site, TechBar and remote support role.* Working knowledge of desktop of M365 product and services (Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, Azure)* Enforce ITIL-based processes for incident, change, and problem management.* Adhere to SLAs/OLAs for incident, service request, and problem management.* Handle tickets/service requests effectively while maintaining high-quality standards.* Follow ITIL/ITSM best practices and Agile frameworks to ensure efficient service delivery.* Work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.* Demonstrate excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and team coordination skillsDue 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 up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.