Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 SME (SC Cleared)
On site
Gloucester, United Kingdom
Freelance
10-12-2024
Job Specifications
Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 SME (SC Cleared)
Our client, a leading global supplier for IT services, requires an experienced Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 SMEwithvalid UK SC Clearanceto be based in their client's office in Barnwood, UK.
You may be able to work some days remotely.
This is a 6+ month temporary contract to start asap.
Day rate: Competitive Market rate.
Job Purpose:
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Windows 365 SME for the Virtual Devices Team following Scaled Agile Framework
Responsible for running, operating, and developing the AVD and Windows 365 environment
Support and maintain the Windows 365 and Windows Operating System environment and related infra (Intune, GPO, OU, Application Configuration, patching etc.)
Knowledge transfer, documentation, and cross skilling the Team comprising of Junior SMEs
Key Responsibilities:
Run, operate, and develop the AVD Environment and W365 Environment
Maintain and manage Windows Environment hosted in AVD and W365 Environment
Maintain and manage policies/configuration
Maintain and manage hosted applications
Develop and execute Infrastructure as a Code pipelines using Terraform and PowerShell
Maintain and manage CI/CD Pipelines via GitHub Repos
Manage W365 environment and App delivery via Intune
Develop competency in the team and cross skill junior SMEs
Key Requirements:
Experience in management, configuration and deployment of Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and W365 Environment
In-depth understanding of the Azure, AVD architecture and Windows 365 Architecture
Experience in managing environments using Infrastructure as a Code (Terraform and PowerShell) and CI/CD Pipelines
Proficient in Windows Operating System principals, Group Policy Management, PowerShell and Application Troubleshooting
Experience in managing Windows Operating system, Configurations, Group Policy
Experience in Desktop and Application virtualisation
Experience in working in an Agile DevOps team following SCRUM and good understanding of Agile frameworks
High proficiency in management, configuration and deployment best practices of Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Windows 365
Highly proficient in configuring and managing Resource Pool, Host Groups, Images, Apps and User Access
Highly proficient in configuring user customisation through FSlogix
High proficient in managing Intune policies and deployments
Good understanding of Virtual Desktop and Application strategies and best practices
Sound knowledge of Cloud Computing Fundamentals and Azure
Good communication skills, interpersonal skills, and customer responsiveness
Working knowledge of tools like JIRA and ServiceNow
Should be ready to work out of hours (based on project requirement) - if required
SC clearance is mandatory
Pre-onboarding formalities to be completed before the start date (ID creation and vetting validation)
For vetting associate must come to Customer office in Gloucester
Person Specification:
INFORMING:
Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs and to feel good about being part of the team, unit, and/or the organization. Is able to provide informative and quantifiable information so that accurate decision making can be taken in a timely manner
PROBLEM SOLVING:
Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions and probes all fruitful sources for answers. Can see hidden problems and is excellent at detailed analysis by looking beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answer
TECHNICAL LEARNING:
Able to learn new skills quickly and is adept at learning new industry skills and competencies via various methods, including research and attendance at technical courses and seminars etc
KEY RELATIONSHIPS & CONTACTS:
With Client
Establish and maintain excellent relationship with customer stakeholders and develop processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness for the client as an on-going basis.
With Line Manager/Senior Stakeholders
Maintain regular contact with Line Manager/Senior Stakeholders to update and appraise them on critical business issues and data points.
With Offshore Teams
Maintain regular contact with required Offshore teams as and when required to update them on current issues and decisions, seeking support for issues that affect the success of the contracts on-going deliverables as and when required.
With Peers
Develop and maintain positive relationships with other business partners, both internal and external, ensuring best practice advice is shared and maximum efficiency achieved.
With Others
Effectively and professionally, communicate regularly with all functional teams and other parts of the company as required in the proper performance of such duties by regularly sharing information and building positive relationships to help achieve business goals and objectives within the account. Building positive relationships with external contacts to maximize efficiency and to always represent the business in a professional manner.
Due to the volume of applications received, unfortunately we cannot respond to everyone.
If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of sending your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.
Please do keep an eye on our website https://projectrecruit.com/jobs/for future roles.
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