Azure Cloud Windows Administrator,

Job Description

1. Job Description As an Azure Cloud Windows Administrator, you will manage and maintain Azure resources such as virtual machines, storage, and databases, while overseeing the administration of Windows Server environments. Youll troubleshoot complex issues, optimize system performance, implement security measures, and collaborate with application teams to resolve technical problems, all while leveraging automation tools like PowerShell and Terraform. 2. Responsibilities • Proficiency in managing Azure resources and services, including virtual machines, storage accounts, and databases. • Strong knowledge of Cloud IaaS Windows Server administration, including installation, configuration, and maintenance. • System OS Deployment: Plan, design, and implement server builds, OS hardening & deployments. • System Administration: Manage, configure, monitor and maintain Windows servers for production and development environments. • Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues related to Windows servers, hardware, and software integrations. • Assist application teams in the resolution of complex technical problems, while providing appropriate communications to all involved stakeholders. • Familiarity with Active Directory, Azure AD Entra ID, DNS and other Windows-based services. • Knowledge in networking concepts, including virtual networks, VPNs, firewalls, and load balancers. • Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Ansible, Azure CLI, and Terraform. • Performance Tuning: Troubleshoot, monitor, and optimize system performance, including CPU, memory, disk, and network. • Understanding backup and disaster recovery solutions, including Azure Backup and Recovery. • Implement and maintain security measures, including user/group permissions and system hardening. • Patch Management: Perform regular updates, patches, and upgrades to Windows Servers while ensuring minimal downtime. • Knowledge of security best practices, including identity and access management, network security groups, network & data security and Azure Security Center. • Experience with monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights to ensure system performance and availability. • Understanding compliance and governance policies, including Azure Policy and Blueprints. • Help maintain system procedures and documentation. 3. Qualifications • 5+ years of relevant L3 experience. • Should have a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, electronics, or telecommunications. Hinduja Global Solutions Limited 1 of 1 • Must have strong technical knowledge of virtual machines (IaaS, Writing Code (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS). • Should have good knowledge of Active Directory, Azure, and other Windows based technologies. • The ability to configure VMs and integrated roles & applications. 4. Certifications • Microsoft Certifications on Cloud Platform & Infrastructure e & responsibilities Preferred candidate profile