We are seeking an experienced Senior Windows Server Administrator to oversee, maintain, and enhance our on-premise and cloud-based Windows server infrastructure.The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of Windows server systems, virtualization platforms (Hyper-V, VMware), cloud technologies (Azure, AWS), and advanced scripting using PowerShell.This role is critical to ensuring our server environment is secure, reliable, and optimized for performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and manage Windows servers (2012, 2016, 2019, 2022) to ensure high availability and performance.
- Diagnose and resolve complex server-related issues, both hardware and software, within defined SLAs.
- Provide Level 3 support for escalated server incidents, collaborating with cross-functional teams as needed.
- Plan and implement patches, hotfixes, and security updates in compliance with IT security standards.
- Troubleshoot and manage network-related configurations (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN) for Windows environments.
- Configure and manage firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, and enforce server hardening techniques.
- Manage virtualization platforms (Hyper-V, VMware) to ensure optimal resource allocation, clustering, and high availability.
- Administer cloud-based Windows environments on Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
- Write and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate routine administrative tasks and enhance operational efficiency.
- Utilize System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) for monitoring, alerting, and proactive system health analysis.
- Design and execute backup & recovery strategies using tools such as Veeam, Commvault, or native Windows Backup.
- Maintain detailed documentation including server inventories, configuration standards, runbooks, and SOPs.
- Perform capacity planning, performance tuning, and growth forecasting for server infrastructure.
- Collaborate with network, security, and development teams to deliver seamless, secure, and scalable solutions.
- Ensure adherence to compliance standards and ITIL practices for change, incident, and problem Skills and Experience :
- Graduation in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline.
- 12+ years of hands-on experience in Windows Server Administration in enterprise environments.
- Strong knowledge and troubleshooting skills
- Familiarity with networking concepts including TCP/IP, routing, firewall policies, and VPN configurations.
- Experience with security practices such as server hardening, patch management, and threat mitigation.
- Exposure to DevOps/CI tools like Ansible, Jenkins, or Terraform (optional but advantageous).
- Strong understanding of backup and disaster recovery techniques and tools.
- Excellent documentation, communication, and team collaboration :
- Microsoft Certified : Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified : Azure Administrator Associate
- AWS Certified SysOps Administrator
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
- ITIL Foundation
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