Senior Windows Engineer

About this opportunity:

We are looking for a skilled Windows Admin/Engineer to manage and maintain our Windows-based infrastructure in a 24x7 business-critical environment. The role involves ensuring high availability, performance, and security of Windows Servers, Active Directory, and Cloud platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to support business operations, automate tasks using PowerShell, and troubleshoot complex issues. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-critical setting.

What you will do:

• Perform root cause analysis for recurring Windows Server issues and implement long-term fixes.
• Manage and configure DNS, DHCP, and WINS for network connectivity.
• Set up and maintain high availability and failover clustering for Windows Servers.
• Manage Windows Defender and third-party antivirus solutions for endpoint protection.
• Implement and maintain WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) for patch management.
• Monitor and manage disk usage, storage quotas, and disk health.
• Create and maintain system documentation, including server configurations and change logs.
• Manage and troubleshoot Remote Desktop Services (RDS) and terminal services.
• Implement and manage Hyper-V environments for virtualization.
• Ensure proper logging and auditing of system events and user activity.
• Manage and configure Windows Firewall and network security settings.
• Perform capacity planning and resource optimization for Windows infrastructure.
• Develop automated processes for server provisioning and decommissioning.
• Ensure adherence to ITIL standards for incident, problem, and change management.
• Provide training and documentation for junior team members and end users.
• Establish and maintain disaster recovery (DR) plans and procedures.
• Monitor and analyze event logs to identify and resolve system issues proactively.
• Manage and optimize Windows licensing and software compliance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network connectivity issues related to Windows Servers.
• Automate security patch deployment and system hardening processes.
• Manage encryption and data protection policies using BitLocker and EFS.
• Knowledge of Group Policy Management and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with security teams to conduct regular vulnerability assessments and remediation.
• Implement and manage Windows-based clustering and load balancing.
• Coordinate with application teams to ensure Windows compatibility and performance.
• Implement secure access controls using RADIUS and LDAP.
• Optimize startup and shutdown sequences to improve boot times and system stability.
• Manage scheduled tasks and service dependencies for operational efficiency.
• Conduct regular performance tuning and system health checks.
• Automate system health reporting and alerting using PowerShell and other monitoring tools.

The Skills you bring

• 8-15 years of experience in a large enterprise or IT environment.
• Manage and maintain Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022) in a 24x7 business-critical environment.
• Administer and troubleshoot Active Directory, Group Policies, DNS, and DHCP.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender and endpoint security.