Systems Administrator - Azure,Windows
Bringing the brightest minds to collaborate and drive mutual success.Job Description:
We seek to hire a Windows Server and Azure Admin System Administrator. The Systems Administrator is responsible for designing, deploying, and supporting cloud-based solutions. Support Windows server-based multi-tier applications with cloud-based components. The incumbent must possess strong troubleshooting skills, be self-motivated, process-driven, highly customer-focused, and have a strong desire to improve personally and professionally.
Responsibilities:
- Design, deploy, configure, and maintain Microsoft Windows Server hybrid environments that includes complete Windows stack complemented with Azure services.
- Implement and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) to ensure secure remote access for employees.
- Configure and maintain network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus solutions.
- Monitor server performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system performance.
- Collaborate with other IT team members to implement new technologies and solutions.
- Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and other IT staff as needed.
- Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and new technologies related to Windows Server and network security.
- Also understanding of Hyper-V clustering, SQL Server clustering, Web Farms, and load balancing.
- In terms of SQL server skills, the person should be able to install, take backup etc..ONLY basic Admin skills in SQL server.[This is mentioned in the pluses section in JD and also other points in pluses section]
- The requirement includes skilled required to do documentation of the current network topology using sysops tool or visio tool experience is required.
- Certifications – some key certifications are required related to azure, window server, network/security and need to be active and if dates are published of certification it will be good as mentioned by Eric.
- 6-8 years of hardcore experience as outlined in JD and above, including good communication skills.50% of experience need to be for USA customer and balance 50% could be for non-usa customer.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in configuring virtualized and clustered
- Microsoft Windows Server environments.
- Experience in documenting existing and planned systems architecture, network topologies, software topologies, and network configuration.
- Experience in designing and implementing VPN integrations for secure remote access.
- Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Pluses
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Experience with Microsoft 365 applications and platform elements including
- Exchange Server, SharePoint, and Teams.
- Experience with SQL Server Installation and Administration.
- Experience with Azure Administration and hybrid computing architecture.
Certifications (Beneficial)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administration Fundamentals
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server 2016 or 2019 certifications (e.g., MCSA:
- Windows Server 2016)
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+