Senior System Administrator

Location

Pune City | India

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior System Administrator to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the planning, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of our Windows server infrastructure. This role requires a strong background in Windows operating systems, server virtualization, and a deep understanding of system architecture.

Requirements

Must-Haves:

Hybrid Infrastructure Expertise: Design, implement, and manage Windows, Linux server environments, ensuring high performance, availability, and security. Monitor system performance and proactively address issues to ensure optimal functionality. Conduct regular system backups and implement disaster recovery plans. Troubleshoot and resolve system-related issues promptly and efficiently. Demonstrated hands-on experience working with complex environments that encompass both on-premises and cloud infrastructures.

Access Management Expertise: Administer Active Directory, including user account management, group policies, and domain services. Implement and manage server virtualization technologies, such as Hyper-V or VMware. Experience with implementing and managing access control mechanisms including Single Sign-On (SSO), Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), and user provisioning workflows.

Networking Expertise: Design, implement, and manage robust LANs, WANs, and VPNs. From configuring routers and firewalls to optimizing performance and enforcing security, youll wield automation tools, troubleshoot like a pro, and keep your team powered by cutting-edge network savvy.

ITIL Principles: Possess a strong understanding of ITIL principles and best practices. Experience in implementing ITIL methodologies to enhance system performance, incident management, and service delivery is essential.

Server Orchestration Knowledge: Proficiency of configuration management principles to maintain consistency and enforce desired configurations across servers in an environment. Knowledge of scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell to create custom automation scripts and enhance orchestration processes. Windows 2008/2012/2016/2019 Servers, patching and upgrades, Antivirus Administration, Knowledge about VMware, backups. Knowledge of Zabbix monitoring and JIRA Service Desk Management.

Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams, developers, and system administrators.

Security Best Practices: Awareness of security best practices and the ability to implement security measures within orchestrated server environments.

Agility and Self-Organization: The IT landscape is ever-evolving, and you must be adaptable to change. You should be comfortable working in an agile environment, capable of self-organizing, and prioritizing tasks effectively.

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