Part-Time Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Administrator

Job Title: Part-Time Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Administrator

Location: Kolkata, India
Employment Type: Part-Time / Contract
Experience Required: 2–5 years (relevant experience in Azure administration)

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Azure Virtual Desktop Administrator to manage, monitor, and optimize our Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environment. The ideal candidate will ensure high availability, performance, and security of virtual desktops while providing timely technical support to users.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain Azure Virtual Desktop infrastructure, host pools, and session hosts.
• Manage user access, profiles, and permissions through Azure AD and Intune.
• Monitor system performance, perform regular updates, and troubleshoot AVD-related issues.
• Implement and maintain security policies, backups, and cost optimization strategies.
• Coordinate with IT and support teams for user onboarding and issue resolution.
• Prepare basic reports on usage, uptime, and performance metrics.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience with Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) setup and administration.
• Strong understanding of Azure AD, Intune, PowerShell scripting, and Windows 10/11 multi-session management.
• Knowledge of networking, VPNs, and remote desktop protocols (RDP).
• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-140) preferred.
• Based in Kolkata and available for part-time/remote support as required.

Work Schedule:

• Part-Time: Approximately 15–20 hours per week (flexible schedule).
• Mode: Hybrid / Remote (Kolkata-based candidates most preferred).

Job Type: Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: ₹300.00 - ₹500.00 per hour

Expected hours: 28 per week

Experience:

• Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Administrator: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Administrator (Required)

Work Location: In person