Window Server Administrator- Associate

Minimum Years of Experience: 2 -3 year(s)

Certifications Required:

Microsoft Learn completion for: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate or equivalent certification

Certifications Preferred:

• Familiarity with configurationmanagement tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet) • Knowledge of security best practices, vulnerability management, and compliance frameworks (e.g., CIS, NIST) • Exposure to containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Required / Mandatory Knowledge/Skills: (character count limit 5000) *PLEASE ONLY USE THIS FIELD IF THIS IS A MUST HAVE SKILL FOR APPLICANT*

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server operating systems (2012, 2016, 2019, 2022)
• Administer Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy Objects and security policies
• Manage virtualized environments using Hyper-V and VMware vSphere
• Implement, monitor, and fine-tune patch management (WSUS, SCCM) and server updates
• Design and maintain backup, recovery, and disasterrecovery solutions (e.g., Veeam, Azure Backup) Automate routine tasks and workflows using PowerShell, scripting, and configurationmanagement tools
• Monitor server health and capacity, troubleshoot performance bottlenecks, and resolve incidents in a 247 support model
• Collaborate with network, storage, security, and application teams on system integrations and

infrastructure projects

• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, procedures, and operational runbooks Participate in architecture reviews and recommend improvements to enhance security, scalability, and reliability
• Mentor junior administrators, share knowledge, and drive continuous process improvement
• ITSM - Incident, Change, Service request management & problem management
• Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 2+ years of handson Windows Server administration in a production environment
• Proficiency with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and PKI
• Experience with virtualization platforms (Hyper-V and/or VMware)
• Strong PowerShell scripting skills and familiarity with automation frameworks
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls)
• Experience with patchmanagement solutions (WSUS, SCCM) and backup/recovery tools
• Working knowledge of SAN/NAS storage technologies and integration with Windows servers
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or in a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to nontechnical stakeholders

Preferred Knowledge/Skills: (character count limit 5000)* PLEASE MAKE THIS A BULLETED LIST WHERE EACH SENTENCE STARTS WITH THE SAME VERB TENSE (I.E. PROVIDES, DEVELOPS, FACILITATES, ETC.)

Should possess knowledge of following tools -

• A. BMC TrueSight Server Automation

• B. BMC Helix Automation Center

• C. Windows
• E. Jira Data Center
• F. Confluence Data Center
• G. GitHub
• H. PowerShell Universal
• I. ServiceNow (Incident, Request, Change Management)