Windows System Administrator

As an experienced Windows + VM ware professional with 8 to 10 years of expertise, you will be responsible for hands-on administration of all IT infrastructure services, focusing on compute, networking, identity, and VMware services. Your role will involve providing tier 2 and 3 end user support as necessary. Your key responsibilities will include being a subject matter expert in VMware, DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, and Windows Server enterprise. You will be expected to have hands-on experience with VMware technologies such as Exsi, including tasks like version upgrades, template creation, resource upgrades, patch updating, and host patching. Additionally, you will manage physical servers, handle BIOS and firmware updates, RAID configurations, and certificate server management. Your advanced knowledge of DNS, DHCP, Kerberos, and Windows Authentication will be crucial for the smooth operation of IT infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for Windows virtual environment administration, including GPO management, troubleshooting OS-level issues, and providing end user support when needed. You will also oversee backup and patching activities, identify and troubleshoot server-related resources, and conduct routine auditing for continuous improvement and cost optimization. Furthermore, you will be involved in risk management, secure identity authentication, and infrastructure vulnerability remediation. You should be capable of working independently, be available for night and weekend shifts, and handle additional assigned duties efficiently. Your expertise in Azure, Azure AD, IAM, O365 Defender, Veeam backup, Dell EMC storage, AWS, and various ticketing tools will be essential for creating VMs, managing user access, fixing vulnerabilities, and handling reporting tasks. Your ability to connect with vendors, resolve issues, and troubleshoot OneDrive problems will be highly valued in this role. Overall, your proficiency in a wide range of IT infrastructure technologies and tools, along with your problem-solving skills, will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation and security of the organization's IT environment.,