Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Windows System Administrator to join our IT infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining companys Windows – based systems and servers. The ideal candidate will ensure system reliability, performance and security, while providing excellent support to our internal teams and clients. Key Responsibilities: To install, configure, and maintain Windows server hardware and software infrastructure to ensure reliability and the performance of a system. To manage Active Directory functions such as creating group policy, managing user accounts, domain security protocols, and so on. Monitor the performance of the system, troubleshoot the problems encountered, and ensure solutions are found quickly to minimize downtime. Develop and monitor the network security measures installed to prevent data, software, and hardware attacks. Implement the latest upgrades and patches to protect vulnerabilities and install these updates on your systems routinely. Conduct regular backup operations and establish appropriate processes in data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures. Collaborate with the network staff to ensure that the installed software and systems will run satisfactorily and efficiently towards business objectives and processes. Maintain records of configurations, mappings, processes, and services. Administer the servers, desktop computers, printers, routers, switches, firewalls, phones, personal digital assistants, smartphones, software deployment, security updates, and patches. Using virtual environments by utilizing technologies such as Hyper-V or VMware. Technical assistance and advisory to all users in relation to their specific needs. It provides an opportunity to ensure that every user gets a chance to use the product effectively. Collaboration with vendors and other technical support teams to resolve technical issues related to computing hardware and software. Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT or similar field and/or relevant experience. Good knowledge of Windows server setup, deployment, and maintenance. Ability to create scripts in Perl, Python, and other related languages. Database experience, patch management, and networks including LAN and WAN. Knowledge of new operating systems and server platforms. Knowledge of the network security system, intrusion detection system, and data backup. Excellent problem-solving skills and good analytical and communication skills.
