The Senior Windows Administration Specialist is responsible for the end-to-end management, administration, and optimization of enterprise Windows Server environments across hybrid infrastructures (On-Premise and Microsoft Azure).

The role includes server administration, security hardening, patch management, monitoring, incident response, performance optimization, and automation across large-scale environments supporting business-critical applications.

The candidate will ensure high availability, security compliance, and operational stability of Windows infrastructure while supporting cloud integration and hybrid architecture operations.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage and maintain enterprise Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022).
- Administer Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) including Group Policy, OU management, trust relationships, and replication.
- Manage DNS, DHCP, Certificate Services, and file services.
- Perform server provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management.
- Maintain high availability environments including clustering and failover configurations. Hybrid Infrastructure & Virtualization
- Administer Windows workloads across hybrid environments (On-Prem + Azure).
- Manage virtualization platforms including VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V.
- Provision and manage Azure Virtual Machines and hybrid networking.
- Support Azure AD / Entra ID integration and hybrid identity environments.

Patch Management & Updates

- Implement and manage enterprise patching processes using WSUS, SCCM/MECM, and Azure Update Management.
- Ensure monthly patch cycles and emergency security patching are executed.
- Validate patch deployments and ensure system stability post-patching.

Security & Compliance

- Implement Windows server hardening based on security baselines and best practices.
- Manage privileged access, authentication policies, and RBAC models.
- Apply security configurations aligned with CIS benchmarks and enterprise policies.




- Support vulnerability remediation activities and security audits.
- Work with cybersecurity teams on incident response and threat mitigation.

Monitoring & Operational Support

- Monitor infrastructure using tools such as SolarWinds, SCOM, Zabbix, Dynatrace, or Azure Monitor.
- Investigate and resolve alerts, events, and performance issues.
- Support 24x7 operational environments and critical incident response.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring infrastructure issues.

Backup, DR & Business Continuity

- Manage enterprise backup and recovery solutions.
- Support disaster recovery testing and DR drills.
- Ensure backup policies align with RPO/RTO requirements.

Automation & Optimization

- Develop automation scripts using PowerShell.
- Automate tasks such as server provisioning, patch deployment, monitoring integration, and health checks.

Documentation & Operational Governance

- Develop and maintain infrastructure SOPs, operational runbooks, knowledge base articles, and architecture diagrams.
- Ensure compliance with ITIL processes including Incident, Problem, and Change Management.

Required Technical Skills

- Windows Server 2016 / 2019 / 2022
- Active Directory, Group Policy, Azure AD / Entra ID, Hybrid Identity
- Virtualization: VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V
- Cloud: Microsoft Azure, Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Networking, Azure Update Management
- Patch Management: WSUS, SCCM / MECM
- Automation: PowerShell scripting
- Monitoring Tools: SolarWinds, SCOM, Zabbix, Dynatrace, Azure Monitor

Soft Skills

- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Ability to manage critical incidents in enterprise environments
- Solid documentation and reporting skills
- Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to work in high availability 24x7 operational environments

Certifications (Preferred)

- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator (AZ-104)
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator
- VMware VCP
- ITIL Foundation (Mandatory)

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