Job Description – Windows Server Administrator / Lead Administrator Position Title Windows Server Administrator Experience 5 – 12 Years Location Remote / Hybrid Employment Type Full-Time About the Role We are looking for an experienced Windows Server Administrator to join our Infrastructure Services team and support enterprise-scale, business-critical Windows environments. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Windows Server administration, patch management, troubleshooting, performance optimization, automation, and infrastructure operations. You will be responsible for maintaining the stability, security, availability, and performance of Windows Server platforms while working closely with Network, Storage, Security, Virtualization, and Application teams to deliver reliable IT services. Key Responsibilities Windows Server Administration Administer and support Windows Server environments (2012, 2016, 2019, and 2022). Perform server provisioning, configuration, upgrades, and decommissioning activities. Manage Windows Server roles and features, including File Services, IIS, and Remote Services. Ensure adherence to server build standards, hardening guidelines, and operational procedures. Patch & Vulnerability Management Plan, coordinate, and execute monthly patching activities using WSUS/SCCM/MECM. Perform patch validation, rollback planning, and compliance reporting. Support vulnerability remediation activities in collaboration with Security teams. Ensure systems remain compliant with organizational and regulatory standards. Monitoring & Performance Management Monitor server health, availability, and performance. Analyze CPU, memory, disk, and network utilization trends. Troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and recommend corrective actions. Support monitoring improvements, alert tuning, and operational reporting.



Incident & Problem Management Investigate and resolve Windows Server incidents and service disruptions. Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring or major issues. Participate in major incident management and outage resolution activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive issue resolution and service restoration. Storage & File Services Manage NTFS permissions, file shares, storage allocation, and disk capacity. Support storage expansion, performance troubleshooting, and housekeeping activities. Coordinate with Storage teams for SAN, backup, and capacity-related requirements. Automation & Operational Excellence Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for operational automation. Automate routine administrative and reporting tasks. Improve operational efficiency through standardization, scripting, and process optimization. Maintain documentation, SOPs, and knowledge articles. Collaboration & Support Work closely with Security, Network, Storage, VMware, and Application teams. Participate in change management, release activities, and CAB reviews. Support 24x7 operations through rotational on-call and shift support when required. Required Technical Skills Windows Server Windows Server 2012 / 2016 / 2019 / 2022 Server Roles & Features Server Core and GUI Administration Event Viewer Performance Monitor (PerfMon)



Windows Services Scheduled Tasks Patch Management WSUS SCCM / MECM Windows Update Management Patch Compliance & Reporting Storage & File Systems NTFS ReFS Disk Management Storage Spaces File Shares & Permissions Quotas and Capacity Management Networking Fundamentals DNS DHCP TCP/IP Windows Firewall Remote Desktop Services (RDP) Certificate Management Basics Automation PowerShell Scripting Task Scheduling Reporting Automation Log Collection & Analysis Preferred Skills Active Directory User and Group Administration Organizational Units (OU) Group Policy (GPO) Authentication & Replication Troubleshooting OR VMware vCenter Administration ESXi Fundamentals VM Lifecycle Management Snapshots HA / DRS Concepts Performance Troubleshooting Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience. 5–12 years of experience supporting enterprise Windows Server environments. Experience working in large-scale production environments. Familiarity with ITIL-based service management processes. Preferred Certifications Microsoft Certified: Windows Server / Hybrid Administrator Microsoft Azure Administrator (Preferred) ITIL Foundation Certification VMware VCP (Preferred) What We Are Looking For Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Experience working in mission-critical production environments. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced workplace. Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on automation and operational excellence. Ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to team knowledge sharing. Why Join Us? You will be part of a highly skilled infrastructure team supporting enterprise-class platforms that power critical business applications. This role offers opportunities to work on large-scale environments, automation initiatives, modernization programs, and advanced troubleshooting challenges while growing your technical and leadership capabilities.

📌 Windows Server Admin(Wipro) (Navi Mumbai)
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