Job Description Azure & Wintel SME / Architect
Experience
1015 Years
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced Azure & Wintel SME / Architect to lead the design, implementation, administration, and optimization of enterprise Microsoft infrastructure environments. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Microsoft Azure Cloud , Windows Server technologies , virtualization platforms, identity services, automation, disaster recovery, and infrastructure modernization initiatives.
The role will act as the technical authority for Azure and Wintel platforms, providing strategic direction, architecture governance, operational excellence, and technical leadership across infrastructure services.
Key Responsibilities
Azure Cloud Architecture & Operations
Design, deploy, and manage Azure infrastructure services.
Define cloud migration and modernization strategies.
Architect highly available, scalable, and secure cloud solutions.
Manage Azure Landing Zones, subscriptions, governance, and policies.
Implement Azure security controls and compliance frameworks.
Optimize Azure resource utilization and cloud costs.
Support business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities within Azure.
Wintel Infrastructure Management
Architect and manage Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, 2022 and above).
Administer Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, DFS, and Certificate Services.
Design and maintain high-availability Windows infrastructure.
Lead Windows Server upgrades, migrations, and lifecycle management activities.
Troubleshoot complex infrastructure and operating system issues.
Virtualization & Datacenter Technologies
Design and administer VMware vSphere and Hyper-V environments.
Manage virtual infrastructure performance,



capacity, and optimization.
Support datacenter modernization initiatives.
Implement infrastructure resiliency and high-availability solutions.
Identity & Security
Manage Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and hybrid identity solutions.
Implement Conditional Access, MFA, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Zero Trust principles.
Lead identity integration and federation initiatives.
Ensure compliance with security, governance, and audit requirements.
Backup, DR & Business Continuity
Design backup and recovery strategies for cloud and on-prem environments.
Implement Azure Site Recovery and disaster recovery solutions.
Conduct DR drills and infrastructure resiliency testing.
Define and monitor RTO/RPO adherence.
Automation & Infrastructure as Code
Develop automation solutions using:
PowerShell
Azure CLI
ARM Templates
Bicep
Terraform
~ Streamline provisioning, monitoring, compliance, and operational activities.

Monitoring & Performance Management
Implement and manage:
Azure Monitor
Log Analytics
Application Insights
Microsoft Defender
Third-party monitoring tools
~ Establish proactive monitoring and alerting frameworks.

Leadership & Governance
Act as Infrastructure Architect and technical escalation point.
Lead technical reviews, infrastructure assessments, and solution design workshops.




Prepare architecture documents, HLDs, LLDs, and operational runbooks.
Mentor engineers and technical SMEs.
Participate in CAB reviews, governance meetings, and customer discussions.
Required Technical Skills
Azure
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Networking
Azure Storage
Azure Backup
Azure Site Recovery
Azure Monitor
Azure Landing Zones
Azure Virtual Desktop (Preferred)
Azure Kubernetes Service (Preferred)
Azure Governance & Security
Microsoft Infrastructure
Windows Server Administration
Active Directory
Group Policy

DNS / DHCP

DFS

PKI / Certificate Services

WSUS

IIS

Virtualization
VMware vSphere
vCenter
Hyper-V
Virtual Infrastructure Design
Automation
PowerShell Scripting
Terraform
ARM Templates
Bicep
Azure DevOps
Monitoring & Security
Azure Monitor
Log Analytics
Microsoft Defender Suite
SIEM Integration
Vulnerability Management
Preferred Certifications
Azure
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
Azure Security Engineer Associate
Infrastructure
VMware VCP Certification
Microsoft Windows Server Certifications
ITIL Foundation
Soft Skills
Robust customer-facing communication skills.
Excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities.
Experience leading technical teams and mentoring engineers.
Ability to manage critical incidents and executive escalations.
Strong documentation and presentation skills.
Strategic thinking with focus on business outcomes.
Role Type: SME / Technical Architect
Level: Senior SME / Architect (L3/L4)
Azure, Wintel Administration, Azure Cloud, Enterprise Architecture

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