Windows Server Engineer

We are seeking a Windows Server Engineer to become an integral part of our team! You will be responsible for planning, configurating, installation of servers.

windows system engineer job description

A Windows system engineer

designs, implements, and maintains an organization's Windows-based IT infrastructure. Key duties include managing servers and virtual environments, automating tasks with PowerShell, and ensuring system security and reliability.

Responsibilities

• System management: Install, configure, and maintain Windows servers (e.g., Server 2016, 2019, 2022) for both on-premise and cloud environments like Microsoft Azure.
• Active Directory: Administer and troubleshoot Active Directory, including user and group management, Group Policy, and ensuring secure access to resources.
• Virtualization: Manage virtualized server environments using technologies like VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V.
• Automation: Create and deploy scripts, primarily using PowerShell, to automate routine administrative tasks, increase efficiency, and reduce manual intervention.
• Cloud integration: Assist with migrating on-premise infrastructure to cloud services, and manage resources within cloud ecosystems like Azure.
• Security and compliance: Implement and enforce security protocols, apply system patches and updates, and monitor for vulnerabilities.
• Backup and disaster recovery: Design, implement, and maintain backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Monitoring and troubleshooting: Monitor system performance, review event logs, and analyze and resolve complex server and application issues.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other IT teams, such as network engineers, developers, and help desk staff, to resolve issues and implement solutions.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain documentation for system architecture, configurations, and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications and skills

• Education: A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is often required.
• Experience: Several years of hands-on experience with Windows Server administration in an enterprise environment.
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate or VMware Certified Professional are highly valued.
• Technical expertise: In-depth knowledge of core Microsoft services (Active Directory, IIS, DNS, DHCP), virtualization platforms, and scripting languages.
• Soft skills: Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills are essential for effective collaboration and troubleshooting.

Typical Day

A Windows System Engineer's day often involves a mix of proactive and reactive work, including: 

• Performing routine server maintenance and applying security patches.
• Responding to technical support tickets and user requests.
• Developing and testing new system configurations.
• Collaborating with other IT specialists on various projects.
• Writing scripts to automate repetitive tasks.
• Documenting system changes and procedures.

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