Assistant Manager - Enterprise IT

Viacom18; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Viacom18 seeks an experienced L2 Windows Domain & Backup Engineer to manage enterprise Windows environments and backup infrastructure. The role covers Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, RADIUS/NPS, and enterprise backups, with automation via scripting/AI tools.

You will assess, report, and drive compliance activities, ensuring DR readiness and security baselines across multi-domain environments in a hybrid infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and RADIUS/NPS in enterprise environments.
• Proficient in managing Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025, patching and upgrades.
• PowerShell scripting for automation and operational efficiency.
• Experience with enterprise backup tools (NetBackup, Veeam, Commvault, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows domains, DNS, DHCP, and RADIUS/NPS services.
• Manage enterprise backups: scheduling, policy management, restore drills, and DR readiness.
• Monitor security posture, patch management, and vulnerability remediation (ISO 27001 aligned).
• Handle incidents and changes for Windows infra and backup systems; perform RCA for failures.

Skills

Active Directory

DNS

DHCP

RADIUS/NPS

Windows Server

PowerShell

Tools

NetBackup

Veeam

Commvault

BackupExec

WSUS

SCCM

Intune

Bigfix

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

We require an experienced L2 Windows Domain & Backup Engineer to manage and maintain enterprise Windows environments along with backup and recovery infrastructure. The role includes Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and core Windows services, along with enterprise backup administration, monitoring, and recovery operations. The engineer will also perform assessments, reporting, compliance activities, and enable automation using scripting/AI tools.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Windows Infrastructure Management

• Administer Active Directory (Users, Groups, GPOs, OU structure)
• Maintain DNS, DHCP, and RADIUS (NPS) services
• Manage Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022) including installation, configuration, and upgrades
• Ensure high availability and performance optimization of Windows infrastructure

Backup Administration

• Manage and monitor enterprise backup solutions (e.g., NetBackup, BackupExec, Veeam, Commvault, or similar)
• Perform backup scheduling, configuration, and policy management for servers, databases, and applications
• Ensure successful completion of daily backups and troubleshoot failed backup jobs
• Perform data restoration (file-level, VM-level, and application-level) as per business requirements
• Conduct regular backup validation and restoration drills to ensure recoverability
• Manage backup storage, retention policies, and archival processes
• Optimize backup performance and storage utilization
• Coordinate with application and infrastructure teams during backup and restore activities
• Ensure DR readiness by supporting disaster recovery drills and failover testing
• Maintain backup reports, logs, and documentation

Security & Vulnerability Management

• Perform Windows patch management (monthly/critical updates)
• Identify and remediate vulnerabilities using tools like Qualys/Nessus
• Ensure SLA-based closure of vulnerabilities
• Implement server hardening best practices
• Ensure backup data security, encryption, and access controls
• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001 and internal policies
• Prepare documentation for audits (including backup and recovery evidence)
• Track audit findings and remediation
• Maintain security and backup baselines

Incident & Change Management

• Handle L2/L3 incidents related to Windows infrastructure and backup systems
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for failures (including backup failures)
• Support change management processes for infra and backup changes

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Skills: Strong experience in Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, RADIUS/NPS; Windows Server (2016/2019/2022/2025); patch management tools (WSUS/SCCM/Intune/Bigfix)

Backup Tools: Experience in enterprise backup tools (NetBackup, Veeam, Commvault, etc.)

Security: Knowledge of ISO 2701 and security frameworks; experience with vulnerability tools (Qualys, Nessus)

Scripting: PowerShell scripting for automation

Certifications (Preferred): Microsoft certifications (MCSA, Azure Admin); certifications in backup technologies (Veeam/Commvault/NetBackup)

Environment: Experience in enterprise multi-domain environments; exposure to hybrid environments (on-prem + Azure/GCP); exposure to AI/automation tools

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Communication: Strong documentation and reporting skills; effective communication and coordination with IT and business teams

Attention to Detail: High attention to detail in backup validation, security compliance, and audit readiness

Resilience: Ability to work in high-pressure production environments with SLA-bound deliverables

Problem-Solving: Root cause analysis; incident management; proactive vulnerability remediation