Cloud Windows Administrator

Codincity Digital Technologies; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking an experienced Cloud Windows Administrator to manage its cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for overseeing all operations related to Windows deployments in the cloud. Your role includes troubleshooting, performance tuning, and ensuring system security for seamless operations. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and strong proficiency in Azure services, and holds relevant degrees and certifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cloud administration, especially with Windows environments.
• Solid understanding of Azure services and IaaS deployments.
• Proven ability to automate deployments and manage systems effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Windows cloud deployments management.
• Manage system administration and monitor server performance.
• Implement security measures and conduct regular backups.

Skills

Managing Azure resources

Cloud IaaS Windows Server administration

Scripting and automation using PowerShell

Troubleshooting technical issues

Networking concepts

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)

Tools

Azure Monitor

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

About the job Cloud Windows Administrator

Exp: 5+yrs

Mode of work - Hybrid

This position is responsible for managing all aspects of Windows deployments hosted within the cloud infrastructure. This person will lead, oversee and maintain the Windows computing environment as per the requirements of the organization. This professional will assist in setting up public cloud systems, balance workload and deploy them in an automated way. This position will establish and execute cloud operations as per specifications and parameters by implementing cost-effective cloud-based systems that will fulfil the technical requirements

Responsibility

• Proficiency in managing Azure resources and services, including virtual machines, storage accounts, and databases.
• Strong knowledge of Cloud IaaS Windows Server administration, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• System OS Deployment: Plan, design, and implement server builds, OS hardening & deployments.
• System Administration: Manage, configure, monitor and maintain Windows servers for production and development environments.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues related to Windows servers, hardware, and software integrations.
• Assist application teams in the resolution of complex technical problems, while providing appropriate communications to all involved stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Active Directory, Azure AD Entra ID, DNS and other Windows-based services.
• Knowledge in networking concepts, including virtual networks, VPNs, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Ansible, Azure CLI, and Terraform.
• Performance Tuning: Troubleshoot, monitor, and optimize system performance, including CPU, memory, disk, and network.
• Understanding of backup and disaster recovery solutions, including Azure Backup and Recovery.
• Implement and maintain security measures, including user/group permissions and system hardening.
• Patch Management: Perform regular updates, patches, and upgrades to Windows Servers while ensuring minimal downtime.
• Knowledge of security best practices, including identity and access management, network security groups, network & data security and Azure Security Center.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights to ensure system performance and availability.
• Understanding of compliance and governance policies, including Azure Policy and Blueprints.
• Help maintain system procedures and documentation.
• Experience: The individual in this position must have strong technical knowledge of virtual machines (IaaS, Writing Code (PaaS) and Software as a Service).
• Should have good knowledge of Active Directory, Azure, and other Windows based technologies.
• The ability to configure VMs and integrated roles & applications.
• 5+ years of relevant L3 experience.

Education Qualifications

• Should have a bachelors degree in computer science, information technology, electronics, or telecommunications.
• Should have certifications like Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) on Cloud Platform and Infrastructure.