Platform Specialist

Squarepoint; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment firm in Bengaluru is seeking a highly skilled Windows and Virtualization Specialist to join their team. The role involves administering and optimizing Windows Server and VMware vSphere environments, focusing on scripting and automation for secure infrastructure delivery. Candidates should have over 4 years of experience in system administration, with proficiency in PowerShell and CI/CD integration. A strong understanding of Microsoft 365 is also required. This position is a great opportunity for individuals passionate about IT in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Windows Server administration.
• Experience integrating infrastructure tasks into CI/CD pipelines.
• Proven expertise in VMware vSphere design and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows Server environments.
• Manage and optimize VMware vSphere infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation.

Skills

PowerShell scripting

VMware vSphere administration

Networking fundamentals

CI/CD pipelines

Tools

VMware vSphere

Microsoft 365

Azure DevOps

Job description

Department: Enterprise Windows and Virtualization

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and automation-focused Windows and Virtualization Specialist to join our team. You’ll play a key role in supporting and advancing our enterprise-grade Windows Server and virtualization platforms, with a strong emphasis on scripting, automation, and secure infrastructure delivery in a financial services environment.

• Administer and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory Services, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Manage and optimize VMware vSphere infrastructure, including ESXi hosts, vCenter, clusters, and virtual networking/storage.
• Support and enhance Omnissa VDI (formerly VMware Horizon) environments.
• Integrate and manage Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) for hybrid identity and access management.
• Administer Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and Intune.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation of routine tasks, configuration management, and reporting.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure provisioning and configuration using tools such as Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure systems meet regulatory and internal standards.
• Document configurations, procedures, and system changes in accordance with ITIL practices.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams on penetration testing remediation and risk assessments.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in Windows Server administration, with a background that may include endpoint engineering.
• Advanced proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and system management.
• Experience integrating infrastructure tasks into CI/CD pipelines.
• Proven expertise in VMware vSphere design, administration and troubleshooting.
• Experience with VDI platforms, preferably Omnissa VDI or VMware Horizon.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, and hybrid identity models.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft 365 administration and security features.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN).
• Experience in financial services is a plus.

Nice to Have:

• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP-DCV)
• Experience with Ansible for configuration management and automation

You can visit our website on https://www.squarepoint-capital.com/ to know more about us.