Senior Active Directory & Windows Administrator

Persistent Systems Limited; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Long Service awards

Education sponsorship

Insurance coverage

Job summary

Persistent Systems Limited is seeking an experienced Senior Active Directory & Windows Administrator to manage enterprise Windows Server and AD environments from Pune and Noida. You will handle AD DS, domain controllers, GPOs, DNS/DHCP, and patch management while ensuring security and high availability across critical infrastructure.

8–10 years of experience in AD/Windows is expected. The role emphasizes virtualization (VMware, Nutanix AHV), patching, incident management, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Experience in Active Directory Domain Services administration and architecture.
• Extensive Windows Server administration across multiple versions.
• Proficiency with Group Policy, DNS/DHCP, and identity management.
• Experience with patch management solutions (WSUS, SCCM).
• Hands-on with Nutanix infrastructure and Prism environments.
• Proficient in PowerShell scripting for automation.

Responsibilities

• Manage AD DS, domain controllers, forests, trusts, and identity services across the enterprise.
• Administer user accounts, security groups, OUs, and RBAC.
• Design and maintain GPOs to enforce security and standards.
• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments (2012/2016/2019/2022).
• Manage DNS, DHCP, file services, and server roles.
• Monitor performance, optimize, and ensure high availability.

Skills

AD DS administration

Windows Server

PowerShell scripting

VMware virtualization

Nutanix AHV

Patch management

Security hardening

Identity & access management

Tools

Nutanix Prism Central

WSUS

SCCM

Active Directory tools

Job description

Senior Active Directory & Windows Administrator

Job Description

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Active Directory & Windows Administrator to manage and support enterprise Windows Server and Active Directory environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Active Directory administration, Windows Server management, virtualization technologies, infrastructure security, patch management, and Nutanix platforms. This role requires a proactive professional who can ensure high availability, performance, security, and operational excellence across critical infrastructure environments.

• Role: Senior Active Directory Administrator
• Location: Pune, Noida
• Experience: 8 to 10 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Manage Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), domain controllers, forests, trusts, and identity services across the enterprise environment.
• Administer user accounts, security groups, organizational units (OUs), and role-based access controls.
• Design, implement, and maintain Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to enforce security and operational standards.
• Manage identity and access management processes, including authentication, authorization, and directory services.
• Install, configure, administer, and maintain Windows Server environments including Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, and 2022.
• Administer core infrastructure services such as DNS, DHCP, File Servers, Print Services, and related server roles.
• Monitor server performance and perform proactive optimization to ensure system stability and efficiency.
• Handle server provisioning, upgrades, migrations, decommissioning, and lifecycle management activities.
• Administer and support Nutanix clusters across production and non-production environments.
• Manage Nutanix Prism Central and Prism Element for infrastructure monitoring and administration.
• Monitor cluster health, capacity, resource utilization, and overall infrastructure performance.
• Configure and manage storage containers, protection domains, virtual machines, and disaster recovery components.
• Perform cluster upgrades, expansions, patching, and lifecycle management activities.
• Manage virtualization environments using VMware and Nutanix AHV platforms.
• Create, configure, maintain, and optimize virtual machines and virtualization resources.
• Perform VM migrations, snapshots, cloning, template management, and resource allocation activities.
• Plan and deploy operating system patching using WSUS, SCCM, or equivalent enterprise patch management tools.
• Ensure patch compliance across Windows infrastructure and mitigate security vulnerabilities.
• Execute vulnerability remediation activities and implement server hardening best practices.
• Maintain antivirus, firewall, endpoint security, and compliance standards.
• Conduct patch validation, rollback planning, and post-deployment verification.
• Provide L2 and L3 support for Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization, and infrastructure-related issues.
• Participate in Incident, Problem, Change, and Service Request Management processes.
• Prepare and maintain operational documentation, SOPs, technical runbooks, and audit records.
• Support internal and external audits while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and standards.
• Configure and manage storage containers, protection domains, and virtual machines.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• Strong experience in Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) administration and architecture.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Windows Server administration across multiple versions.
• Expertise in Group Policy Management, access control, and identity management.
• Strong knowledge of DNS, DHCP, LDAP, and related Microsoft infrastructure services.
• Experience with enterprise patch management solutions such as WSUS and SCCM.
• Hands-on experience in Nutanix infrastructure administration, cluster management, and Prism environments.
• Strong understanding of VMware virtualization technologies and Nutanix AHV platforms.
• Experience managing virtual machine lifecycle, migrations, snapshots, and performance optimization.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation, administration, and reporting.
• Knowledge of server hardening, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience supporting high-availability and mission-critical infrastructure environments.
• Understanding of backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity principles.
• Familiarity with Azure Active Directory and hybrid identity solutions.
• Experience with infrastructure monitoring, capacity planning, and performance tuning.
• Strong troubleshooting capabilities across Windows, Active Directory, virtualization, and network-related services.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced enterprise environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”