SENIOR TECHNICAL LEAD - Wintel Administration

Happiest Minds Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Happiest Minds Technologies in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced Wintel Administrator with 8-10 years of hands-on IT infrastructure experience to join our team in Bengaluru. You will administer Windows Server environments, implement AD, Group Policy, DNS, and manage virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), monitor performance, perform backups, and support deployments while maintaining security and reliability.

The role requires strong scripting in PowerShell and excellent communication to guide junior

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant Wintel Administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server 2012/2016/2019.
• Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS.
• Strong scripting skills in PowerShell or similar.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows Server environments for high availability and performance.
• Implement and manage Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS services.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform regular system backups and disaster recovery operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application deployments and upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and best practices.
• Document system configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members.

Skills

Wintel Administration

Windows Server 2012/2016/2019

Active Directory

Group Policy

DNS management

PowerShell scripting

VMware/Hyper-V

Networking concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or related

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Wintel Administrator
Location: SMILES 1, Bengaluru, Bengaluru
Years of Experience: 8-10 Years
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Wintel Administrator with 8-10 years of experience to join our dynamic team in Bengaluru. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge in Wintel Administration, demonstrating a strong ability to manage and support Windows-based systems and applications. This role requires a proactive individual who can ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability of our IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows Server environments, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Implement and manage Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS services.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure minimal downtime.
• Perform regular system backups and disaster recovery operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application deployments and upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and best practices.
• Document system configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members.

Mandatory Skills

• Strong expertise in Wintel Administration, including Windows Server 2012/2016/2019.
• Proficient in Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS management.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues effectively.
• Strong scripting skills in PowerShell or similar languages.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure).
• Knowledge of ITIL processes and frameworks.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, SolarWinds).
• Certifications such as MCSE, MCSA, or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in Wintel Administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.