Sr. System Administrator

Giesecke+Devrient; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Giesecke+Devrient in India (Gurugram) is seeking a Sr. System Administrator to oversee Windows Server, VMware, and storage environments. The role includes managing AD, DNS/DHCP, file services, and end-user support across IT infrastructure.

The candidate should have 10+ years of experience, relevant certifications, and a strong background in IT security compliance, patching, and documentation of configurations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Electronics or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Certifications such as MCSA/MCSE, AZ-800/801, VCP, storage certifications, ITIL are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server (2019/2022/2025).
• Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and file services.
• Resolve server incidents and access issues.
• Manage VMware vSphere (ESXi, vCenter) and migrations.
• Administer SAN/NAS storage (Dell EMC/NetApp/HPE) and LUNs.
• Provide L2/L3 end-user support and onboarding/offboarding.
• Ensure IT security policies and audit/compliance readiness.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

VMware

Storage

Networking

End User Support

IT security compliance

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Electronics or related field

B.Tech / B.E / BCA / MCA or equivalent

Tools

VMware vSphere

Dell EMC storage

NetApp storage

HPE storage

Cisco switches

Palo Alto firewall

Job description

G+D makes the lives of billions of people around the world more secure. We shape trust in the digital age with built-in security tech in three segments: Digital Security, Financial Platforms and Currency Technology. We have been a reliable partner for our customers for over 170 years with our innovative solutions for SecurityTech! We are an international technology group and traditional family business with over 14,000 employees in 40 countries. Creating Confidence is our path to success. Trust is the basis of our collaboration within G+D.

We are the reliable partner for all challenges resulting from the Internet of Things. We offer a complete connectivity portfolio for mobile network operators, automotive manufacturers, technology companies such as chip and module manufacturers as well as transport and logistics providers. Our portfolio includes highly secure solutions in the area of connectivity & IoT, from classic SIM, eSIM and iSIM, to the associated embedded operating systems and life cycle management, through to services for global connectivity and IoT solutions. Do you want to actively shape the digital transformation with us?

Sr. System Administrator

Job Description

Objectives

Roles & Responsibilities

Windows Server Administration

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server (2019/2022/2025)
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and file services
• Resolve server-related incidents and access issues

VMware Administration

• Manage VMware vSphere (ESXi, vCenter)
• Perform VM migration vMotion, snapshots, and resource optimization

Storage Administration

• Manage SAN/NAS storage systems (Dell EMC / NetApp / HP or equivalent)
• Configure LUNs, RAID, storage allocation, and replication
• Monitor storage performance, capacity planning, and backup integration

Network Administration - Added Advantage

• Manage Network Switches (Cisco / Dlink)
• Knoweldge on VLAN
• Basic Troubleshooting knowledge on Network Switches
• Basic Knoweldge on Firewall (PaloAlto)

End User Support

• Provide L2/L3 support for end-user issues (desktop, laptop, network, access)
• Handle user onboarding/offboarding (account creation, access provisioning)
• Troubleshoot hardware, OS, and application-related issues
• Support email, VPN, printing, and collaboration tools
• Ensure timely resolution as per SLA

Compliance & IT Standards

• Ensure adherence to IT security policies and organizational compliance standards
• Support audit requirements (internal/external/ISO/SOX as applicable)
• Maintain documentation for systems, configurations, and changes
• Ensure patch compliance and vulnerability remediation
• Assist in implementing IT governance and standard operating procedures

Education and experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, or related field (B.Tech / B.E / BCA / MCA or equivalent preferred) with minimum 10 years of relevant experience Relevant industry certifications will be an added advantage:

• Microsoft (MCSA / MCSE / AZ-800 / AZ-801)
• VMware (VCP - Data Center Virtualization)
• Storage certifications (Dell EMC / NetApp / HPE)
• ITIL Foundation (preferred for IT service management)

Knowledge / Technology / Skills

Windows , Vmware , Linux , Good communication