Windows System Administrator - IT System Administrator at IT Builders

IT Builders; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

IT Builders is seeking a skilled Windows System Administrator to oversee Windows Server environments and Active Directory in a Riyadh on-site role. The candidate will configure DNS/DHCP, apply security hardening, and manage backups to ensure a stable IT infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of enterprise Windows experience, PowerShell scripting ability, and familiarity with virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), ITIL practices, and cloud hybrid identities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in IT.
• 3+ years of enterprise Windows administration experience.
• Microsoft certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022).
• Administer Active Directory, GPOs, authentication, and user/group management.
• Configure DNS, DHCP, and other core network services.
• Implement security hardening, patching, and compliance measures.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot using Windows tools.
• Plan backups and disaster recovery with Veeam or Windows Backup.
• Develop PowerShell scripts to automate tasks.
• Follow ITIL practices for incident and change management.
• Collaborate on Azure AD and Microsoft 365 hybrid identities.
• Document infrastructure configurations and SOPs.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

PowerShell scripting

Backup & DR

VMware/Hyper-V

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Veeam

Windows Backup

VMware

Hyper-V

DNS/DHCP

Job description

Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. We are seeking a skilled Windows System Administrator To oversee and manage Windows Server environments, Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, and daily operational workloads. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Windows system administration, troubleshooting, security best practices, and infrastructure optimization to ensure a stable and efficient IT environment.

Key responsibilities

• Windows Server Administration: Maintain, configure, and optimize Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, 2022).
• Active Directory Management: Administer Active Directory (AD), Group Policies (GPO), authentication, and user/group management.
• Network Services: Configure and manage DNS, DHCP, and other core network services to ensure seamless connectivity and efficient name resolution.
• Security & Compliance: Implement security hardening, access control policies, patching, and compliance measures to safeguard systems.
• Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Proactively monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and resolve issues using Windows Performance Monitor, Event Viewer, and third-party tools.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Implement and maintain backup and recovery strategies using tools like Veeam, Windows Backup, or third-party solutions.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate administrative tasks and improve operational efficiency.
• Incident & Change Management: Follow ITIL best practices for incident response, change management, and service request handling.
• Cloud & Hybrid Integration: Work with Azure Active Directory (AAD), Microsoft 365, and hybrid identity solutions.
• Documentation & Collaboration: Maintain clear documentation of infrastructure configurations, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Requirements Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience as a Windows System Administrator handling enterprise workloads.
• Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Azure Administrator Associate, or MCSE (preferred).
• Technical Proficiency: Deep expertise in Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Group Policies, and domain services.
• Strong knowledge of DNS, DHCP, and networking fundamentals.
• Experience with security best practices, access controls, and patch management.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and administration.
• Hands-on experience with backup solutions, disaster recovery strategies, and high availability setups.
• Experience working with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, OCI).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in an enterprise IT environment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to join a fast-growing organization.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Salary between 8000 SAR and 10000 SAR Pay: ﷼8,000.00 - ﷼10,000.00 per month Work Location: In person