Senior Systems Engineer, [Windows AD Server/ Nutanix/NetBackup]

NCS Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NCS Group in Singapore is seeking a Senior Engineer to join our infrastructure team. You will manage and optimize Windows Active Directory, Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure, and NetBackup across enterprise systems.

You will design, implement, and improve automation with PowerShell or Python, monitor incidents, support ITSM processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security and reliability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in infrastructure or systems engineering.
• 3+ years administering Windows Active Directory environments.
• 2+ years with Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure or similar virtualization platforms.
• 2+ years with NetBackup or enterprise backup and recovery solutions.
• Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Python).
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, storage management, and system architecture.
• Experience with incident management and problem resolution in enterprise IT environments.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with IT service management (ITSM) practices and processes.
• Preferred: Knowledge of cloud infrastructure platforms (AWS, Azure) and hybrid IT environments.
• Preferred: Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator or Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain Windows Active Directory Server environments, including user management, group policies, and security configurations.
• Administer and optimize Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure platforms, ensuring efficient resource allocation and system performance.
• Manage NetBackup backup and disaster recovery solutions, including backup policies, recovery procedures, and data protection strategies.
• Monitor infrastructure systems and respond promptly to incidents, performing root cause analysis and implementing preventive measures.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools to streamline operational tasks and improve efficiency.
• Perform system troubleshooting and resolve complex technical issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with IT teams to plan capacity, upgrades, and infrastructure improvements.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and best practices to maintain organized and accessible knowledge repositories.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards across all managed systems.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members and other departments as needed.

Job description

NCS is a leading technology services firm that operates across the Asia Pacific region in over 20 cities, providing consulting, digital services, technology solutions, and more. We believe in harnessing the power of technology to achieve extraordinary things, creating lasting value and impact for our communities, partners, and people. Our diverse workforce of 14,000 has delivered large-scale, mission-critical, and multi-platform projects for governments and enterprises in Singapore and the APAC region.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Engineer to join our infrastructure team in Singapore. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing our Windows Active Directory Server, Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure, and NetBackup backup solutions. You will work with enterprise-level systems, ensuring reliability, security, and optimal performance across our IT infrastructure while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support organizational objectives.

What will you do?

• Design, implement, and maintain Windows Active Directory Server environments, including user management, group policies, and security configurations
• Administer and optimize Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure platforms, ensuring efficient resource allocation and system performance
• Manage NetBackup backup and disaster recovery solutions, including backup policies, recovery procedures, and data protection strategies
• Monitor infrastructure systems and respond promptly to incidents, performing root cause analysis and implementing preventive measures
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools to streamline operational tasks and improve efficiency
• Perform system troubleshooting and resolve complex technical issues in a timely manner
• Collaborate with IT teams to plan capacity, upgrades, and infrastructure improvements
• Document system configurations, procedures, and best practices to maintain organized and accessible knowledge repositories
• Ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards across all managed systems
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members and other departments as needed

Qualifications

The Ideal candidate should possess

• 5+ years of professional experience in infrastructure or systems engineering roles
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience administering and managing Windows Active Directory Server environments
• 2+ years of experience with Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure or similar virtualization platforms
• 2+ years of experience with NetBackup or comparable enterprise backup and recovery solutions
• Strong proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, storage management, and system architecture
• Demonstrated experience with incident management and problem resolution in enterprise IT environments
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex infrastructure issues
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with IT service management (ITSM) practices and processes
• Preferred: Knowledge of cloud infrastructure platforms (AWS, Azure) and hybrid IT environments
• Preferred: Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator or Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA)

Additional Information

We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.

Together, we make the extraordinary happen.

Learn more about us at ncs.co and visit our LinkedIn career site.

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