Windows Administrator in भारत

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Windows Administrator based in India. Take ownership of enterprise IT infrastructure in a remote role focused on maintaining secure, reliable, and high-performing Windows Server and VMware environments. As an experienced infrastructure professional, you will manage server administration, virtualisation platforms, system upgrades, migrations, and security patching. You will play a key role in ensuring infrastructure availability, optimising system performance, and resolving complex technical incidents before they affect business operations. Working closely with IT operations, security, application, and support teams, you will contribute to infrastructure modernisation and continuous improvement initiatives. You will also leverage PowerShell scripting to automate routine tasks, streamline administrative processes, and enhance operational efficiency. This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong, proactive professional who enjoys solving complex infrastructure challenges and improving the resilience of enterprise IT environments. Accountabilities: - Windows Server administration: Install, configure, administer, and maintain Windows Server environments to ensure optimal performance, security, availability, and reliability. - Active Directory management: Manage Windows Active Directory, including user and group accounts, authentication, access permissions, and Group Policy Objects (GPOs). - VMware virtualisation: Administer, configure, monitor, and maintain VMware vSphere and ESXi environments, ensuring the stability and health of the virtual infrastructure. - Virtual machine management: Provision and manage virtual machines, optimise resource allocation, monitor capacity utilisation, and maintain overall virtual infrastructure performance.

- Automation and scripting: Develop, maintain, and improve Windows PowerShell scripts to automate repetitive administrative tasks, reduce manual effort, and increase operational efficiency. - Server upgrades and migrations: Plan and execute Windows Server upgrades, system migrations, and infrastructure modernisation projects while minimising service disruption. - Patch and security management: Coordinate server patching, security updates, software upgrades, and scheduled maintenance activities in line with established security and operational requirements. - Performance monitoring: Monitor infrastructure health and performance, identify potential bottlenecks, and implement preventive measures to maintain system stability. - Incident management and troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex issues involving Windows Server, Active Directory, VMware, and virtualisation platforms. - Root-cause analysis: Investigate recurring incidents, identify underlying causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent future disruptions. - Backup and disaster recovery: Support infrastructure backup, data recovery, business continuity, and disaster recovery activities to strengthen operational resilience. - Change management and compliance: Follow established change-control procedures, security policies, compliance requirements, and infrastructure maintenance standards. - Technical documentation: Maintain accurate infrastructure records, configuration details, standard operating procedures, maintenance logs, and incident reports. - Cross-functional collaboration: Work with IT operations, cybersecurity, application, and support teams to resolve technical issues and maintain reliable services. - Continuous improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to improve infrastructure security, automation, scalability, system performance, and operational processes. Requirements: - At least 6 years of professional experience in Windows administration, IT infrastructure operations, systems engineering, or a related field.