Windows Engineer

Description:
Windows Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Windows-based server and workstation systems within an organization, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability by managing configurations, patching, automating tasks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve issues related to the Windows infrastructure; key skills include proficiency in Active Directory, SCCM, VMWare, PowerShell scripting, system monitoring tools, and understanding of best practices for Windows server administration across various environments like on-premise and cloud platforms.
Key responsibilities may include:
System design and implementation:

• Architecting and deploying Windows server environments on-premises and in the cloud, including server configuration, network settings, and storage management.

Active Directory management:

• Managing user accounts, group policies, and security access controls within Active Directory.

Patch management:

• Applying security updates and patches to Windows systems in a timely manner to maintain system security.

Performance optimization:

• Monitoring system performance metrics and troubleshooting performance bottlenecks on Windows servers.

Automation and scripting:

• Developing PowerShell scripts to automate repetitive tasks like system configuration, deployment, and reporting.

Security administration:

• Implementing security best practices on Windows systems, including user access controls, encryption, and vulnerability scanning.

Incident response:

• Investigating and resolving Windows system related issues, including troubleshooting network connectivity, application errors, and system crashes.

Capacity planning:

• Proactively assessing system capacity and planning for future hardware upgrades or scaling needs.

Documentation:

• Maintaining comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting guides.

VMWare

• Design, implement, and troubleshoot complex Windows, active directory, Microsoft Hyper-V, and VMware environments. Administer systems infrastructure both on-premises and in the cloud, including VMware cloud solutions.

SCCM:

• The SCCM Engineer will be responsible for maintaining, configuring, and support of desktop technologies in a distributed environment. The SCCM Engineer will be responsible for software distribution and patch management as well as building and deploying software packages to workstations.

Required skills:

• Expert knowledge of Windows Server operating systems (Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022}
• Experience with SCCM
• Experience with VMware a strong plus
• Experience with HPE hardware. (Hewlett Packard Enterprise)
• Strong understanding of Active Directory and Group Policy management
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation
• Experience with system monitoring tools (e.g., System Center Operations Manager, Splunk)
• Knowledge of network protocols and security best practices
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams