Senior Windows Server Administrator

1 month ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Ascent People Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Windows Server Administrator to join our team. This role is responsible for administering and maintaining a complex Windows Server infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in a large 24/7 enterprise environment, with expertise in Windows Server administration, Active Directory, and virtualization.

Main Responsibilities

  1. Administer and maintain Active Directory, including design, configuration, user and group management, and security policies.
  2. Implement and manage Windows Server infrastructure, including installation, configuration, performance optimization, and troubleshooting.
  3. Design and implement disaster recovery solutions for critical servers and services.
  4. Conduct regular backups and ensure data integrity and availability.
  5. Monitor server performance and proactively identify and resolve potential issues.
  6. Perform system upgrades and migrations according to established procedures.
  7. Collaborate with the IT team to implement new server technologies and applications.
  8. Document server configurations and procedures for future reference.
  9. Adhere to IT security policies and best practices.

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of Windows Server operating systems (2012 R2, 2016, 2019).
  • Active Directory administration, including group policy management, user and group creation, and security configuration.
  • Experience with DNS and file services configuration.
  • Working knowledge of virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V).
  • Familiarity with backup and recovery solutions (Veeam).
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.

Estimated Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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