Windows Technical Architect

Responsibilities :

• Design and architect highly available, scalable, and secure Windows-based infrastructure solutions to meet current and future business needs.
• Develop comprehensive infrastructure blueprints, standards, and best practices.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and solutions to enhance our Windows environment.
• Ensure designs align with security policies, compliance requirements, and disaster recovery plans.
• Lead and oversee the implementation and deployment of new Windows infrastructure components, including servers, storage, and related services.
• Configure and manage Windows Server operating systems, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and other core Windows services.
• Implement and manage virtualization technologies, with a strong focus on VMware.
• Provide Tier-4 level support for complex Windows infrastructure issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal downtime.
• Proactively monitor system performance, identify potential bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies.
• Manage and maintain backup and recovery solutions to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Implement and manage system monitoring tools and dashboards to provide comprehensive visibility into the infrastructure.
• Develop and implement automation scripts (e.g., PowerShell) to streamline routine tasks, improve efficiency, and reduce manual errors.
• Drive the adoption of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles where applicable.
• Possess a strong understanding of network topologies, protocols (TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP), and network services.
• Implement and maintain security best practices within the Windows environment, including patch management, hardening, and access controls.
• Collaborate with the security team to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Design and implement hybrid and cloud-based Windows solutions (experience with Azure, AWS, or GCP is a plus).
• Manage and integrate Windows infrastructure with cloud services.
• Possess exceptional troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve complex issues across the Windows infrastructure stack.
• Lead root cause analysis efforts and implement preventative measures.
• Lead and manage infrastructure projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design documents, configuration guides,1 and operational procedures. -

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