Windows & Active Directory Expert
Experience Required : 36 Years
Location : Bangalore
Employment Type : Full-time
Job Summary :
We are seeking an experienced Windows and Active Directory (AD) expert to join our IT Infrastructure team.
The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in managing enterprise-scale Windows Server environments and Active Directory services, along with hands-on experience in Windows OS patching, upgrades, and security hardening.
This role requires ensuring stability, security, and performance of the Windows / AD ecosystem while supporting business operations and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities :
- Manage and administer Windows Server environments (2016 / 2019 / 2022).
- Design, configure, and maintain Active Directory domains, trusts, and group policies (GPOs).
- Perform Windows OS patching, upgrades, and system hardening to maintain compliance and security posture.
- Execute Windows Server lifecycle management including version upgrades and migrations.
- Handle AD object management (users, groups, computers, OUs, service accounts).
- Configure and manage DNS, DHCP, Certificate Services (PKI), and DFS.
- Troubleshoot and resolve AD replication, and domain controller issues.
- Implement and manage authentication and access control policies (Kerberos, NTLM, delegation, least privilege).
- Develop and use PowerShell scripts for automation and bulk administration tasks.
- Support hybrid identity setups (Azure AD Connect, SSO, MFA, Office 365 integration).
- Perform backup, restore, and disaster recovery for Windows / AD infrastructure.
- Monitor system performance, conduct regular health checks, and resolve incidents.
- Work with cross-functional teams to support projects, migrations, and BAU operations.
Required Skills & Qualifications :
36 years of hands-on experience in Windows Server Administration and Active Directory.Strong knowledge of AD DS, DNS, DHCP, GPO, ADFS, PKI, and LDAP.Proven experience in Windows patch management and server upgrades.Expertise in troubleshooting replication issues, FSMO role management, and AD health checks.Experience with automation using PowerShell scripting.Good understanding of Windows security concepts (privileged access, delegation, authentication).Knowledge of AD migrations, upgrades, and hybrid integrations with Azure AD.Familiarity with backup and recovery solutions for AD and Windows.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.Preferred Skills (Good To Have) :
Experience with Windows , Azure AD, Microsoft 365 identity management, and hybrid cloud setups .Exposure to VMware / Hyper-V virtualization environments.Location : Bangalore - EMBI, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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