Server Administrator

Job Title : Server Administrator

Location : Remote

Position Type : Full Time (2.30 pm IST-10.30 PM IST)

Role Overview

We are seeking a mid-level Server Administrator with minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience to manage, secure, and optimize our IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Windows Server administration, Hyper-V environments, Microsoft 365, networking, and system security.

This role requires excellent troubleshooting skills, a proactive approach to monitoring and maintenance, and the ability to assist end users during emergencies with clear and calm communication.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain Windows Server 2019 / 2022 environments, including RDS and Hyper-V

Manage OVH dedicated servers, applying updates, patching, and security hardening

Oversee Microsoft 365 administration (users, licences, policies, and security)

Configure and maintain networking components such as firewalls, VPNs, and DNS

Monitor infrastructure using Site24x7 or equivalent tools, responding promptly to alerts

Implement and maintain security measures (MFA / Duo, backups, compliance)

Provide incident response and technical support for server and network issues

Assist end users during emergencies with technical issues

Document system configurations, processes, and security standards

Requirements

3–5 years of hands-on server administration experience

Proficiency with Windows Server 2019 / 2022, Hyper-V, RDS, and Microsoft 365

Strong understanding of firewalls, VPNs, DNS, and security best practices

Experience with Duo MFA, Site24x7, and OVH or similar hosting providers

Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills, especially when handling end-user interactions

Comfortable working remotely and independently

Core Technical Skills

Windows Server 2019 / 2022 (installation, configuration, patching, security)

Hyper-V (VM creation, management, networking, snapshots)

Remote Desktop Services (setup, access control, user management)

Microsoft 365 (user administration, policies, licensing, security)

Networking (DNS, VPN, firewall rules, routing fundamentals)

Security (MFA, patch management, backups, server hardening)

Monitoring tools (Site24x7 or similar platforms)

Dedicated server management (OVH or equivalent)

Good to Have

Experience with Microsoft Azure administration

Relevant certifications (Microsoft, CompTIA Security+, CCNA)

Prior experience configuring Duo MFA

Soft Skills

Ability to communicate clearly and calmly with non-technical users

Handles emergency situations with composure and efficiency

Demonstrates proactive monitoring and preventive maintenance mindset

Strong initiative and independent working capability